INTERNSHIP APPLICATION

RESOURCE ASSISTANT PROGRAM

Join the Future Workforce

Resource Assistants help the Forest Service accomplish mission-critical work as they work to attract and retain a diverse and inclusive workforce. The Resource Assistant's Program is designed for emerging professionals to launch their natural and cultural resources careers.  RA's will receive hands-on learning experience, mentorship, coaching to complete mission-critical work while developing leadership, critical thinking, and strategic communication skills. MANRRS is proud to offer undergraduate and graduate students amazing internship opportunities that support our mission!

Who Can Be a Resource Assistant?

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents over 17 years old. Preference is given to individuals enrolled in institutions of higher education, especially minority-serving institutions.

Benefits

  • Practical, on-the-job experience in natural and cultural resource management careers 
  • Coaching and mentoring by Forest Service staff and partners
  • Weekly stipend; housing, travel, and training allowances; and optional health care

  • Networking access to career opportunities with Forest Service units

  • Eligibility for the RAP Direct Hire and Noncompetitive Hiring Eligibility authorities for 2 years after successful completion of the program

Job Descriptions

Click the job title to view the full job announcement and position details. Positions are 32 weeks beginning July 2024 through February 2025 depending upon start date.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Additionally, all positions are a 1099 position. Persons paid on a 1099 basis are independent contractors and are self-employed. Independent contractors are required to pay all self-employment taxes (Social Security & Medicare) as well as income tax. Independent contractors generally do not receive any type of employment benefits from the client.

For more information, please refer to www.irs.gov or talk with a tax professional.

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