Natural Resources Conservation Corps- Work Exp. & Edu. Prog.
The Farmworkers Institute of Education and Leadership Development (FIELD) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1978 by Cesar E. Chavez, dedicated to strengthening agricultural and rural communities. Positioned to promote career pathways for adult learners, the Cesar Chavez Environmental Corps (CCEC) offers work experience opportunities in Environmental Conservation, Energy, Education, Entrepreneurship, and Civic Action. The Corpsmember role involves supporting projects throughout Kern County and various California regions and offers a one-year job training program with the potential for extension.
Responsibilities of the role include Outdoor Conservation, Energy, and Environmental projects, and the Corpsmember must be actively enrolled in an approved educational program. Essential qualifications include being between the ages of 18 to 26, comfortable working along highways, effective communication and teamwork skills, punctuality, physical stamina for outdoor activities, and enrollment in an educational program. A possession of a California driver’s license is preferred.
The position requires travel as needed and the ability to participate in outdoor camping for up to two weeks at a time. Basic reading and writing skills are necessary, and the role demands physical endurance in various outdoor conditions.