Focused Indigenous Restoration Environmental Stewardship (F.I.R.E.S.)

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Paid Summer Conservation Jobs for Young Adults

Focused Indigenous Restoration Environmental Stewardship (F.I.R.E.S.) program offers young adults the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in wildfire mitigation, forest restoration, and environmental stewardship while earning a stipend and education award.

Through this paid summer program with Mile High Youth Corps, participants work outdoors protecting forests, learning land management techniques, and developing valuable skills for careers in conservation, forestry, wildfire prevention, and natural resource management.

Crew members train alongside experienced Tribal members and conservation professionals while helping improve forest health and reduce wildfire risk. 

Apply today through Mile High Youth Corps

Program Details

  • Dates: June 1 – August 7
  • Eligibility: Ages 18–24
  • Experience Required: None
  • Location: Colorado conservation and forestry project sites

Why Join?

Participants gain real-world experience and professional training in:

  • Wildfire mitigation and prevention
  • Forest restoration and land stewardship
  • Chainsaw safety and operation
  • Wildland firefighter certifications
  • Teamwork, leadership, and outdoor job skills

No prior experience is required. This program is ideal for young adults interested in environmental careers, conservation jobs, forestry work, or wildfire management

Program Benefits

  • $1,160 biweekly stipend
  • $1,565.08 education scholarship upon successful completion
  • Transportation provided to project sites
  • Industry-recognized certifications
  • Hands-on training in wildfire prevention and forest stewardship
  • Opportunity to work outdoors and make a positive environmental impact