1) San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge Admin Building And Visitor Center - 6801 County Rd 306, Brazoria, TX 77422

Participants will assist U.S. Fish and Wildlife (USFW) efforts to monitor orphaned & active oil & gas infrastructure, engage in habitat restoration, trail maintenance, & assist with other land management needs at the host site, including some opportunities in visitor education & engagement.

This is a great opportunity for those interested in careers in environmental mitigation & restoration, and those looking to learn about federal employment!

2) Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center – 6465 Refuge Rd, Sherman, TX 75092

Participant will assist U.S. Fish and Wildlife (USFW) efforts to monitor active oil & gas infrastructure, engage in impact mitigation, & assist with other land management needs at the host site, including visitor outreach & engagement.

This is a great opportunity for those interested in careers in land management, and those looking to learn about federal employment!

APPLICATIONS DUE: ASAP! Priority due date is before September 4, 2026 by 11:59pm CST

COMPENSATION (Monthly Living Allowance):

• $2,720 per month ($1,360 biweekly)

AMERICORPS TERM LENGTHS

• October 2026 - June 2027
• 1200 hour term (~8-9 months)

BENEFITS

• Monthly Living Allowance: to cover basic expenses during your service term
• Medical Health Insurance: Provided at no cost to participants by The Corps Network (TCN), eligible members can opt-in OR opt-out
• Personal and Professional Growth
• Technical and Fundamental skills training
• Support Services: Needs-based Support Services are offered for participants that need assistance with transportation, food, vital documents, bills, and other financial needs.
• Gear and Boot Assistance for qualified purchases.
• Segal AmeriCorps Education Award: money for qualified student loans, higher education and training programs
• Student Loan Forbearance: For eligible student loans, temporarily postpone payments during your term of service.
• Opportunity to network and build connections with partnering agencies: Including US Forest Service, Texas Forest Service, Texas Parks and Wildlife, National Park Service, City of Austin, and more!
• Public Land Corps (PLC) Non-Competitive Hiring Eligibility status for jobs on Federal Lands
• Industry-Recognized Certifications and Trainings: depend on crew type and availability, and are not guaranteed during a term of service. Some that are frequently offered are the American Red Cross Adult First Aid/CPR/AED Certification and more!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Frequently required to walk and hike over long distances while carrying tools
• Ability to operate tools
• Heavy lifting, bending, and carrying up to 35-50* pounds (*depending on crew type)
• Walking and working on steep or uneven terrain
• Ability to work long days in adverse weather conditions
• Depending on crew type, ability to hitch, camp, and travel throughout the duration of an entire AmeriCorps term

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED, Bachelor's Degree in conservation biology or related field
• Ages 21+
• US Citizenship or lawful permanent US Resident
• Ability to pass a National Service Criminal History Check (NSCHC)
• View more qualifications on our website by clicking here!

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather types while doing demanding labor with hand and power tools
• Function as part of a team with the ability to get along with members of all backgrounds and experience levels
• Strong service ethic and commitment to completing an entire term of service with a desire to serve the community and the environment
• Adaptability and flexibility with project tasks during service hours
• Desire to learn, grow and problem-solve
• Additional Preferred Experience and Qualifications:
  • Desire to explore your leaderships style and develop leadership skills
  • Good problem solving and logistical skills
  • Collaborative Leadership and Facilitation skills
  • Willingness to engage in hard conversations and mediate conflict
  • Prior Conservation Corps and/or AmeriCorps experience with successful completion of term