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Kupu ʻĀina Corps Program (KAC)

PARTICIPANT APPLICATION FORM


INSTRUCTIONS

1.       All applicants MUST READ the program requirements for the position they are applying for on the KAC website.


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.


Important Information:

  • Please note that the minimum age requirement to participate in this program is 17 years old.  Most positions also have an upper age limit of 38 due to funding requirements.
  • The Kupu ʻĀina Corps program will offer rolling start dates until all positions are filled.​
Your application will be considered incomplete until all parts have been received.  If you have any questions, please contact us at (808) 735-1221 or kac@kupuhawaii.org

Eligibility

The Kupu ʻĀina Corps program is primarily funded through the State of Hawaiʻi's Green Jobs Youth Corps legislation.  In alignment with this legislation, most program positions require participants to be 38 years of age or younger for the duration of their term.  Your date of birth will be used to determine your eligibility for for these positions based on this age requirement.

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Program Application Deadlines

 Participant applications will continue to be accepted until all positions are filled.
Contact Information

Your Legal First and Last Name should be identical to the one that appears on your federal government issued Photo ID (i.e., driver’s license, state ID, US passport, Lawful Permanent Resident card).

Your Legal First and Last Name should be identical to the one that appears on your federal government issued Photo ID (i.e., driver’s license, state ID, US passport, Lawful Permanent Resident card).



*Ensure you have entered this email address correctly!  You may not use a parent or family member's email address.






For the Physical Home address below, enter the address where you currently reside (no P.O. boxes).


















Referral Source


Program Duration & Schedule

Seasonal lasts for 6 months, and Year Long for 11 months
Type of Work Preferences


Important:  Choose five different types of work that interest you most, in order of preference.  Your answers are important as they will help us match you with the appropriate host sites.  Please do not repeat or duplicate your answers. 







Location Preferences

Important:  Applicants are responsible for finding their own housing and transportation on the island where they serve.  Please keep this in mind when selecting your location preferences.


On which island are you most interested in serving?  You may choose up to three separate locations ranked in order of preference.  Please do not duplicate or repeat your answers.









Applicant Details








Short Answer Questions

Please respond to each question in at least 3 sentences.  Thoughtful, detailed responses are highly encouraged and appreciated.

Please write at least 3 sentences.

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References (optional)


You are welcome to submit one or two references to assist Kupu's partnering host sites to better evaluate your application, but it is NOT required.


Guidelines for selecting references:  Use professional references from individuals that have known you for at least three months (e.g., teacher/professor, coach, employer, leader from a group you have volunteered with).  References cannot be immediate family members or close friends.  The individuals you list should be able to speak to your personal and professional attributes.  Please verify that you have entered all information correctly, including email addresses.




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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.



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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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