concretesafaris.org/outdoor-leadership-academy
158 East 115th Street, Suite 144, New York, NY 10029
(646) 869-1503 | info@concretesafaris.org
Concrete Safaris is an organization that prepares young people to lead healthy lives and shape their environment through outdoor education, play, exploration, and community engagement.
The Outdoor Leadership Academy is an internship program designed to train teenagers and young adults from 14 to 24 years on environmental health literacy, first aid, community engagement, and the development of soft and hard professional skills. For instance, participants will have the chance to visit companies virtually to practice interviewing, improve their resumes, and learn about the world of work.
The stipend for this internship is $700 for up to 12 hours/week of experiential education over 5 weeks.
Eligibility
► Live in New York City.
► Be at least 14 years old by the start of the program.
How to Apply
► Youth will be selected through the citywide SYEP lottery and will participate in virtual and in-person learning opportunities.
► Start your application by visiting the 2022 Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) Application Portal at
application.nycsyep.com
► 14-15-year-olds, select Concrete Safaris Inc. as your Provider
► 16-24-year-olds, select El Barrio’s Operation Fightback as your Provider
► Deadline to apply is April 22nd, 2022.
Program Start and End Date
The program will run from July – August, 2022 for 14-15 years-old. The duration of the program is 6 weeks.
Learn more at concretesafaris.org/outdoor-leadership-academy
Updated on March 10, 2022