Please note that opportunities are categorized by industry, not by major.
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Current Opportunities
Agribusiness
Agribusiness Trainee - Westfield Center, OH | Full-Time | Westfield
The Agribusiness Trainee at Westfield participates in a hybrid, full-time program
designed to build knowledge, skills, and business acumen in insurance and agribusiness
operations. Trainees assist with projects, day-to-day tasks, and research, while
gaining exposure to company processes, software, and industry best practices. The
role emphasizes professional development through mentorship, feedback, shadowing,
and networking, preparing participants for future careers in risk management, finance,
or agribusiness within the insurance industry. Start date: June 2026.
Deadline to apply: N/A
The Market Attendant at Mal’s Fresh Produce Place supports daily retail operations
in a hands-on, outdoor environment. Team members assist with customer service,
cash handling, merchandising, and maintaining displays while gaining experience
in local agriculture, produce, and retail operations. This role emphasizes teamwork,
professional development, and building skills in sales, customer engagement, and
entrepreneurship. Seasonal commitment: April–October 2026.
Deadline to apply: 3/1/2026
Team Lead/GROW Guru - Morgantown or Fairmont, WV | Full-Time or Part-Time, Seasonal
| Mal’s Fresh Produce Place
The Team Lead at Mal’s Fresh Produce Place supports daily store operations and leads
a team of Market Attendants, ensuring high standards of customer service, merchandising,
and store organization. This role provides hands-on leadership experience, including
training staff, assisting with inventory and POS operations, and maintaining a
safe, welcoming environment. Seasonal commitment: April–October 2026.
Deadline to apply: 3/1/2026
Exploring Ag Intern - Coplay, PA | Internship | GROWMARK FS, LLC
Join GROWMARK FS as an internship-level Agronomy Operations Intern where you’ll
get hands-on experience with crop and agronomy work. You’ll help with field work
such as crop scouting and monitoring, assist with facility and equipment maintenance,
support inventory and orders, and work with customers and FS locations to build
professional relationships. This internship is ideal for a college student interested
in agriculture and looking to explore a career in agronomy and agribusiness.
Deadline to apply: N/A
Animal Care Specialist - Concord, PA | Full-Time | Country View Family
Farms (Clemens Food Group)
Work with Clemens Food Group as an Animal Care Specialist on their sow‑ and piglet‑care team. Daily duties include feeding, health monitoring, breeding support, farrowing assistance, barn hygiene, and maintaining animal welfare and biosecurity standards. This hands‑on role supports sow and piglet health from birth through production — ideal for those comfortable with physical work and committed to compassionate livestock care.
Work with Clemens Food Group as an Animal Care Specialist on their sow‑ and piglet‑care team. Daily duties include feeding, health monitoring, breeding support, farrowing assistance, barn hygiene, and maintaining animal welfare and biosecurity standards. This hands‑on role supports sow and piglet health from birth through production — ideal for those comfortable with physical work and committed to compassionate livestock care.
Deadline to apply: N/A
Agronomy Intern - Preston, MD | Internship | GROWMARK FS, LLC
Join GROWMARK FS as an Agronomy Intern where you’ll assist with crop‑related field work, support facility and equipment maintenance, help manage inventory and orders, and work with agronomy staff and customers. This internship offers hands‑on experience in agribusiness operations — ideal for students interested in agriculture, agronomy, or farm management.
Join GROWMARK FS as an Agronomy Intern where you’ll assist with crop‑related field work, support facility and equipment maintenance, help manage inventory and orders, and work with agronomy staff and customers. This internship offers hands‑on experience in agribusiness operations — ideal for students interested in agriculture, agronomy, or farm management.
Deadline to apply: N/A
Extension Summer Internship Program - Maryland | Internship | University
of Maryland
The University of Maryland Extension is now accepting applications for its
Summer 2026 Extension Internship Program, a paid, 10-week, full-time opportunity
designed to prepare students for careers in agriculture and Extension. Supported
by a USDA–NIFA grant, the program provides hands-on experiential learning,
one-on-one faculty mentorship, leadership and professional development training,
and networking with industry professionals. Open to students from underserved
institutions, community colleges, and non–Land Grant institutions, this internship
builds career readiness while strengthening the future agricultural workforce.
