Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forests Recreation Participant

Position Summary 

The recreation intern will complete a variety of tasks in support of the Lincoln Ranger District's recreation program. This includes developed recreation facility maintenance (Cabins, Trailheads, Campgrounds), which will consist of mowing, sign installation, painting, cleaning, etc. The position will also be responsible for assisting the trail crew with wilderness and frontcountry trail clearing and maintenance. This will involve gaining experience with chainsaws, crosscut saws, and a variety of hand tools necessary for maintaining trails. There may also be a possibility of gaining experience with pack stock.

Location 

Lincoln, MT

Schedule 

May 18, 2026 - September 4, 2026

Key Duties and Responsibilities 

Trail clearing with chainsaws in the frontcountry, crosscut saw and hand tool clearing in the wilderness. Cleaning, mowing, painting, installing signs for developed recreation sites.

Marginal Duties 

Pasture maintenance including fencing, invasive species control. Cache maintenance including tool and tack/gear cleaning and maintenance

Required Qualifications 

Driver's License

This SCA Position is authorized under the Public Land Corps Authority. All participants must be between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive, or veterans age 35 or younger. Participants must also be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States. Hours served can be applied toward the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority.

Preferred Qualifications 

First Aid

Hours 

40 per week

Living Accommodations 

Communal bunkhouse, may have own room or share with one other person max.

Compensation  

$400 Weekly Living Allowance (Paid Bi-Weekly)

$1,100 RT Travel Allowance (Paid once)

Housing on site provided

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. 

Personal Vehicle Information

Required

Additional Benefits 

Bear Safety

Defensive Driving Training

First Aid/CPR

AmeriCorps: Not Eligible

Equal Opportunity Statement 

The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.