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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.

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Applicants of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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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)

Round Application Deadline Group Info Session Timeframe Interview Timeframe

1

Feb 15 Feb 19-21 Feb 26-29

2

Feb 29 Mar 4-6 Mar 11-15

3

Mar 14+ Mar 18-20 Mar 25-29

4

Mar 28* Apr 1-3 Apr 8-12

5

Apr 8 Apr 10-12 Apr 15-19

6

Apr 15 Apr 17-19 Apr 22-26

7

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.

Application Deadline: April 22, 2024
Start Date: May 28, 2024
Region(s): Central MN, Minnesota, Northern MN, Southern MN
Age Range(s): 18-35
Region(s): Central MN, Minnesota, Northern MN, Southern MN
Age Range(s): 18-35
Status: Open

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)
Application Deadline: April 22, 2024
Start Date: May 28, 2024
Region(s): Minnesota, Northern MN, Twin Cities, Wisconsin
Age Range(s): 18-35
Region(s): Minnesota, Northern MN, Twin Cities, Wisconsin
Age Range(s): 18-35

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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.

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Questions?

Reach out by email or call 651-209-9900.