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Conservation Worker Program

Join the Team that Keeps Illinois Wild and Beautiful!

Looking for a job where your office is the great outdoors? The Illinois Department of Natural Resources’ Conservation Worker Program is your chance to spend the season making a real impact in our state parks and historic sites.

Every year, we hire hundreds of seasonal Conservation Workers to support the heart of our operations; maintaining trails, campgrounds, pavilions, and visitor areas during the busiest months for recreation, camping, and hunting. Whether it’s mowing grass, painting park structures, helping keep facilities clean, or assisting visitors at historic sites, your work helps ensure that everyone can enjoy safe, welcoming, and beautiful natural spaces across Illinois.

What You’ll Need:

  • A valid driver’s license
  • Must be 17 or older
  • Availability to work weekends

Ready to Apply?

Seasonal positions are posted regularly on the Work4Illinois job site. Simply search for “Conservation Worker” and select the site you’re most interested in.

Be part of the team that protects and preserves Illinois’ natural and cultural treasures. 

Your work will matter. Every single day.