Hawaiʻi Youth Conservation Corps Summer Program

2024 APPLICATION FORM

INSTRUCTIONS

1. All applicants MUST READ the program requirements for the position they are applying for. If you have questions about your eligibility, please email or call us.

2. Click "Next Page" to continue. You can save your application and return to it later using the "Save my progress" link at the top or bottom of any page.

3. When finished, click "Submit". You will need to complete your electronic signature on the Final Review page, and then verify it via an emailed link.

4. After you have finished, your references will automatically receive an email with a link to complete their reference form. We advise you to submit your application early in order to give your references time to submit their forms.

5. Lastly, call or email Kupu staff to confirm that all parts of your application, including both reference forms, have been received before the deadline.

Your application will be considered incomplete until all parts have been received. If you have any questions, please contact us at (808) 735-1221 ext. 2001 or hyccsummer@kupuhawaii.org.

I certify that I have read & understood the instructions and Position Description, and can meet all commitments and requirements.

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The priority deadline for all HYCC Summer applications & reference forms to be submitted is February 16, 2024. This application will remain open until all positions are filled.

Contact Information

Legal First Name

Legal Last Name

Middle Name

Preferred Name (optional)

Email Address

*Ensure you have entered this email address correctly!

Primary Phone Number

Primary Phone Number Type

Secondary Phone Number

Secondary Phone Number Type

Do you live in Hawaiʻi?

YesNo

Which island?

Home Address (Line 1)

Home Address (Line 2, if applicable)

City

State

Zip Code

Country

Do you have an address for where you will be living/staying in Hawaiʻi during the program?

YesNo

Hawaiʻi Address (Line 1)

Hawaiʻi Address (Line 2, if applicable)

City

State

Zip Code

Country

Position Applying For

Which HYCC Summer position are you applying for?

MemberTeam LeaderMembers must be between 17-20 years old and at least 17 years old by June 3, 2024. Team Leaders must be at least 21 years old by May 28, 2024.

Applicant Details

Date of Birth

Members must be 17 years old and Team Leaders must be 21 years old by June 3, 2024.

Citizenship Status

Applicants must be one of the following: a US Citizen, US National, or Lawful Permanent Resident Alien (due to AmeriCorps regulations).

If other, please specify:

Current grade level/standing in school

If other, please specify:

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

Name of current high school or university/college

Field of study (if applicable)

Have you ever received an AmeriCorps Education Award (e.g., from AmeriCorps NCCC, AmeriCorps State, or VISTA) or will you receive one by the time this program starts?

YesNo

Enter the number of Education Awards you have or will have received for each type of AmeriCorps term you have participated in. Enter "0" if not applicable.

[For example: If you participated in the CLDP Year Long program before and received one Education Award, enter "1" in the FTT # Ed Awards Received.]

	# Ed Awards Received
Minimum Time Term (300 hours)
Quarter Time Term (450 hours)
Half Time Term (900 hours)
Full Time Term (1700 hours)
Total

What is the name of the organization(s) that you have or will have received your Education Award(s) from?

Referral Source

How did you hear about this opportunity?

Please provide additional details on how you heard about this opportunity (i.e., newspaper name, specific career fair, specific website). If you heard from a person, please share his or her name.

Short Answer Questions

These questions assist Kupu with gaining a deeper perspective about you.

Your answers should be at least 2 full sentences and not exceed 2-3 paragraphs.

1. Please list any courses, leadership positions or experiences you have taken or had that would be relevant to the HYCC Summer Program. Describe any youth leadership experiences including role and duration.

2. Why do you want to be involved with the HYCC Summer Program as a team leader? What are your goals and expectations?

3. What do you consider to be the most important quality in a team leader?

4. Describe an experience when, as a leader, you counseled/helped one of your team members during a difficult situation. What was the situation, and how did you handle it? What would you have done differently?

5. Describe what you believe is the greatest threat to Hawaiʻi's natural environment, and possible solutions.

6. What would you like the participants in the HYCC Summer Program to gain by the end? How would you help them achieve this goal?

Short Answer Questions

These questions assist Kupu with gaining a deeper perspective about you.

