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Wildland Fire Apprentice Program
The Wildland Fire Apprentice Program is a national program designed to develop knowledge and basic skills necessary to work as a wildland firefighter.
There are no Wildland Fire Apprentice Program opportunities at this time. Please check back later.
Forest Service units may choose to fill Wildland Fire Apprentice positions in lieu of Senior Firefighter positions (Engine, Handcrew, Helitack). You are highly encouraged to reach out to the specific contact for each forest you are interested in for additional information on specific location and modules with vacant positions.
Tips for Applying:
If you are new to applying to a federal job or looking to refresh your knowledge, please review the information below on applying for a position and suggestions for resumes and documents to include.
- Visit the How-to Apply webpage for information on how to set up a profile in USAJOBS, helpful application tips and upcoming webinars.
- Visit the Recruitment Events webpage for upcoming informational webinars and other recruitment events.