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Yukon Youth Conservation Corps (Y2C2)
The Yukon Youth Conservation Corps or Y2C2 is a summer employment and training program for Yukon students (aged 16 and up), with an emphasis on environmental work and learning.
Note: These are not STEP jobs! Hiring for Y2C2 and CAT jobs is done by the Department of Environment.
Thanks for your interest, all camps are full for 2009. Please revisit this site in 2010 for updated details. |
- Conservation Action Team (CAT) Camp Assistant
- Y2C2 Crew Leader
- Green Team Steward
- Y2C2 Green Team Special Projects Worker
- Y2C2 Field Worker
Crew Projects
Y2C2 Crew
Y2C2 crews tackle conservation projects around the territory. These projects are proposed and overseen by community groups, First Nations, municipalities and individuals.
Y2C2 Green Team
Y2C2 Green Team offers post-secondary students the opportunity to work on more specialized projects. These projects require more independence but give you more in-depth experience. You will work on research projects, field studies, and environment education with teachers and kids in May-June, and then in Yukon communities later in the summer.
Additional Resources
Eligibility & Application Process
Eligibility
- You are between 16 and 29 years of age
- You are a full-time high school or post-secondary student in 2008-2009 and planning to return to full-time studies in the fall.
- You have lived in the Yukon for at least one full year before beginning your present studies.
Application Process
- Review the Job Description
- Fill out the 2009 Student Employment Application Form
(117 KB) and send it along with a resume.
Job Summaries
Conservation Action Team Camp Assistant |
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| Pay and Term | $15.00/hr for 13 weeks + camp bonus ( 2 Positions) |
| Candidate Requirements | Post-secondary coursework in renewable resources and/or outdoor environmental education. Experience supervising youth, preferably in a camp environment. Considerable outdoor experience. |
| Location | Whitehorse, with most of time in remote camps. |
| Job Description | Summary: Assists with the delivery of a summer camp aimed at youth 12-15 years of age. Organizes equipment, supervises campers and works as part of staff team. Plans menus and directs cooking of camp meals. |
| Conditions | First weeks are spent in training and planning, and working with school groups. Camping outdoors in all weather conditions for rest of summer. Considerable travel. Works up to 10-day shift. |
| Closing Date | 2009 Applications Closed - Check Back in 2010 |
Y2C2 Crew Leader |
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| Pay and Term | $17.00/hr for 13 weeks + camp bonus ( 2 Positions) |
| Candidate Requirements | Post-secondary coursework in renewable resources or related discipline. Considerable leadership or supervisory ability as demonstrated through work, sports or other activity. |
| Location | Whitehorse-based with some work in remote sites |
| Job Description | Summary: Supervises the day-to-day activities of a crew of four Field Workers. Drives transport vehicle, organizes field camps, ensures worker safety and maintains positive work environment. |
| Conditions | First weeks are spent in training and planning. Could be outdoors in all weather conditions, possibly camping, for rest of summer. Considerable travel. Works up to a 10 day shift. |
| Closing Date | 2009 Applications Closed - Check Back in 2010 |
Green Team Steward |
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| Pay and Term | $16.00/hr for 16 weeks (1 position) |
| Candidate Requirements | Post-secondary coursework in renewable resources and/or outdoor environmental education. Demonstrated leadership abilities and strong organizational skills. Research experience, and working with people, including children |
| Location | Whitehorse, other Yukon locations. |
| Job Description | Summary: The Team Steward position oversees implementation of hands-on conservation-related projects in various locations around the territory. May include research, updating learning resources, web and publication design, delivery of conservation camps, biology fieldwork. This position also acts as an assistant to the Youth Programs Coordinator which may involve organizing special events, environmental day camps, staff trainings, scheduling projects and providing administrative support. |
| Conditions | First weeks are spent in training, planning, and working with Youth Programs Coordinator. Travel around the Yukon, including overnight camping. Driver's license. |
| Closing Date | 2009 Applications Closed - Check Back in 2010 |
Y2C2 Green Team Special Projects Worker |
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| Pay and Term | $15.00/hr for 13 weeks ( 3 Positions) |
| Candidate Requirements | Post-secondary coursework in renewable resources and/or outdoor environmental education. Research experience, and working with people, including children. |
| Location | Whitehorse, other Yukon locations. |
| Job Description | Summary: Assists on a variety of conservation-related projects. May include research, updating learning resources, web and publication design, delivery of conservation camps, biology fieldwork. Y2C2 Green Team Special Projects Worker Job Description |
| Conditions | First weeks are spent in training, planning, and working with school groups. Travel around the Yukon, including overnight camping. Driver's license. |
| Closing Date | 2009 Applications Closed - Check Back in 2010 |
Y2C2 Field Worker |
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| Pay and Term | $11.00 /hr for 8 weeks |
| Candidate Requirements | Interest in environment and conservation matters, and some experience working and playing in the outdoors. Responsible and enthusiasticInterest in environment and conservation matters, and some experience working and playing in the outdoors. Responsible and enthusiastic |
| Location | Whitehorse-based with some work in remote sites |
| Job Description | Summary: Work on a variety of conservation-related projects around the territory. Outside labour using hand tools as well as research-oriented tasks. Education and training offered throughout and in orientation camp. |
| Conditions | First week spent in training and planning. Mostly outdoors in all weather conditions, possibly camping, for rest of summer. Considerable travel. Works up to a ten day shift. |
| Closing Date | 2009 Applications Closed - Check Back in 2010 |
Contact the Youth Programs Coordinator Environment Yukon, Conservation Officer Services Branch Government of Yukon Box 2703 (V-18) Phone: 867-667-3041 Email: y2c2@gov.yk.ca |