Youth Conservation Corps Outdoor Leaders (Grades 10-12) Application

Important: Please Read Before Starting the Application

Thank you for applying to Rocky Mountain Youth Corps! This application is designed for you—the applicant—to complete. Since this is a paid position, it’s important that we hear from you directly about your interests, experiences, and goals. This will help us get to know you and see if this position is a good fit.

Parents/guardians are welcome to review and support you, but please make sure you are the one filling out each section. Thank you, and we look forward to reading your application!

You will live and work with your crew 24/7 for the entire session. The first three weeks include completing service projects for 8 hours each day Monday–Thursday. Weekends are for showers, resupply, and recreation. The fourth week is an unpaid backpacking trip to celebrate the team’s work.

Session Dates:

Session 1: June 7th - July 2nd

Session 2: July 12th - August 6th

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Rocky Mountain Youth Corps is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace and complies with ADA regulations. Rocky Mountain Youth Corps is committed to the inclusion of members with all levels of ability. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. RMYC programs are available to all, without regard to age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law.

For program information, please visit the RMYC website: www.rockymountainyouthcorps.org

Kim Tholis
Program Director
970-879-2135 x 104
ktholis@rockymountainyouthcorps.com

Shawn O'Kane
Program Manager
970-879-2135 x 101
sokane@rockymountainyouthcorps.com

Rocky Mountain Youth Corps
991 Captain Jack Drive
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487

*We no longer take requests to be placed on a specific crew. We believe in the power of building community with new friends.

Select one or more sessions of interest:

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Participant Information

First Name

Last Name

Preferred Name

School

What school will you be attending in the 2025-2026 school year?

Which grade are you entering next school year?

If you are in grades 9th or below please apply to the Adventurers or Trailblazers Program

Contact Information

Mailing Street Address/PO Box

City

State

Colorado County

Zip Code

Please do not use school emails - their filters may cause you to miss communications from us.

Phone Number

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Are you a returning RMYC participant?

YesNo

When and with which program?

How did you learn about RMYC's position openings? Please be specific with name/websites when possible.

About you

What is one achievement you are proud of and why?

Describe a time when you faced a challenging situation. How did you handle it, and what did you learn from that experience?

Crew members work rain or shine in many different locations and terrains across Colorado and spend the entire time camping outdoors. Crew members will be working and living in a crew of diverse people. Access to modern appliances (showers, laundry, refrigeration, cell phones, internet) are limited. What do you foresee being the biggest challenge on crew for you?

Additional Comments:

Thank you for your interest in joining the Rocky Mountain Youth Corps! As part of the application, we ask for a short cover letter. A cover letter is simply a way to introduce yourself, share why you’re excited about this position, and tell us what makes you a great fit for our team.

Here are a few things to include in your letter:

Introduce Yourself: Tell us a little about who you are and where you’re from.
Why You Want to Join: Describe why you’re interested in working with Rocky Mountain Youth Corps and what you hope to gain from the experience.
What Makes You a Good Fit: Share any skills, passions, interests, or experiences that would make you a strong crew member. This can include your love for the outdoors, past team activities, or examples of how you handle challenges.
Your Goals: Tell us how this experience could help you grow or achieve something meaningful.

Keep it simple and write from the heart. We’re excited to hear your story!

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Parent/Guardian Info

Parent/Guardian First Name

Parent/Guardian Last Name

Relationship to Participant

Parent/Guardian Email Address

Parent/Guardian Phone

Parent/Guardian Alternate Phone

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Read each statement carefully before signing by typing your full name.

I confirm that I, the applicant, have completed this application myself and that all information provided is true to the best of my knowledge.

I affirm that all of the information provided in this application is true and accurate. I understand that the falsification of any information may be cause for immediate disqualification from Rocky Mountain Youth Corps in the event that I am offered a position.

If I am offered a position, I will be required to provide satisfactory proof of identity and legal work authorization within three days of my start date. Failure to submit such proof within the required time will result in immediate disqualification of my position with Rocky Mountain Youth Corps.

In processing my application, I authorize Rocky Mountain Youth Corps and/or its agents to verify all answers, statements and information provided by me. Specifically, my signature below signifies my approval for the agency to verify my educational background, work background, and to contact the above references.

I hereby release Rocky Mountain Youth Corps from any and all liability for any damage whatsoever arising from investigating and verifying the referenced information.

Pay Rate

Pay Frequency

Cards Needed

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AC Amount

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