Deadline to apply: 3/22/2026
Sales Agronomist - Remote (U.S.-based, regional territory) | Full-Time
| TIMAC AGRO USA
The Sales Agronomist is responsible for maintaining and expanding a regional sales territory by building strong relationships with growers and agricultural partners. This role combines agronomic expertise with sales strategy, involving frequent travel to client sites, presenting products and services, conducting soil and crop evaluations, and developing nutrient management strategies. The position emphasizes autonomy, entrepreneurship, and innovation, offering opportunities for professional growth and international mobility within a global agricultural organization.
The Sales Agronomist is responsible for maintaining and expanding a regional sales territory by building strong relationships with growers and agricultural partners. This role combines agronomic expertise with sales strategy, involving frequent travel to client sites, presenting products and services, conducting soil and crop evaluations, and developing nutrient management strategies. The position emphasizes autonomy, entrepreneurship, and innovation, offering opportunities for professional growth and international mobility within a global agricultural organization.
Deadline to apply: 3/3/2026
Livestock Assistant - Bulger, PA | Full-time | Rivendale Farms
Hands-on, full-time role supporting day-to-day livestock operations at Rivendale
Farms. You’ll work closely with the Livestock Manager to provide consistent,
high-quality care for laying hens, broilers, turkeys, and birth-to-finish
cattle. Responsibilities include feeding and watering, monitoring animal
health, cleaning barns and coops, egg collection and processing, assisting
with poultry harvest and butchering, facility and equipment maintenance,
and maintaining accurate records. Ideal for a self-motivated individual with
livestock experience who is comfortable with physically demanding, outdoor
work year-round, including some weekends and holidays.
Deadline to apply: N/A
Apply Here: Please send a cover letter and resume to maddie.brigich@rivendalefarms.com
Energy and GIS
Landman Intern - Bridgeport, WV | Internship |
Percheron
Paid summer internship helping with land and right-of-way work for energy
and infrastructure projects. Under guidance you’ll support property-ownership
and title research, help negotiate surface-access or pipeline easements,
assist with mapping/GIS and document tasks, and sometimes go to field sites.
Great for students in Energy/Land Management or related degrees seeking hands-on
exposure and potential full-time offer after graduation.
Deadline to apply: N/A
2026 GIS Local Government Summer Intern
- Columbus, OH | Internship | MORPC
This paid summer internship with MORPC provides undergraduate and graduate students hands-on experience in GIS and spatial data management for local governments in Central Ohio. Interns work on projects such as field mapping, interactive dashboards, online public maps, aerial imagery processing, and GIS database maintenance. The program includes mentorship, professional development, and exposure to regional planning operations, preparing students for careers in public service and geographic information systems.
This paid summer internship with MORPC provides undergraduate and graduate students hands-on experience in GIS and spatial data management for local governments in Central Ohio. Interns work on projects such as field mapping, interactive dashboards, online public maps, aerial imagery processing, and GIS database maintenance. The program includes mentorship, professional development, and exposure to regional planning operations, preparing students for careers in public service and geographic information systems.
Deadline to apply: N/A
Environmental and Sustainability
2026 Environmental/Sustainability Local Government Summer Intern - Columbus,
OH | Internship | MORPC
This paid summer internship with MORPC gives undergraduate and graduate students hands-on experience supporting environmental and sustainability initiatives within local governments across Central Ohio. Interns assist with projects such as climate action updates, grant tracking, water planning, social media content, and public outreach. The program includes mentorship, professional development, and exposure to regional planning operations, preparing students for careers in public service and sustainability.
This paid summer internship with MORPC gives undergraduate and graduate students hands-on experience supporting environmental and sustainability initiatives within local governments across Central Ohio. Interns assist with projects such as climate action updates, grant tracking, water planning, social media content, and public outreach. The program includes mentorship, professional development, and exposure to regional planning operations, preparing students for careers in public service and sustainability.
