Guam Green Growth is an engine of innovation developing tangible solutions to sustainability challenges in our island region. Growing our skilled workforce is a solution to support the diversification of our island’s economy. 

The G3 GROW Corps program prepares our community for the emerging green economy with a specific focus on forestry and watershed restoration. G3 is recruiting 6 corps members for a 6-month workforce development program in sustainability.  

LESSONS & ACTIVITIES

• • Watershed Restoration
  • Reforestation
  • Seed Collection
  • Propagation
  • Maintaining Nursery Plants
  • Planting Methods
  • Site Preparation
  • Firebreak Maintenance
  • Island Beautification

COMPENSATION

GROW Corps members will receive up to $1,300 every two weeks.

ELIGIBILITY

• • Must be able to fully commit to a full-time 40-hour per week program for 6 months. G3 GROW Corps members must work together following a weekly schedule that is typically Monday-Friday, 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. During some weeks, the schedule will include mornings, nights, and/or weekends.  
  • Must be 18 years or older 
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen, National, or Legal Resident (including COFA)
  • Must have reliable transportation to and from the University of Guam campus
  • Must be in good physical condition
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs. or more unassisted 
  • Must be able to work outdoors in the sun and inclement weather, hike over uneven terrain unassisted, and perform physical/laborious tasks for several hours at a time 

  • Upon selection, submit police and court clearances, purified protein derivative (PPD) skin test results, and a physical examination form signed by a certified medical provider. 

WHAT IS G3?

Aligned with the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, the Guam Green Growth (G3) Initiative cultivates an ecosystem for transformative action to achieve a sustainable, prosperous, and equitable future for our island. The University of Guam facilitates the island-wide initiative in cooperation with the Office of the Governor of Guam and the 99 members of the G3 Working Group representing all sectors of our society.