Individual Placement-Alaska- Media Placement

Position Summary

This SCA position will be part of the Cordova Ranger District team working primarily with the Ecology/Wildlife and Forestry programs. The position will focus on collecting and creating media for active project in collaboration with USFS staff. This includes but is not limited to, Shorebird Festival, Dusky Canada Goose work, and Partnership projects.

Location

Cordova, AK

Schedule

June 2, 2025 - December 14, 2025

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The main focus is to collect and create media that the USFS will then use to inform the public of the progress of USFS projects both on Social Media platforms and for other digital and print media. The USFS will provide cameras and other media equipment. The position will involve participation in projects in the field including wildlife, ecology, forestry, fisheries and recreation.

Marginal Duties

Other duties to support projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

This position will work in a variety of landscapes including but not limited to wetlands, forests, intertidal zones, and streams. Much of the field work is conducted from remote field camps and boats and planes are common modes of transportation. Much of the work can be physically demanding and may require long days carrying packs weighing up to 30 lbs and walking through wetlands and other challenging terrain. Coastal Alaska weather may be inclement and field crews can expect multiple day rain events in the middle of summer. Although challenging, this position will be the adventure of a lifetime!

This SCA Position is authorized under the Public Land Corps Authority. All participants must be between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive, or veterans age 35 or younger. Participants must also be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States. Hours served can be applied toward the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience developing media across a variety of platforms.

Hours

40 per week

Living Accommodations

USFS bunkhouse/cabin is shared accommodations. Intern may share a room with one other person. Common areas are shared. Intern may camp during field work days.

Compensation

$475/wk living allowance

$300/month housing stipend

$1500 travel stipend

AmeriCorps eligible

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.

Personal Vehicle Information

Not needed

Additional Benefits

Bear Safety

Defensive Drive Training

AmeriCorps: Eligible/Optional

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.