VetsWork GreenCorps
Meet our 2021 GreenCorps Interns!
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Austin Weldon
Military Branch: US Marine Corps
Position: VetsWork GreenCorps Member
Service Site: Umatilla National Forest
"I am excited to learn the skills that are required for wildland firefighting and to work alongside fellow veterans."
Bobby Hepler
Military Branch: US Marine Corps
Position: VetsWork GreenCorps Member
Service Site: Umatilla National Forest
"Veterans are unique individuals with very strong commitments to discipline, hard work, and learning. I am excited to build new friendships and share common struggles."
Corey James
Military Branch: Air Force
Position: VetsWork GreenCorps Member
Service Site: Umatilla National Forest
"Similar to most people in the Northwest I'm a fan of camping, hiking, and fishing. Writing and recording music is my most significant hobby."
Daniel Majercik
Military Branch: Navy
Position: VetsWork GreenCorps Member
Service Site: Umatilla National Forest
"I'm eager to see a side of the fire service we don't get much exposure to on the East Coast."
Nick Mejia
Military Branch: US Marine Corps
Position: VetsWork GreenCorps Member
Service Site: Umatilla National Forest
"What excites me the most about this opportunity is the chance to work on a team toward a larger goal, just like the Marine Corps."
Gabe Martinez
Military Branch: Army
Position: VetsWork GreenCorps Member
Service Site: Umatilla National Forest
"Overall, I hope to gain as much knowledge, both about fire and the Umatilla area, with my new veteran family as possible."
Kit Cazimero
Military Branch: Army
Position: VetsWork GreenCorps Member
Service Site: Umatilla National Forest
"I look forward to a new challenge, feeling accomplished at the end of the day, and creating new experiences with other veterans while learning to be stewards of the natural environment."
Michael Perez
Military Branch: US Marine Corps
Position: VetsWork GreenCorps Member
Service Site: Umatilla National Forest
"What I would like to gain from this is to learn and continue my pursuit in this career field and make a few new veteran friends along the way."