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Resource Assistants Internship Program

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The Forest Service Resource Assistants Program is a rigorous and immersive, paid internship for individuals who are interested in conservation, natural and cultural resources, environmental management, research and development, or other career opportunities with land management agencies. The program emphasizes the engagement of current students, recent graduates, and underrepresented populations…
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Communications Careers

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Whatever your career interests may be, you can most likely work in that field in your community as a Forest Service employee. Below are just some of our most popular communication career fields.Public AffairsLegislative AffairsScience Writing and Technical EditingWeb ManagementSocial MediaGraphic…
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On the Move: March 12, 2025

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Chris French accepted the position of acting associate chief of the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service. French currently serves as deputy chief for the National Forest System.Jacqueline Emanuel accepted the position of acting deputy chief for the National Forest System. Emanuel…
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On the Move: Jan. 13, 2025

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Chris Bielecki accepted the position of forest supervisor for the Modoc National Forest in the Pacific Southwest Region (R5). Bielecki currently serves as the supervisory civil engineer on the forest.Scott Bingham accepted the position of Recreation, Heritage and Wilderness Resources director…
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On the Move: Jan. 6, 2025

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Ryan Sutherland accepted the position of director of Communications and Engagement for the Southwestern Region (R3). Sutherland currently serves as a public affairs specialist in the Intermountain Region (R4).Content for On the Move is provided by Human Resources Management. If you have…
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Making the cut

Two people holding a five-foot metal crosscut saw with handles on the end, cutting a small diameter dead and downed tree wearing hard hats, glasses, and gloves.
The Stanley Workshop located in Stanley, Idaho in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area is an example of a partner-led training within the Saw Program. It is an opportunity for new sawyers from partner organizations to become certified in both crosscut and chainsaw, and for existing sawyers to get recertified to maintain their qualifications. (USDA Forest Service video by Sabrina Kohrt)A rip of a…
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