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Trails

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Positions
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Locations
21 Centers

Training Stipend
$2,814 per month

Overview

The California Conservation Corps partners with California State Parks, U.S. Forest Service, National Park Service, county and city parks departments, and area non-profits to construct and maintain trails for public recreation. Corpsmembers working on trails projects may complete a variety of work such as clearing brush, rebuilding trail tread, installing rip rap on steep grades, constructing bridges or boardwalks, building dry stone masonry, and other trail construction techniques and methods.

Why We Work

Trails connect people to nature! Whether venturing to the beach or the top of a peak, California’s extensive trail system enables visitors to access the outdoors, supporting both mental and physical health. However – due to a combination of weather, vegetation growth, and overuse – the quality of trails can erode over time. CCC trains Corpsmembers to build and maintain these pathways so all can recreate safely.

Gear UP

Each day, Corpsmembers gear up to make the world a better place. Check out what tools they use to make an impact and picture what life is like on the trail!

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Schedule

Corpsmembers train 40 hours per week, typically from Monday-Thursday on a 10-hour workday schedule.

Emergencies

Corpsmembers must be willing to respond to emergencies and be dispatched for lengthy periods of time.

Eligibility

Young adults 18-25 and military veterans up to age 29 can join. Individuals must live in California.

Find Your Path

Work with CCC Career Navigators to chart out your path to success! CCC helps Corpsmembers leverage their skills and training to launch meaningful careers. Don’t believe us?! Hear from CCC alumni.
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Explore our locations

At 21 locations across California, CCC Corpsmembers can work on trails projects!

Two locations – the Delta Center and Inland Empire Center – each have a dedicated year-round trail crew working with State Parks.

This training is offered at all CCC centers except for the Los Pinos, Magalia, and Vista locations.

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Delta Center

7000 South Newcastle Road
Stockton, CA 95215
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Ask Us Anything

We know you have questions about center life. Here are some of the common one’s we get. Have more questions? Give us a call!  

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Do I need prior experience?

No prior work experience is required to join the CCC, we will help you get trained and certified so you can launch a successful career.

Also, in terms of education, we have Corpsmembers who have college degrees, some who’ve attended college for some or no time, and some who need their high school diploma. You do not need a diploma nor a degree to join. Please note, if you have not obtained your high school diploma, while enrolled in the CCC you must work to earn one through our partnered charter schools.

I have a disability. Can I still join?

CCC can work with individuals to offer reasonable accommodations. If you have a disability that may impact your ability to participate in program activities, please talk with your recruiter.

REad Our NEws

May 2nd, 2024

The Art of Trail Maintenance: Corpsmembers Communicate & Collaborate

Corpsmembers take pride in the hard work they do across California. For our San Diego Center Corpsmembers, that pride comes from making trails safer for the public to travel and experience at Cuyamaca Rancho State Park.

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April 26th, 2024

‘Meticulous’: Corpsmembers Help Build a Brand New State Park

Building the newest proposed State Park requires a lot of hard work and precision. For our CCC Inland Empire and Delta trails crews, the word that comes to mind is meticulous.