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Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa offers a wide variety of positions for youth and young adults interested in connecting with nature, engaging in environmental stewardship, and giving back to their community.
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We select and enroll members in rounds, so we encourage you to apply early for the best chance at a position. Applicants who are selected to move forward with the process will be required to attend a group informational session prior to an interview.
2026 Application Rounds and Deadlines
| Round | Application Deadline | Group Info Session Timeframe | Interview Timeframe | Deadline for Offer |
| 1 | ||||
| 2 | Nov 20 | |||
| 3 | Nov 17-21 | Dec 4 | ||
| 4 | Nov 20* | Nov 24-25 | Dec 1-5 | Dec 18 |
| 5 | Dec 4 | Dec 8-10 | Dec 15-19 | Jan 1 |
| 6 | Dec 11 | Dec 15-17 | Jan 5-9 | Jan 15 |
*Field Specialist/Crew Leader Deadline
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Field Crew Member
Serve outdoors restoring habitat, managing natural resources, and occasionally responding to natural disasters or community needs.
Field Specialist
Provide training, education, coordination, and leadership to AmeriCorps members and other participants. Field Specialists will support fellow AmeriCorps members in achieving personal and program success through the principles of teamwork and service-learning while completing natural resource service projects.
Field Crew Leader
Serve outdoors leading crew members while restoring habitat, managing natural resources, and occasionally responding to natural disasters or community needs. Grow leadership skills while supporting a crew of 4 or 5 members and serving as the primary liaison between project hosts and program staff.
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Wondering about housing options? While we only offer housing for a select number of positions, CCMI is here to support you in finding affordable housing. Join our Housing Facebook group and read through our housing resources.