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Curious to know what it’s like to be on an ACE crew or work as an EPIC emerging professional with a partner agency? Check out our ACE produced video series such as #IamACE, Corps to Career and Leaders in Conservation and more in our youtube video library. #getinspired.
Fully-Equipped, Self-Sufficient Teams
A Reflection by ACE Member Kelsey Rivera
“After finishing, I’ll reflect on the best times I’ve had working at El Yunque National Forest. There are plenty of hard days here, but the most gratifying parts are the days working as a team with some of the best people and work environment I’ve had the privilege to be a part of.â€
Stories From the Field
Discover the real-world experiences of our members, explore our recent projects, and see the tangible impact of our partnerships across the country.
ACE Clears the Way on the Great Western Trail
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Field Work and Impact: Insights from an ACE EPIC Alum
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Is It a Weird Year for That?! Hydrology Technician Shares the Answer
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Passion for the outdoors? Join us to gain hands-on experience and connect with a community that supports public lands. A few examples on our website ⬇ï¸
Fish Culture Member – Abernathy Fish Technology Center
📠Longview, WA
🔎 Support fish hatchery operations and more | October 2026 Start
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply
Maintenance Support Member – National Elk Refuge
📠Jackson, WY
🔎 Help keep refuge facilities and grounds safe, and welcoming for visitors | Housing Included | October 2026 Start
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply
Invasive Plant Control & Fuel Reduction Members – CO Front Range FWS Complex
📠Commerce City, CO
🔎 Remove non-native grasses, thin fuels | October 2026 Start
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply
Visitor Services Support Member – Huron Wetland Mgmt
📠Wolsey, SD
🔎 Help to set up new office for visitors, support display installation & more | October 2026 Start (flexible)
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply
Gardening Member – Jimmy Carter National Historic Park
📠Plains, GA
🔎 Assist with garden maintenance and design | Start as soon as possible 2026
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply
Backcountry Assistant Team Leader Crew Member – ACE PWC Crew
📠Palm Springs, CA
🔎 Gain valuable experience and mentorship while supporting crews | October 2026 Start
🔗 Comment CREW to get the link to apply
Traditional Trades (TTAP) – Sleeping Bear Dues National Seashore
📠Empire, MI
🔎 Gain experience helping to maintain the park’s vehicles, equipment, and small engines | Housing Included | October 2026 Start
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply
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Ava, a public speaking star 🌟
As an Interpretation Member with ACE EPIC at the John Muir National Historic Site, Ava leads tours, builds visitor programs, and works alongside NPS rangers, but the growth that`s stuck with her most is public speaking.
"I entered this internship feeling almost `timid` interacting with the public. Now I`m giving thirty to forty minute tours, and I`m so much more confident."
Read her full story through our blog 🔗 in bio!
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What a term with ACE looks like:
🌲 Protect natural and cultural resources across the country
ðŸœï¸ Work at iconic public lands, from national parks to wildlife refuges
â›°ï¸ Network with federal agencies and explore real conservation career paths
🤠Build lifelong friendships, skills, and community
Apply now—comment APPLY for the 🔗.
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Build skills and take steps towards a career in conservation with ACE. New roles on our website ⬇ï¸
âBiology Support Member – Caribbean Ecological Services â
📠San Juan, Puerto Rico
🔎 Private lands habitat restoration, landowner technical assistance, Farm Bill conservation programs, and wildlife certification | September 2026 Start
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply
Biology Support Member – Alligator River and Pea Island National Wildlife Refuges
📠Manteo, North Carolina
🔎 Shorebird and colonial waterbird monitoring, sea turtle surveys, T&E species monitoring, and water level management | Housing Included | September 2026 Start
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply
Invasive Species Strike Team – Trinity River NWR
📠Liberty, Texas
🔎 Invasive plant and ant species control, aquatic habitat monitoring, wildlife surveys, and biocontrol research | Housing Included | August 2026 Start
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply
Wildlife Biology Member – San Andres NWR
📠Las Cruces, New Mexico
🔎 Remote camera array setup, wildlife image classification, big game population surveys, and GPS field navigation | October 2026 Start
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply
Biological Science Support Member – Cape May National Wildlife Refuge
📠Middle Township, New Jersey
🔎 Biological data management, GIS mapping, wildlife survey archiving, and habitat monitoring | Housing Included | October/November 2026 Start
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply
Visitor Services and Outreach Member – Rhode Island National Wildlife Refuge Complex
📠Charlestown, Rhode Island
🔎 Hunting and fishing program support, guided nature programs, archery outreach, and public engagement | Housing Included | September 2026 Start
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply
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Christina`s a few months into her 5-month term as an ACE EPIC / USFWS National Visitor Survey Field Team Member. The recap so far:
🡠Lived in 5 different New England coastal states
🦅 Spotted eaglets, herons, warblers, salamanders, and one bobcat
🤠Met USFWS staff at refuge after refuge
🌱 Learned just how many paths there are into a conservation career
"This job has shown me what a career in conservation could be like and how I can satisfy my desire to both engage with people and protect natural spaces."
Read her full story through our blog 🔗 in bio!
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It’s just easier if I show you ma 🪨
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Check out these new conservation corp roles on our website ⬇ï¸
â Gulf Islands Conservation Crew Member – Pensacola (Florida Locals Only) â
📠Pensacola, Florida
🔎 Join a Conservation Crew | Housing Not Included, Must Be Local with Own Housing and Transportation
🔗 Comment CREW to get the link to apply
Wildlife Biology Member – San Andres National Wildlife Refuge
📠Las Cruces, New Mexico
🔎 Remote camera array setup, wildlife image classification, big game population surveys, and GPS field navigation | October 2026 Start
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply
Biological Science Support Member – Cape May National Wildlife Refuge
📠Middle Township, New Jersey
🔎 Biological data management, GIS mapping, wildlife survey archiving, and habitat monitoring | Housing Included | October/November 2026 Start
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply
Visitor Services and Outreach Member – Rhode Island National Wildlife Refuge Complex
📠Charlestown, Rhode Island
🔎 Hunting and fishing program support, guided nature programs, archery outreach, and public engagement | Housing Included | September 2026 Start
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply
Habitat Restoration Fellows – Kern National Wildlife Refuge Complex
📠Delano, California
🔎 Invasive plant removal, GPS documentation, and endangered species surveys | September 2026 Start
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply
Education Member – Redwood National & State Parks
📠Crescent City, California
🔎 Visitor center staffing, roving interpretation, guided hikes, and educational program development in old-growth redwood forest | ASAP Start
🔗 Comment EPIC to get the link to apply
#Conservation #Outdoors #PublicLands #Nature #ConservationCorps
Last week, Kylie Newland joined us to talk about their role as a Cultural Resources Digital Data and Multimedia Collections Member with California State Parks, and gave us a look into the world of repatriation work happening across the state.
A great reminder that conservation isn`t just habitat and trail work. It`s also protecting the history and cultural heritage tied to these lands.
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