Opportunities From: HandsOn Twin Cities

Description:
The Green Crew is an award-winning, youth-led conservation and environmental leadership program based in Bloomington, MN. Our leadership team operates as Venture Crew 3111, and we are seeking Adult Advisors with a background in Scouting who are willing to support the backend operations of our Venture unit.

This role is ideal for former or current Scoutmasters, Assistant Scoutmasters, Venture Advisors, committee members, or Scouters who understand how youth-led units work—and who enjoy helping things run smoothly behind the scenes.

This is not a role about running meetings or directing youth leaders. It’s about providing structure, continuity, and operational support so youth can lead with confidence and focus on conservation and leadership.

Your Role:

Support the backend operations of Venture Crew 3111

Assist with logistics such as scheduling, permissions, advancement records, and compliance

Provide guidance on Scouting processes, policies, and best practices

Help maintain continuity as youth leadership rotates and grows

Serve as a trusted adult resource to the Green Crew leadership team and primary advisors

Why This Role Matters:

Strong youth leadership depends on solid adult support systems

Your Scouting experience helps ensure programs are safe, compliant, and sustainable

You’ll enable youth to focus on leadership, service, and conservation—not paperwork

This is a meaningful way to stay connected to Scouting values while supporting an innovative, youth-led conservation program

You’ll Be a Great Fit If…

You have experience in Scouting (BSA, Venture, Sea Scouts, or related roles)

You believe deeply in youth-led leadership models

You enjoy organization, continuity, and operational problem-solving

You’re comfortable supporting from the background rather than being front-and-center

Time Commitment:
Approximately 2–4 hours per month, with flexibility depending on the season and needs of the unit.

Location:
Bloomington, MN and surrounding communities. Some support can be provided remotely.

Description:
The Green Crew is an award-winning, youth-led conservation and environmental leadership program based in Bloomington, MN. Our youth leaders don’t just participate in projects—they set direction, make decisions, and lead teams. We’re seeking Adult Leadership Advisors to join us once a month to support these youth as they grow into confident, thoughtful environmental leaders.

This role is about mentorship, perspective, and trust—not control. You won’t be running meetings or making decisions. Instead, you’ll serve as a sounding board, a steady presence, and a supportive guide as youth leaders navigate planning, collaboration, and leadership challenges.

Your Role:

Attend a monthly Green Crew youth leadership meeting

Provide consultation and mentorship to youth leaders as requested

Help youth think through decisions, priorities, and challenges

Share perspective from your own leadership or professional experience

Support a culture of accountability, inclusion, and youth agency

Why This Role Matters:

Youth leadership thrives when adults show up as allies, not directors

Your experience can help young leaders think more strategically and confidently

You’ll help cultivate the next generation of environmental and civic leaders

This is a meaningful, low-time-commitment way to invest in youth leadership and community impact

You’ll Be a Great Fit If…

You enjoy mentoring young people and listening more than directing

You have experience in leadership, education, environmental work, nonprofit service, or community organizing

You believe young people should have real authority and responsibility

You’re comfortable offering guidance while honoring youth-led decision-making

Time Commitment:
Approximately 1–2 hours per month. Meetings are scheduled in advance and may be held in person or virtually.

Location:
Bloomington, MN and surrounding communities (with some virtual participation possible).

Description:
The Green Crew is an award-winning, youth-led conservation program based in Bloomington, MN. Our young leaders plan and lead real environmental service projects—restoring habitats, organizing community efforts, and building skills that last a lifetime. We’re seeking Adult Advisors who are willing to show up once a month to support, encourage, and help keep these youth-led projects safe, grounded, and successful.

This is not a role about running meetings or directing youth. It’s about showing up as a trusted adult presence—someone who believes in young people, respects their leadership, and is willing to lend experience when needed.

Your Role:

Attend one Green Crew project or meeting per month

Provide adult supervision and support during conservation service activities

Offer guidance, encouragement, and problem-solving when youth ask for it

Help ensure a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment for all participants

Serve as a positive role model for leadership, teamwork, and stewardship

Why This Role Matters:

Youth lead best when they know trusted adults have their back

Your presence helps create a safe structure where young people can take real responsibility

You’ll witness youth leadership in action—often in inspiring and unexpected ways

This is a meaningful way to support conservation without a heavy time commitment

You’ll Be a Great Fit If…

You enjoy working with young people and believe in youth leadership

You’re comfortable supporting rather than directing

You care about conservation, community, or mentoring the next generation

You can commit to showing up consistently once a month

Time Commitment:
Approximately 2–4 hours per month. Scheduling is flexible and planned in advance.

Location:
Bloomington, MN and surrounding communities. Most activities take place outdoors at conservation sites

The Green Crew is an award-winning, youth-led conservation and leadership program based in Bloomington, MN. We believe young people don’t just learn about conservation—they do the work that restores and protects our environment. Through our Conservation Land Management Internship, high school students gain hands-on experience in the field, working directly on projects that improve habitats, protect waterways, and strengthen ecosystems.

As a Green Crew Conservation Intern, you will:

Remove invasive species that threaten native ecosystems

Plant, monitor, and care for native species to restore biodiversity

Protect and restore wetlands, waterways, and other sensitive habitats

Maintain trails, improve access, and implement erosion control measures

Why join?

Gain practical, hands-on skills in conservation and land management

Learn techniques used by professionals in environmental science and restoration

Be part of a youth-led team making measurable improvements to local ecosystems

Build meaningful experience for college applications and future environmental careers

See the results of your work grow, bloom, and thrive over time

Who we’re looking for:
High school students who enjoy working outdoors, aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty, and care about protecting the natural world. No prior conservation experience is required—just enthusiasm, curiosity, and a willingness to learn.

Commitment:
Flexible scheduling with a combination of after-school, weekend, and summer opportunities. Internships typically last one semester but can be extended.

Location:
Bloomington, MN and surrounding communities. Most work is outdoors in field settings.

Description:
The Green Crew is an award-winning, youth-led conservation and leadership program based in Bloomington, MN. We believe young people don’t just take part in community efforts—they inspire them. Through our Community Outreach Internship, high school students gain real-world experience in engaging the public, building partnerships, and mobilizing their communities for conservation.

As a Green Crew Outreach Intern, you will:

Host engaging presentations on conservation topics for schools and community groups

Plan and lead community clean-ups and restoration days

Organize family-friendly events such as trivia nights and game nights

Run creative public awareness campaigns to inspire environmental action

Why join?

Build confidence in public speaking and leadership

Learn how to connect and collaborate with community partners

Gain valuable outreach and communications skills for college and future careers

See your work directly inspire others to care for and protect the planet

Who we’re looking for:
High school students who are enthusiastic about conservation, enjoy connecting with people, and want to make a visible difference in their communities. No prior outreach experience required—just curiosity and a passion for the environment.

Commitment:
Flexible scheduling with a combination of in-person and virtual opportunities. Internships typically last one semester but can be extended.

Location:
Bloomington, MN and surrounding communities (some remote work possible).