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AmeriCorps Leadership and Conservation Program

Get experience. Get out of your comfort zone. Get outside. If you need a change and want be a part of a change larger than yourself, then get involved. Mile High Youth Corps is looking for 19-24 year old motivated candidates for The AmeriCorps Leadership and Conservation Program.

The AmeriCorps Leadership and Conservation Program at MHYC is a demanding, team-based experience providing diverse service opportunities in education, community outreach, youth development and physical labor to achieve a common goal: environmental conservation. The position is a 10-month commitment, where a Corpsmember must be able to complete a minimum of 1700 hours of service. The term of service runs from February 1st, 2010 – December 10th, 2010 and is divided into three seasons. In the spring and fall, Corpsmembers participate in the Home Energy and Water Conservation Projects installing energy/water saving measures in low-income homes while educating residents about environmental and financial benefits of using less energy. Summer is spent outdoors completing physically demanding land conservation projects in state and local parks, mountain areas, and national forests including trail building, noxious weed removal, community gardening, and fire mitigation. Corpsmembers also take on leadership roles for seasonal crews that employ local youth ages 16-24. They actively participate in and facilitate weekly environmental education and team building activities, plan and lead service projects, and work towards future career goals with job readiness training. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong personal work ethic, a commitment to service, diversity, self development, and team work.

Work days are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Fridays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (may vary depending on projects and season.) Work-related overnight trips may be required for trainings, conferences, and projects. Corpsmembers receive one paid week of vacation, August 16 to August 20 and seven paid holidays throughout term of service. Corpsmembers earn a living stipend of $11,400 paid in bi-weekly installments throughout the year (bi-weekly amount will be roughly $500.00 before taxes) and are eligible for a $4,725 AmeriCorps Education Award upon successful completion of 1700 hours of service. Student loan forbearance (on qualifying student loan) is possible though the National Service Trust and health insurance will be provided through Summit America Insurance.

For a complete job description, visit: http://www.milehighyouthcorps.org/youth_jobs/americorps.html

Requirements:

  • Applicants must be a United States Citizen or Permanent Resident, and have a high school diploma or GED. Applicants must be capable of participating in intense physical labor including, but not limited to: able to lift 50 lbs., spend 8-10 hours a day in all weather conditions (e.g., sun, heat, wind, rain, cold, snow, etc.) and hike 5 miles with a day-pack. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and a pre-employment background check and drug screening are required. Application deadline in December 11, 2009.
  • Salary:
  • Corpsmembers earn a living stipend of $11,400 paid in bi-weekly installments throughout the yearand are eligible for a $4,725 AmeriCorps Education Award.
  • Hours:
  • 36
  • Starting Date:
  • 02/01/2010
  • Closing Date:
  • None given. Posting will be removed December 19th.

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Congressional Office District Internship

US Congressman Ed Perlmutter (CO-07) is currently in the process of recruiting interns for his district office in Lakewood. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking for hands-on experience in a congressional office, or for those looking to enter politics/public affairs. We are currently accepting applications for the spring semester.
 
JOB TYPE: Internship.
JOB AREA: Social Science—Journalism, Political Science, History, Pre-Law.

Requirements:

  • Students from the listed disciplines and with a general knowledge of politics and or public affairs are welcome to apply. It would be a plus for students in journalism to have the following experience: writing press releases; working with on-line media (blogs, websites); and digital AV skills (video camera, voice recorders, digital editing; as well as uploading to the web).

    All interns would have the opportunity to work day to day alongside staff learning media relations skills, as well as policy and political skills. Duties may include writing, editing and distributing press releases; maintaining clippings archive (both hard copy and digital); utilizing and maintaining digital video/ audio recordings for the web, with the potential to help produce podcasts and video press releases; data entry; assisting with events; assisting with constituent concerns and correspondence; and research for legislative initiatives.
  • Salary:
  • Non-paid—Intern must receive some form of academic credit.
  • Hours:
  • Mon- Fri; part-time, with a flexible work schedule
  • Starting Date:
  • Spring 2009 Semester
  • Closing Date:
  • All applications must be received by Friday November 20th, 2009

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Flyer Distributer / Marketing / Advertising Sales

This position will entail distributing flyers to restaurants in Aurora.
 

Requirements:

  • No experience is necessary

  • Salary:
  • $8.00 / hour plus commission
  • Hours:
  • 10AM - 4PM (Part time)
  • Starting Date:
  • Immediately
  • Closing Date:
  • N/A

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