Join the Environmental Conservation Corps (ECC) in South Carolina

Build Your Career. Protect the Coast.
Turn your passion for the environment into a profession with a service-learning program that restores our local ecosystems and builds your future. As an ECC member, you won't just be earning an AmeriCorps living allowance; you’ll be gaining hands-on experience in the front-line fight for coastal resilience. Our graduates consistently describe this as a life-changing journey where you will build confidence, develop lifelong professional relationships, and emerge as a part of the next generation of conservation leaders.
All members receive:
Hands-On Field Experience
A Living Stipend and AmeriCorps Education Award
In-Demand Training and Certifications
Hear From AmeriCorps Alumni
AmeriCorps South Carolina: Environmental Conservation Positions
Restoration Crew Members focus on large-scale habitat restoration and nature-based solutions across the Lowcountry. Specific projects and activities vary by season.
Key Activities:
Ecosystem Restoration: Restoring wildlife habitats, salt marshes, and oyster reefs.
Community & Green Infrastructure: Constructing rain gardens, building urban gardens, and planting native species.
Environmental Monitoring: Performing erosion control and water quality testing.
Trail Maintenance: Constructing and repairing trails, bridges, and boardwalks.

Fall Cohort
Focus: Maintaining trails and constructing rain gardens.
18 Weeks
Application Opens: 7/1/2026
Application Deadline: 8/10/2026
Position Start Date: 9/28/2026
Position End Date: 1/29/2027
Spring Cohort
Focus: Restoring oyster reefs and planting native species.
18 Weeks
Application Opens: 12/1/2026
Application Deadline: 1/1/2027
Position Start Date: 3/22/2027
Position End Date: 7/23/2027
Summer Cohort
Focus: Building oyster reefs and restoring salt marshes.
9 Weeks
Application Opens: 1/15/2027
Application Deadline: 3/1/2027
Position Start Date: 5/24/2027
Position End Date: 7/23/2027
The Spring Cohort application window opens on 12/1/2026.