Your answers should be at least 2 full sentences and not exceed 2-3 paragraphs.

1. Why are you interested in participating in a seven week, physically demanding, outdoor intensive program?

2. What does Mālama ʻĀina (or environmental stewardship) mean to you?

3. Describe up to three previous or current experiences (extracurricular activities, work or volunteer opportunities, clubs or sports, etc.) that you have participated in which preferably relate to the HYCC Summer Program.

References & Resume

Important: Your application will be considered incomplete until we have received your resume (Team Leaders only) and BOTH reference forms. It is your kuleana (responsibility) to check with our program staff that these have been submitted.

Are you applying to multiple Kupu programs? If you are using the same references for your applications, they will need to fill out separate forms for each one you submit. Please let them know in advance that they will be receiving multiple emails with a different web link for each program application.

Guidelines for selecting references: Use professional references only (e.g., a teacher, coach, employer, group you have volunteered with, or anyone that knows you in a professional capacity). References cannot be immediate family members or close friends. Misspelling or putting the wrong reference email address may significantly delay your application. Please verify that you have entered them correctly.

If you or your references have any questions, please contact us at hyccsummer@kupuhawaii.org or 808-735-1221 ext. 2001.

Attach your resume (We will only accept PDF or Word documents.)

Reference #1's Full Name

Reference #1's Phone Number

Reference #1's Email Address

*Ensure you have entered this email address correctly!

Reference #2's Full Name

Reference #2's Phone Number

Reference #2's Email Address

*Ensure you have entered this email address correctly!

Please Read Before Signing

1. I am responsible for traveling to the island that I am selected for to begin my program term. Neither Kupu nor the host sites are responsible for any travel or relocation expenses.

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2. I must be available Monday through Friday for the full length of my program term from the end of May through July 2024. I must also be able to participate in potential late night, early morning, overnight, and/or weekend (or holiday) activities.

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3. I must be able and willing to camp outdoors for an extended period of time. This may include being active on rugged terrain, on/in the water and/or in poor weather conditions with minimal or no restroom facilities.

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4. I must be able to safely perform the physical and mental duties of my position which may include long hikes, remote camping and using heavy tools and equipment.

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5. I am prohibited from smoking tobacco or non-tobacco products including e-cigarettes, consuming alcohol, or using any illegal substances and am subject to drug testing.

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6. I confirm that I am a US Citizen, US National, or Lawful Permanent Resident Alien (required due to AmeriCorps regulations). I must submit copies of a current government-issued Photo II and Birth Certificate or proof of citizenship/residency. I acknowledge that fingerprints will be obtained for state and federal criminal history checks. If I am applying to be a Team Leader, I must also submit a High School Diploma/Transcript or equivalent, Social Security Card, and am subject to a driving abstract.

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I am at least 21 years of age, or will be by May 28, 2024.

YesNo

If you selected no, you may NOT select Team Leader as the position you are applying for. Please go back to Page 2 and change your answer to Member, and complete the additional application questions. All Team Leaders are required to be at least 21 by May 28, 2024.

I understand and will now fix my application and change my response to Member.

I am at least 18 years of age and therefore do not need a parent or legal guardian's permission to submit this application and participate in this program.

Yes, I am 18 or olderNo, I am not 18 years old

Since you are under 18, you must inform your parent or legal guardian that you have applied to this program BEFORE you submit your application AND get their permission. You must also provide their contact information below.

Full Name of Parent or Legal Guardian (if under 18)

Parent or Legal Guardian's Phone Number

Parent or Legal Guardian's Email Address

*Ensure you have entered this email address correctly!

I certify that my statements in this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

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In accordance with Federal Law, Kupu is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. Qualified applicants with disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the position are encouraged to apply. Kupu is committed to making reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis. To become more sustainable, Kupu will send digital notifications regarding your application status. If you prefer physical copies, please contact us.

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Hawaiʻi Youth Conservation Corps Summer Program2024 APPLICATION FORM

Hawaiʻi Youth Conservation Corps Summer Program

2024 APPLICATION FORM