R-Corps: Job Training Program Expands to Third Location

Each summer, the American Littoral Society provides young people aged 16-25 with a paid opportunity for employment and learning through our Restoration Corps (R-Corps) program.

R-Corps is more than just a summer job; it's a hands-on green jobs training and service program that equips participants with real-world skills in conservation, habitat restoration, and environmental education.

In the past, these jobs were based out of our offices in Millville (Cumberland County, NJ) and in the heart of Jamaica Bay, Queens, in NYC. This summer, we're thrilled to expand the program to include positions at our headquarters on Sandy Hook (Monmouth County, NJ). The expansion of the program to Sandy Hook was funded by a generous donor.

Our dedicated R-Corps teams don't just sit in classrooms; they get their hands dirty through hands-on work on our projects in local communities.

Participants gain practical skills in critical areas like green stormwater infrastructure maintenance and installation, habitat assessments, and restoration techniques, including stream assessments and marsh planting. They don't just work on projects themselves; they also help provide skilled guidance at some of our activities and educational programs, becoming true leaders in coastal stewardship.

The program also focuses on professional development, offering resume building support. Many R-Corps alumni have leveraged their unique experiences to bolster their college applications, earning scholarships and successfully pursuing exciting careers in the environmental sciences.

Summer 2025 positions are part-time seasonal, starting late May or June and running through early August. Recruitment typically begins in March, and all positions are already filled for this year. But you can learn more about R-Corps and how to apply on our website.

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