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Forest Service 2026 Seasonal Jobs – Apply starting February 20

Positions open February 20, 2026, at USAJOBS. 

Join the Forest Service for the 2026 recreation season. We’re hiring up to 2,000 seasonal employees nationwide in recreation, natural resources, visitor services, and more. Build skills, gain experience, and explore careers in public land management. 

Prep your resume now and visit our seasonal summer hiring page for more tips on getting your resume ready and more. 

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Do you want help with your resume, applying, career advice, or have other questions? 

For questions about career opportunities and applications call 1-877-372-7248 (select option 2 and follow prompts). We’re open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mountain Time and closed on all Federal holidays.

To determine if you qualify for jobs and grades, please visit OPM's Basic Requirements.

Find more at the Forest Service Careers webpage.

Last updated February 24, 2026

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