Deadline to apply: N/A
Environmental Science Internship - Beckley, WV | Internship | Beckley Sanitary
Board
The Beckley Sanitary Board is offering paid internship opportunities for Summer
2026. This program is designed for students interested in environmental science,
environmental engineering, or related fields. Interns will gain hands-on
experience through activities such as stream water monitoring, stormwater
pollution investigation and prevention, construction plan review and site
inspections, and GIS mapping of sanitary and storm sewer infrastructure.
Deadline to apply: N/A
Apply Here: submit a resume to jobs@beckleysanitaryboard.org
Apply Here: submit a resume to jobs@beckleysanitaryboard.org
Health and Vet Sciences
Avian Care & Rehabilitation Intern
- Morgantown, WV | Internship | Avian Conservation Center of Appalachia
The ACCA Avian Care & Rehabilitation Internship offers hands‑on experience caring for injured, orphaned, or displaced wild birds — including raptors, waterbirds, and songbirds — under the guidance of staff, volunteers, and veterinarians. Interns assist with feeding, intake procedures, medical treatments, enclosure maintenance, and the rehabilitation process through pre‑release conditioning and care. This summer internship is ideal for undergraduates interested in wildlife care, veterinary work, or conservation, and provides real‑world skills in avian husbandry, rehabilitation procedures, and wildlife welfare.
Deadline to apply: 4/30/2026
Healthcare Assistant - Remote or onsite, based in Columbus, OH, Washington,
DC, etc. | Internship | CareYaya
CareYaya offers students on the healthcare track the opportunity to gain direct
patient care (DPC) experience by providing in-home care to older adults,
cancer survivors, and medically-vulnerable children. Interns apply their
healthcare knowledge in real-world settings, earn DPC hours, and enhance
their professional school applications while contributing to community health.
The program is flexible, self-directed, and designed to fit around class
schedules.
Deadline to apply: 2/7/2026
Bioinformatics Research Intern - Silver Spring, MD | Internship | Walter
Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR)
The Department of Defense offers post-bachelor’s, post-master’s, and post-doctoral
internships at WRAIR’s Multidrug-Resistant Organism Repository and Surveillance
Network (MRSN). Interns gain hands-on experience analyzing antibiotic-resistant
bacterial genomes, conducting outbreak investigations, and using advanced
bioinformatics tools and sequencing platforms (Illumina Miseq/Nextseq, Oxford
Nanopore MinIon). The role includes collaboration with internal and external
researchers, programming in Linux/Python/R, and contributing to real-time
surveillance of superbugs across military hospitals.
Deadline to apply: 3/19/2026
Biomarker & Metabolism Analytics Intern - West Chester, PA | Internship
| Pharmaceutical R&D
This 12-week summer internship offers hands-on experience in pharmaceutical and bioanalytical sciences. Interns will support assay development and qualification for serum, plasma, and tissue biomarkers while participating in ongoing research projects. Responsibilities include conducting lab experiments, recording and analyzing data, preparing scientific presentations, and assisting with general lab activities. Mentorship and collaboration with experienced colleagues provide exposure to laboratory techniques, data analysis, and research workflows in a professional R&D environment.
This 12-week summer internship offers hands-on experience in pharmaceutical and bioanalytical sciences. Interns will support assay development and qualification for serum, plasma, and tissue biomarkers while participating in ongoing research projects. Responsibilities include conducting lab experiments, recording and analyzing data, preparing scientific presentations, and assisting with general lab activities. Mentorship and collaboration with experienced colleagues provide exposure to laboratory techniques, data analysis, and research workflows in a professional R&D environment.
Deadline to apply: 4/9/2026
Lab Intern - Carey, OH | Internship | Kalmbach Feeds
The Lab Intern at Kalmbach Feeds gains hands-on experience in a professional
agricultural laboratory, assisting with sample processing, wet-chemistry
and NIR analyses, and laboratory documentation. Interns work with the lab
team on specific projects, learn to use a Laboratory Information Management
System (LIMS), and gain exposure to laboratory processes and best practices.
The role emphasizes professional development through mentorship, collaboration,
and practical experience, preparing participants for future careers in animal
sciences, chemistry, or related fields.
