Application Instructions
This application will take 30-45 minutes to complete. Be prepared to complete the entire application in one sitting. There is not an option to save your progress and return at a later date. To complete this application, you will need:

A valid email address
Names and email addresses for one reference

PLEASE NOTE: References cannot be family or friends. They can be counselors, coaches, teachers, supervisors, etc. The reference form will be sent to the email addresses you provide for your references. You will also receive the form in your email after applying. If you do not have your references' email addresses or prefer to send them the link yourself, you can do so. You are responsible for ensuring your references receive all reference information.

Worksite Locations
Be prepared to select the park locations where you would like to be considered to work. Final worksite locations will be communicated by early fall. Tentative worksite locations are as follows:

Note: maps link to the general park area, exact meeting location will be communicated before the first day

Saint Paul	Dakota County	Minneapolis	Ramsey County
El Rio Vista	Inver Glen Library	North Commons	North St. Paul
Hazel	Wentworth Library	Powderhorn	Roseville/Shoreview
North Dale
Phalen
West Minnehaha

Short Answer Questions
During the application, you will be asked to answer the following questions. Please take time to prepare your answers in advance. We recommend you save your answers in a separate document in case of internet/browser errors.

Would this be your first job? If not, where have you worked before?
What do you know about the Youth Outdoors job program? Why do you want to work for Youth Outdoors?
List two of your strengths and two skills you would like to work on.
The Youth Outdoors program requires learning about the environment and natural resources. What would you like to learn about, and why?
Joining the Conservation Corps means making a commitment to finish what you start, and being able to honor that commitment. Describe a time you kept your word, even though it was really difficult.
Describe a time you did more than what was asked of you.
Have you ever worked as part of a team before? Did you have a good experience? Why or why not? What unique perspective will you bring to the Conservation Corps? (Examples could include your life experiences, special interests, culture, skills, etc.)

Special Circumstances
If you have special circumstances and cannot fill out an online application, please contact a youth program staff member for a paper or electronic application. Staff can be reached by email at nick.cox@conservationcorps.org or cesario.velasco@conservationcorps.org