High School Summer Crew
About
Casey Trees Summer Crew, launched in 2002, is a team of highly motivated high school students who serve as caretakers for the District’s trees for eight weeks in the summer.
General responsibilities include watering, weeding, mulching, tracking tree condition and educating the public about basic tree care. Crew members travel by truck or street bike. When not caring for the District’s trees, crew members participate in a series of career development activities.
This summer job opportunity requires a full-time commitment from June through August.
Why Apply?
- Earn a paycheck. Crew members earn $9.00 an hour and work 35 hours a week, Monday – Friday.
- Develop employment skills. For most, this will be their first job.
- Get exposure to “green” careers. This sector of the job market is fast-growing and personally rewarding.
- Meet new people. Crew members are from all around the Washington Metro Area.
- Have fun. In addition to caring for trees, crew members participate in exciting activities such as tree climbing.
How To Apply
To be considered, you must complete and submit an online application — including an essay and two references — and be:
- enrolled in or just graduating high school located in the Washington Metro Area.
- 16 years or older.
- willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions with a variety of landscaping tools and equipment.
- interested in learning about and caring for trees.
- a great team player.
Note: You will have to complete the online application in one sitting. You cannot save your work and return later to complete it. We recommend you review the questions and gather all necessary information before beginning to fill out the application. Although you may write the essay directly into the essay field, it is advised you write in another format such as Word and then copy and paste your essay into the essay field.
What is the Selection Process?
A select number of candidates are invited to interview based on their application and reference responses. Finalists participate in a field tryout in May, where prospective crew members learn firsthand the type of tree care work they will be doing for eight weeks.
The number of available Summer Crew positions is limited. Selection is competitive.
The application window for 2012 is not open yet.
Download our Summer Crew print brochure for more information.