Deadline to apply: N/A
FAH Package Goods Sales Rep - (E. TN, W. VA, VA, MD, and
NC)
| Full-Time | Elanco Animal Health
Join Elanco Animal Health as a Territory Sales Representative focused on Farm
Animal Health (FAH) Package Goods where you’ll drive sales and build strong
customer relationships across the Southeast District (including Eastern Tennessee,
West Virginia, Virginia, and North Carolina). In this field-based role, you’ll
plan and execute territory and account strategies, engage directly with beef
and dairy producers, veterinarians, nutritionists, feed companies, and distributors,
and demonstrate technical product value to secure demand and sales. You’ll
collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage customer accounts, and contribute
to achieving business objectives — ideal for someone with sales experience
in the animal health or agricultural industry and a passion for livestock
health and customer service.
Deadline to apply: N/A
Plant Science and Landscaping
Commercial Landscape Intern - Cleveland, OH | Internship | The
Davey Tree Expert Company
Join Davey’s Commercial Landscape team for a field‑based internship working
on commercial properties in the Cleveland, OH area. You’ll work alongside
experienced landscaping and turf professionals to plant, maintain, fertilize,
water, and care for trees, shrubs, and other landscape features, as well
as operate landscape equipment and maintain irrigation/climate‑control
systems. The internship offers hands‑on training, exposure to landscape
management operations, and opportunities to learn about client service,
project management, and career paths in the green industry.
Landscape Crew Leader - Avon, OH | Full-Time | The Davey Tree Expert Company
Lead a team to maintain and enhance residential/commercial landscapes — managing
daily grounds work including planting, mowing, trimming, mulching, fertilizing,
and addressing turf/shrub health. You’ll coordinate the crew, operate and maintain
landscaping equipment, ensure job quality and client satisfaction, and provide
guidance and training on best horticultural and safety practices. The role
offers hands‑on outdoor work, opportunities for advancement, and company-sponsored
benefits and development programs.
Deadline to apply: N/A
Commercial Landscape Internship - Montgomery County, MD
| Internship | The Davey Tree Expert Company
This internship with The Davey Tree Expert Company offers hands‑on experience helping maintain and improve commercial landscapes in Montgomery County, MD. Interns work alongside skilled crews to plant, water, fertilize, trim, and care for trees, shrubs, and turf, while learning about landscape maintenance, equipment operation, and horticultural best practices. It’s a great opportunity for students or early‑career individuals interested in landscaping, arboriculture, or grounds management.
This internship with The Davey Tree Expert Company offers hands‑on experience helping maintain and improve commercial landscapes in Montgomery County, MD. Interns work alongside skilled crews to plant, water, fertilize, trim, and care for trees, shrubs, and turf, while learning about landscape maintenance, equipment operation, and horticultural best practices. It’s a great opportunity for students or early‑career individuals interested in landscaping, arboriculture, or grounds management.
Deadline to apply: N/A
2026 Summer Intern Landscape Architecture - Upper Marlboro, MD | Internship
| McHale Landscape Design, Inc.
McHale Landscape Design offers an 8‑week Summer Internship in Upper Marlboro, MD for students interested in landscape architecture and maintenance. Interns gain hands‑on experience in site analysis, CAD design, plant selection, turf care, project management, and client services under mentorship from experienced professionals. The program includes flexible scheduling, paid compensation, potential housing assistance, and a real pathway toward future employment in landscape design and build.
McHale Landscape Design offers an 8‑week Summer Internship in Upper Marlboro, MD for students interested in landscape architecture and maintenance. Interns gain hands‑on experience in site analysis, CAD design, plant selection, turf care, project management, and client services under mentorship from experienced professionals. The program includes flexible scheduling, paid compensation, potential housing assistance, and a real pathway toward future employment in landscape design and build.
Deadline to apply: N/A
2026 City & Regional Planning Local Government Summer Intern
- Columbus, OH | Internship | MORPC
This paid summer internship with MORPC offers undergraduate and graduate students hands-on experience in city and regional planning with local governments across Central Ohio. Interns support projects such as GIS mapping, land use studies, housing research, active transportation plans, and zoning enforcement. The program includes mentorship, professional development, and exposure to regional planning operations, preparing students for careers in public service and urban planning.
This paid summer internship with MORPC offers undergraduate and graduate students hands-on experience in city and regional planning with local governments across Central Ohio. Interns support projects such as GIS mapping, land use studies, housing research, active transportation plans, and zoning enforcement. The program includes mentorship, professional development, and exposure to regional planning operations, preparing students for careers in public service and urban planning.
Deadline to apply: N/A
Fruit Production Assistant - Bulger, PA | Full-time | Rivendale Farms
Hands-on, full-time role supporting day-to-day operations in Rivendale Farms’
orchards and vineyards. You’ll work closely with the Fruit Production Lead
and Crop Production Manager on planting, pruning, pest and disease management,
irrigation, harvesting, and post-harvest handling of tree fruit, berries, and
grapes. Ideal for a motivated, hardworking individual interested in commercial
fruit production, orchard management, and working outdoors year-round as part
of a collaborative farm team.
Deadline to apply: N/A
Apply Here: Please send a resume and/or letter of interest to Crop Production
Manager, Ellen Baird, at ellen.baird@rivendalefarms.com
Crop Production Intern - Bulger, PA | Internship | Rivendale Farms
Seasonal internship offering hands-on experience in diversified crop production
at Rivendale Farms. Start/end date is Flexible! (Spring - Late Fall/Early
Winter). Interns work across orchards, vineyards, greenhouses, and vegetable
fields, gaining practical skills in seeding, transplanting, pruning, irrigation,
harvest, post-harvest handling, pest monitoring, and equipment operation. Ideal
for individuals interested in sustainable agriculture, food systems, and gaining
real-world farm experience in a collaborative, outdoor work environment.
Interested applicants can also fill out a general interest form to be considered
for other possible internships (deadline 2/28/2026). For more information
on that, please contact Mallory Napolillo, mallory.napolillo@mail.wvu.edu.
Deadline to apply: N/A
Apply Here: Please send a resume and/or letter of interest to Crop
Production Manager, Ellen Baird, at ellen.baird@rivendalefarms.com
Forest Archaeology Individual Placements Conservation Legacy - Roanoke,
VA | Full-Time | Americorps
Join a nationwide conservation service program for a 50 week term. As
part of the Appalachian Conservation Corps in collaboration with the U.S.
Forest Service, you’ll conduct fieldwork including ecological and archaeological
surveys, GIS mapping, data collection, and natural-resource stewardship.
This is a full-time AmeriCorps–service role with a weekly living stipend
and benefits.
Deadline to apply: N/A
Chestnut Restoration Intern - West Virginia | Internship | The WV chapter
of The American Chestnut Foundation
Join the West Virginia chapter of The American Chestnut Foundation (WV-TACF)
as a paid summer intern focused on conserving and restoring American chestnut
trees across the state. In this role, you’ll travel throughout West Virginia
to locate and assess nearly 100 chestnut planting sites, collect GPS data,
evaluate tree health and blight presence, document findings with photos,
and prepare written site assessments. You’ll work independently in the field,
communicate with landowners, and present your findings at the WV-TACF chapter
meeting. This internship is ideal for a student or recent graduate interested
in forestry, biology, horticulture, or conservation fieldwork with significant
hands-on experience.
Deadline to apply: 2/22/2026
Apply Here:
Send a letter of interest, resume, and three references to WV chapter
president, Bernie Coyle (bfcoyle@hotmail.com).
Invasive Species Member - Williamstown, WV | Internship/Seasonal | Ohio
River Islands National Wildlife Refuge
Join American Conservation Experience (ACE), a nonprofit Conservation Corps,
as an Invasive Species Member assisting the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
at Ohio River Islands National Wildlife Refuge. In this role, you’ll help
with field activities including GIS mapping of invasive plant infestations,
early detection of new invasions, physical removal of invasive species, application
of pesticides, and support for biological surveys and refuge outreach. You’ll
gain hands-on conservation experience, work outdoors, and support habitat
restoration and monitoring projects alongside refuge staff — ideal for someone
interested in conservation biology, ecology, and land management.
