How to Apply
Summer 2026 applications open:
Apply by Sunday, February 15!
We welcome aspiring professionals to apply and we invite the full participation of individuals currently exploring STEM and public land management career fields.
Positions will close after receiving 60 applicants so apply early!
Before you apply
1. Browse available positions
Take a look at positions that interest you!
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Ensure you are available for the full number of weeks listed in the description. Check start & end dates are a good match.
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You may apply for up to five positions per season.
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Positions close once they receive 60 applications, so apply early!
2. Collect application materials
Prepare key items before you start applying:
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Current resume
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Recent school transcript (unofficial is OK)
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2–3 references (name, email, phone number; choose people who who could speak strongly on your behalf, if contacted)
3. Review timelines
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Applications open: January 19, 2026
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Deadline to apply: February 15, 2026 (11:59 p.m. ET)
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Position start dates: May–September 2026
Double click the image to the left and use the arrows to view application timelines for the summer and winter seasons.
Please note the updated timelines differ from our typical winter cycle, which usually runs from May through mid-June.
4. Learn more about the program
If you missed our recent winter Discovery Session, you can still learn from past participants about the application process and career impacts:
📅 Date: Wednesday August 27, 2025
🕒 Time: 9–10:30 AM PT / 12–1:30 PM ET
🔗 View Recording
Slides
5. Preview application questions
The application will ask you to respond to application questions, including five short-answer questions designed to highlight your interests and experience. You’ll answer the same set of questions for each position. Check out these questions and other information in this worksheet.