Job Opportunities

Intro

  • The Michigan DNR is passionate about the outdoors, wildlife, conservation, history and outdoor recreation. We are a family of passionate people who work together to connect people to the natural world and support conservation in Michigan.

    Join a team of enthusiastic, nature-minded folks with a love for the outdoors, a commitment to service and a shared excitement for the future.

Current Openings

Current job openings

Seasonal and Temporary Positions

  • seasonal jobs posterSeasonal park workers

    Looking for a summer job with flexible hours in the great outdoors? Apply to become a seasonal park worker at one of the Michigan state parks, harbors or boating access sites.

  • Student Internships

    The Michigan departments of Natural Resources and Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy have created a formalized student internship program. This program provides a window through which to view potential careers, as well as insight into the workings of state government through meaningful work experience. These internship opportunities can be for associates, bachelors, masters or doctorate students.

  • Shooting range positions

    Shooting range employees assist with range operations, facility maintenance, construction, operating small to heavy equipment and machinery, health and safety programming, emergency response, report preparation, record maintenance and special project coordination.

  • Piping plover monitor seasonal positions PDF icon
  • Michigan Civilian Conservation Corps / AmeriCorps positions
  • State Park Explorer Specialist

    Explorer specialists serve as regional program coordinators for the DNR’s State Park Explorer Program, a summer interpretive-education program, offered in more than 40 of Michigan state parks.

  • State Park Explorer Guides

    Work for the State Park Explorer Program and share your love of the outdoors with others!

Law Enforcement - Become a CO

LED officers

  • The hiring and training process has several steps, including a written examination, application, physical fitness test, pre-screening interview, in-depth background investigation, final interview, and a psychological assessment and medical evaluation. Learn about the duties and the hiring process for DNR Conservation Officers

  • Become a Conservation Officer »

Potential Position Information

Benefits and Potential Job Opportunities

Working for the State of Michigan comes with some great benefits. See the potential benefits and job opportunities that await when you decide to pursue a career or seasonal job with us!

4-Year Degree

2-Year Degree

Non-Degree