Seasonal Summer Hiring
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The Forest Service is hiring up to 2,000 summer seasonal employees nationwide for the 2026 recreation season, supporting public access, visitor services, and stewardship of national forests and grasslands.
Available positions span a wide range of career fields, including recreation, natural resources, administrative support, and visitor services. Seasonal employment with the Forest Service offers individuals the opportunity to work outdoors, build transferable skills, and explore careers in public land management.
Job Opportunities
Application periods, qualifications, and start dates vary by position. Opportunities open on February 20, 2026 and close March 3, 2026. Applicants are encouraged to review job announcements carefully for deadlines and required materials.
The following job announcement links will be available on February 20th. The application window is now closed.
Forestry Aid (Recreation, Timber, Range) GS-03 $17.30 per hour
Forestry Technician (Recreation, Timber, Range) GS-04 $17.64 per hour
Forestry Technician (Recreation, Timber, Range) GS-05 $19.52 per hour
Forestry Technician (Recreation, Timber, Range) GS-06 $21.76 per hour
Forestry Technician (Recreation, Timber, Range) GS-07 $24.18 per hour
Forestry Technician (Recreation, Timber, Range) - Firearms Bearing GS-04 $19.72 per hour
Forestry Technician (Recreation, Timber, Range) - Firearms Bearing GS-05 $22.07 per hour
Forestry Technician (Recreation, Timber, Range) - Firearms Bearing GS-07 $27.34 per hour
The application window is now closed. Applicants must have applied on USAJOBS.gov between February 20, 2026 and March 3, 2026.
The USDA is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer