National Forest Foundation Fellowship Opportunity: Wood For Life Partnership
National Forest Foundation Fellowship Opportunity: Wood For Life Partnership
2026 Conservation Connect Fellowship Opportunity
Each year the National Forest Foundation (NFF) hosts a small group of exceptional graduate
students pursuing advanced studies in conservation, natural resources management, and related
fields. The goal of the Conservation Connect Fellowship Program is to build experience,
knowledge, and skills within the next generation of collaborative and conservation leaders. To
learn more and apply, visit nationalforests.org/fellows.
• Must be enrolled in a graduate program during the ’26-27 academic year
• Fellows are paid $22.90/hour for up to 300 hours of work and training
• Fellowships start in May 2026 and end in April 2027; exact timeframes depend on
specific projects
• Application deadline is January 25, 2026