Deadline to apply: 4/17/2026
Forestry Intern - Lewisburg, WV | Internship | Weyerhaeuser
Weyerhaeuser is hiring a Forestry Intern for its Northern Timberlands operation in Lewisburg, West Virginia. This paid, full-time Summer 2026 internship provides hands-on experience supporting professional foresters in areas such as forest measurements, GIS, silviculture, harvest and haul operations, operational planning, and road development. The internship is designed for students pursuing Forestry or a related natural resources field and offers exposure to a wide range of operational forestry activities in both field and office settings. Interns receive an individualized work plan, ongoing performance feedback, competitive compensation, and mentorship from a Weyerhaeuser sponsor. Relocation support is available for qualifying candidates, and interns may be considered for future internships or full-time employment upon graduation.
Weyerhaeuser is hiring a Forestry Intern for its Northern Timberlands operation in Lewisburg, West Virginia. This paid, full-time Summer 2026 internship provides hands-on experience supporting professional foresters in areas such as forest measurements, GIS, silviculture, harvest and haul operations, operational planning, and road development. The internship is designed for students pursuing Forestry or a related natural resources field and offers exposure to a wide range of operational forestry activities in both field and office settings. Interns receive an individualized work plan, ongoing performance feedback, competitive compensation, and mentorship from a Weyerhaeuser sponsor. Relocation support is available for qualifying candidates, and interns may be considered for future internships or full-time employment upon graduation.
Avian Care and Research Intern - Morgantown, WV | Internship | Avian Conservation
Center of Appalachia
The ACCA Avian Care and Research Internship provides hands-on experience in
wildlife conservation, focusing on bird care, field research, and lab work.
Interns assist with nest monitoring, banding, data collection, GIS analysis,
and postmortem studies while collaborating with staff, veterinarians, and
volunteers. This summer internship is ideal for undergraduates in Wildlife,
Natural Resources, Environmental Science, Animal Science, or Pre-Veterinary
programs seeking practical skills in avian research and conservation.
Deadline to apply: 4/30/2026
Deadline to apply: 4/30/2026
Avian Care & Education Intern
- Morgantown, WV | Internship | Avian Conservation Center of Appalachia
The ACCA Avian Care & Education Internship offers hands‑on experience caring for non‑releasable ambassador birds and contributing to public education about bird conservation. Interns help with bird husbandry (feeding, cleaning, perches, beak/talon care), enclosure maintenance, and assist educators with on-site and off-site presentations. This program is well suited for students interested in animal training, captive bird care, environmental education, or wildlife conservation.
The ACCA Avian Care & Education Internship offers hands‑on experience caring for non‑releasable ambassador birds and contributing to public education about bird conservation. Interns help with bird husbandry (feeding, cleaning, perches, beak/talon care), enclosure maintenance, and assist educators with on-site and off-site presentations. This program is well suited for students interested in animal training, captive bird care, environmental education, or wildlife conservation.
Deadline to apply: 4/30/2026
Arborist Trainee Internship - Pittsburgh, PA | Internship | The Davey
Tree Expert Company
Join Davey Tree as an Arborist Trainee Intern to get field‑based, hands‑on experience in tree care and landscape maintenance. Working alongside experienced arborists and plant‑health technicians, you’ll assist in tree pruning, removal, cabling/bracing, landscape installation, and plant‑health tasks such as root fertilization and pest/disease management. Interns also learn to safely operate equipment (chainsaws, chippers, etc.), gain exposure to client service and business operations, and build fundamental skills for a career in urban forestry or arboriculture.
Join Davey Tree as an Arborist Trainee Intern to get field‑based, hands‑on experience in tree care and landscape maintenance. Working alongside experienced arborists and plant‑health technicians, you’ll assist in tree pruning, removal, cabling/bracing, landscape installation, and plant‑health tasks such as root fertilization and pest/disease management. Interns also learn to safely operate equipment (chainsaws, chippers, etc.), gain exposure to client service and business operations, and build fundamental skills for a career in urban forestry or arboriculture.
Deadline to apply: N/A
2026 Parks & Recreation Local Government Summer Intern - Columbus, OH
| Internship | MORPC
This paid summer internship offers undergraduate and graduate students hands-on experience in parks, recreation, and natural resource management with local governments in Central Ohio. Interns work on projects such as GIS mapping, asset management, stream health analyses, tree inventories, public outreach, and grant research. The program includes mentorship, professional development, and exposure to regional planning operations, preparing students for careers in public service and parks and recreation management.
