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Description
The Montana Conservation Corps' mission is to inspire young people through hands-on conservation service to be leaders, stewards of the land, and engaged citizens who improve their communities.
Gain Professional Experience and Explore Careers in Natural Resources!
FELLOWSHIP OVERVIEW
MCC’s Conservation Fellow (CF) program makes a measurable difference in conservation efforts while strengthening the experience of young adults. CFs serve a five-month term of service from May – October at partnering federal/state agencies, nonprofits, tribal offices, and other community-based conservation organizations across Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, and the Dakotas. Projects include: climate resiliency, habitat restoration, rangeland science, soil monitoring, invasive species treatment, developed recreation management, GIS mapping, stream and wetland restoration, cave and karst feature surveys, conservation education and outreach, volunteer management and more.
Along with serving their communities, CFs make tangible contributions to climate change solutions while developing professional skills that directly transfer to a career in the natural resources field.
Term Dates: 5/18/22 – 9/30/22
Location: Varies based on host site placement
Living Stipend: $635 bi-weekly before taxes
AmeriCorps Education Award: $2,417 upon successful completion of the program
Health Insurance: Provided at no cost
Member Assistance Program: Free 24/7 access to confidential mental health counseling, medical advocacy, financial assistance, life coaching and more
Public Lands Service Corps Hiring Preference: Members serving with federal land management agencies may be eligible to receive hiring preference for future federal job placement
Please contact staff at ipprograms@mtcorps.org or 406-587-4475 with any questions.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum age of 17
- Recent college graduate preferred (can graduate in May of 2022)
- Available for duration of entire term of service; commitment to completing term
- US Citizenship or lawful permanent US Resident
- Ability to pass a National Service Criminal History Check
- Strong desire to serve the community and the environment
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, as determined by the host site and MCC
- Ability to provide personal transportation to worksites, housing, and trainings
NOTE: Application Deadline: March 6, 2022