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Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa offers a wide variety of positions for youth and young adults from diverse backgrounds who are interested in connecting with nature, engaging in environmental stewardship, and giving back to their community.
Explore open and upcoming opportunities below and filter to find your perfect match.
Applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Applicant Rounds
We are implementing a new application process to improve the applicant experience and interview flow. Please note the application deadlines below and ensure you will be available for the required group info session and interview during the respective timeframe for that application round.
| Round | Application Deadline |
Group Info Session Timeframe |
Interview Timeframe |
| 1 | Oct 5 | Oct 9 – 12 | Oct 16 – 20 |
| 2 | Oct 26 | Oct 30 – Nov 1 | Nov 6 – 10 |
| 3 | Nov 9 | Nov 13 – 15 | Nov 27 – Dec 1 |
| 4 | Nov 21 + | Nov 27 – 29 | Dec 4 – 8 |
| 5 | Dec 7 ^ | Dec 11 – 13 | Dec 18 – 22 |
| 6 | Dec 31 | Jan 3 – 5 | Jan 8 – 12 |
+ Nov 21: Final Field Specialist/Individual Placement Deadline
^ Dec 7: Final Crew Leader Deadline
Questions? Please reach out to our recruitment team.
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Field Specialist
Complete natural resource service projects as well as provide training, education, coordination and leadership to ensure a positive and safe experience for regional AmeriCorps members. Primary responsibilities include: fostering AmeriCorps member development through experiential learning, providing technical skills training, monitoring field safety and conducting equipment maintenance.
Field Crew Member/Leader
Lead crews in completing natural resource conservation projects such as exotic species management, herbicide application, stream bank stabilization and erosion control, timber stand improvement, prescribed burning, trail construction & maintenance, tree planting, basic carpentry, wild land fire suppression and emergency response in partnership with public land management agencies such as the DNR, USFWS, NPS, SWCDs, etc. Facilitatee training, education, coordination, and leadership to support a positive and safe experience for fellow AmeriCorps Crew Members.
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Housing Resources
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.
