Conservation Jobs Corps

Hands-on Conservation, Professional Development, Paid Summer Experience

Watersong’s Conservation Job Corps is a paid summer program designed to inspire the next generation of environmental leaders. Each June, we welcome 10 high school students to join the team for a month-long deep dive into conservation, ecology, and land management—all while gaining valuable work experience, building a professional network, and earning a paycheck.

Job Corps Interns Can Expect To

  • Gain extensive training in conservation, ecology, and land management.

  • Take part in professional development sessions on presentation skills, research, and higher education pathways.

  • Go on a week-long field trip to natural areas, research stations, and conservation projects.

  • Work side by side with Watersong staff, contributing to real-world habitat management efforts.

Who Can Apply

Applications are open to students from:

  • Midland High School

  • Legacy High School

  • Early College High School at Midland College

  • Young Women’s Leadership Academy

  • Odessa High School

  • Permian High School

*Must be 16-18 years old at the time of the program.

How to Apply

Applications are open from February 1st - March 31st each year.

  1. Visit site when application period is active

  2. Fill out the online application form

  3. Submit all required materials before the deadline

  4. Selected students will be notified in April

Apply Here

Applications are open from February 1st - March 31st each year.