ᏂᎬᏩᏍᏓ ᏓᏓᏁᏜᏅ ᏗᎦᏘᏯ ᏧᏂᎸᏫᏍᏓᏁᏗᎢ

Secretary of Natural Resources Office

ᎤᎦᏎᏍᏗᏕᎩ ᎤᏂᎦᏙᎲᏒ ᎤᎾᏙᏢᏒᎢ

Conservation Internship Program

Empowering Cherokee Students in Conservation and Natural Resource Management. 
The Conservation Internship Program is a collaborative initiative between Cherokee Nation Secretary of Natural Resources Office and the Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service. This program provides Cherokee students with valuable, hands-on experience in conservation, natural resources, and environmental stewardship. Through practical internships, students are empowered to build essential skills, develop career pathways, and contribute to conservation efforts that uphold the well-being of our land, culture, and community.

Eligibility Requirements 

The Conservation Internship Program is open to Cherokee Nation citizens who:

  • are 18 years of age or older.
  • hold a high school diploma/GED and/or are enrolled in or have recently graduated from college. 
  • show interest in conservation, agriculture, environmental sciences, or related fields. 
  • are committed to making a positive impact on the land, resources, and community.

For any questions regarding the application process or eligibility requirements, please email the Conservation Internship Program at conservationinternship@cherokee.org

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