Are you a veteran interested in meaningful outdoor work? There are multiple Veterans Conservation Corps paid internship positions available with the Thurston Conservation District!

This position will work on a 4-person field crew under the supervision of the Thurston Conservation District Habitat Team. The crew will work on meaningful habitat restoration projects in rural areas within Thurston County to serve their community by improving water quality, enhancing wildlife habitat, and prevent the spread of invasive weeds. The crew will work on public and private properties such as farms and conservation lands, to achieve individual, local and regional resource conservation and restoration goals in Thurston County. Field work activities will include planting native trees and shrubs along rivers and streams, controlling or removing invasive vegetation, implementing erosion control techniques, and participating in salmon recovery projects.

• Position description and qualifications

To apply for this internship: Email a copy of your DD214 and driver license, a resume, and a cover letter explaining your interest in this internship to:

Kim Pham
Veterans Conservation Corps Program Specialist
kim@dva.wa.gov