This paid summer internship offers undergraduate and graduate students hands-on experience in parks, recreation, and natural resource management with local governments in Central Ohio. Interns work on projects such as GIS mapping, asset management, stream health analyses, tree inventories, public outreach, and grant research. The program includes mentorship, professional development, and exposure to regional planning operations, preparing students for careers in public service and parks and recreation management.
Deadline to apply: N/A
Wildland Fire Academy Fuels Team Member - Summersville, WV, Mount Pleasant,
PA, etc. | Full-Time (Seasonal) | U.S. Forest Service
This entry-level conservation and fire-management role immerses participants
in fuels reduction and wildfire mitigation projects on U.S. Forest Service
lands across the western United States. As part of a small, crew-based team,
you’ll receive intensive training in wildland fire fundamentals, chainsaw
operations, and wilderness safety before supporting fuels reduction, restoration,
and related field projects. The position emphasizes teamwork, physical outdoor
work, and living in shared, remote settings — ideal for individuals seeking
hands-on experience in wildfire management, forestry, and conservation. Program
Dates: May 4, 2026 – October 23, 2026.
Deadline to apply: 2/20/2026
Outdoor Education Teacher / Naturalist - Worton, MD | Full-Time |
Echo Hill Outdoor School
This immersive outdoor education role with Echo Hill Outdoor School engages
students in hands-on, experiential learning across the Chesapeake Bay region.
You’ll teach ecology, outdoor skills, environmental science, and group development
classes while living and working in a residential camp setting. Responsibilities
include leading field-based lessons, supervising students outside the classroom,
and supporting their social and personal growth. This position is ideal for
individuals passionate about environmental education, youth development,
and experiential learning in natural settings.
Deadline to apply: 8/3/2026
Registered Field Technician - Leesburg, VA | Full-Time | NoVA Deer Shield
The Registered Field Technician at NoVA Deer Shield is a full-time, onsite
role focused on providing environmentally responsible deer, tick, and mosquito
control services across Northern Virginia. Technicians apply treatments,
inspect properties, communicate with customers, and manage daily service
routes using company tools and vehicles. This hands-on outdoor position emphasizes
reliability, customer service, safety, and quality work, with paid training
and licensing support available.
Deadline to apply: N/A
Apply by emailing info@novadeershield.com
Shooting Sports and Wildlife Instructor/Counselor – Camp Bob Cooper, Summerton,
SC | Internship | Clemson University Youth Learning Institute
The Shooting Sports and Wildlife Instructor/Counselor supports Clemson University’s
Youth Learning Institute by teaching wildlife ecology, hunting and fishing
techniques, outdoor survival skills, and shooting sports (shotgun, rifle,
archery) at Camp Bob Cooper on Lake Marion. Instructors receive professional
training and certification, lead daily classes and camp activities, supervise
campers, and participate fully in camp life, including evening programs and
overnight counselor duties. The role emphasizes youth mentorship, hands-on
outdoor education, teamwork, and leadership development in a residential
camp setting.
Deadline to apply: 3/1/26
Apply: Send resume and three professional references to Megan Griffith at mg5@clemson.edu
Seasonal Plant Protection Aid – Morgantown, WV | Seasonal | USDA-APHIS-PPQ
The Seasonal Plant Protection Aid supports the USDA Animal and Plant Health
Inspection Service, Plant Protection and Quarantine program by assisting
with plant health safeguarding and pest survey efforts across West Virginia.
Under the supervision of Plant Health Safeguarding or Pest Survey Specialists,
the role involves placing and monitoring insect traps, collecting and recording
survey data, conducting public outreach on exotic pests, and assisting with
herbicide and pesticide applications for the Spotted Lanternfly suppression
program. This position emphasizes fieldwork, data collection, and public
education while working outdoors in varying conditions.
Deadline to apply: 3/1/26
Apply: Send resume to USDA-APHIS-PPQ, 180 Canfield Dr., Morgantown, WV, or
email Rachel.A.Braud@usda.gov