NOT ELIGIBLE FOR SSL HOURS.
This listing is for information purposes only. See link below to go to the Rock Creek Conservancy website and apply.
The Rock Creek Conservation Corps (RC3) program provides high school students in Montgomery County, MD and Washington, DC with a 6-week (June 29 to August 7) paid summer job in the conservation field. Students gain hands-on field experience, learn about environmental restoration efforts, and develop teamwork and leadership skills. Students learn about forest health, water quality, and stormwater management, and apply what they learn by participating in invasive plant removals, litter cleanups, and other related activities. Upon completion of the program, students have a wealth of knowledge and skills that they take with them in their next steps and gain a deeper connection to their community and Rock Creek.
Eligibility:
- Students ages 14 to 18
- Students who enjoy working and learning outdoors with others
- Students who can work 20 to 25 hours a week for the duration of the 6-week program
- We currently partner with the following schools: Albert Einstein High School and Wheaton High School in Montgomery County, MD. Applications from students who attend these schools will be prioritized.
No prior experience required! RC3 provides all necessary training and skills. Program Details:
- Dates: June 29 to August 7, 2026 (no work on July 3rd)
- Time: Typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
- Location: Glenmont Local Park for the Montgomery County Crew
- Stipend: $2,000 (Note: Students will receive payment at regular intervals during the program period based on attendance and hours worked. MD students will receive the stipend through the Conservancy.)
As an RC3 member, you’ll work outdoors in Rock Creek and surrounding areas, helping to restore and protect this beautiful natural space. A majority of the program will take place outside, except when weather conditions are unsafe. Please note that participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from the work sites each day.
Learn more about RC3 on our website. Contact us at volunteer@rockcreekconservancy.org if you have questions or need assistance.
Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.
