Prospect Park Youth Programs offer service and employment opportunities that are perfect for teens on the go. All positions are part-time and/or seasonal. All participants work with Park professionals and gain important skills that prepare them for college and beyond.

Woodlands Youth Crew
Park Youth Guides
Community Youth Organizers

Youth Employment programs in Prospect Park are made possible with generous support from: William T. Grant Foundation; American Express Foundation; FAO Schwartz Family Foundation; Hudson River Foundation; HSBC Bank USA; The Pinkerton Foundation.






Woodlands Youth Crew
Since 1997, high school students have been instrumental in the restoration of Prospect Park’s 250 acres of fragile woodlands, Brooklyn’s last forest. By countering erosion, removing invasive vegetation, and planting native plants, the Woodlands Youth Crew has given new life to some of the most damaged areas in the Park. In addition to making the Park a more beautiful place to visit, they have made the Park’s woodlands more sustainable and a better habitat for the wide range of wildlife that calls it home.

The Woodlands Youth Crew is more than just a work program. While shaping the future of Brooklyn’s last forest, participants learn about the natural environment and restoration techniques. Crew members also attends special Friday events, which expand their knowledge of job opportunities and the environment.  Participants should be prepared for outdoor conditions and physically demanding work.

Spring Session	Summer Session	Fall Session
Six Saturdays	Full time/Seven weeks	Six Saturdays
Early April to mid-May	Early July to mid-Aug	Early Oct to mid-Nov
9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.	7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.	9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The Woodlands Youth Crew is sponsored by: The Mary J. Hutchins Foundation; Entergy; Independence Community Foundation. 

Park Youth Guides
In the spring and summer, the Park employs Park Youth Guides to assist visitors, lead group tours, and provide administrative and maintenance support throughout the Park. Park Youth Guides work in the Audubon Center, Lefferts Historic House, Litchfield Villa, and Parade Ground. Participants receive specific training that focuses on their area of interest, public programs, and Park history.

Work with nature experts
Spring, summer, and fall
Weekends, 12 - 5 p.m.

Park Youth Guides are sponsored by HSBC.

The Prospect Park Alliance employs Community Youth Organizers (CYO’s) to coordinate the Park’s Youth Programs with outside groups, organize community service projects and staff the Youth Resource Center. To be eligible for a CYO position, you must be a graduate of the Youth Council training program. The position is designed to allow Youth Council members to focus on specific skills before moving on to college or a career.

One-year commitment
Ten hours per week, flexible hours

Prospect Park offers other seasonal and part-time positions at its facilities and attractions. Positions are available on concessions staff at the Skating Rink, Parade Ground, and Carousel. Call Joan Seiwell at (718) 287-5252.

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For more information or to apply for a position, send us an email.
Please have an updated resume before you apply.