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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
Please note the application deadlines below and ensure you will be available for both the required group info session and interview during the respective timeframe for that application round.
AmeriCorps (ages 18-35)
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Apr 17-19 | Apr 22-26 | |
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Apr 22 | Apr 24-26 | Apr 29 – May 3 |
+March 14: Returner priority deadline for SYC Crew Leaders
*March 28: Application deadline for Crew Leaders
Youth (ages 15-18)
Priority Deadline | March 31 |
Final Deadline |
May 1 |
Questions? Please reach out to our recruitment team.
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Clean Water Corpsmembers
Serve alongside natural resource professionals in a Minnesota Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD), learning hands-on skills in managing soil and water resources. Projects may include assisting with groundwater monitoring programs, wetland and watercourse inventories and assessments, field surveys, and educational programs.
Seasonal Individual Placement Member
Individual Placement members serve in a single placement setting at nonprofits, local government agencies, or higher education institutions. The four open seasonal positions include:
- Invasive Plant Management Specialist (St. Croix Falls, WI)
- Drill Core Library Inventory and Curation Specialist (Hibbing, MN)
- Archaeology & Heritage Program Specialist (Cass Lake, MN)
- Aquatic Invasive Species Specialist (St. Paul, MN)
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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.