All Volunteer Positions
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Wildlife Monitor |
Various Preserves |
Background check required. Must be at least 18 years of age. Works on uneven terrain. Training required, usually in late winter/early spring. Commit to a full season (2-8 months, depending on species). |
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Restoration Workdays |
Various Preserves |
Find a workday here. Must be at least 10 years of age. Adult-accompanied children allowed with parental waiver. Certifications required for some activities, PPE required around tools. |
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Group Volunteer Projects |
Various Preserves |
These workdays are typically held during the week rather than weekends, and are ideal for corporate or business group outings. |
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River Steward |
Des Plaines River |
River Steward positions are currently full.
Must be at least 18 years of age. One season commitment required. Canoe experience desired.
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Gardener |
Bonner Farm
Independence Grove |
Bonner Farm Gardener positions are currently full.
Must be at least 18 years of age. Workdays at Independence Grove are Mondays and Thursdays, 9 am–noon |
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Native Seed Nursery |
Rollins Savanna |
Native Seed Nursery positions are currently full.
Must be at least 10 years of age. Adult-accompanied children allowed with parental waiver. |
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Collections and Archives |
Dunn Museum |
Collections and Archives positions are currently full.
Background check required. Must be at least 18 years old. |
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Nature Education |
Various Preserves |
Background check required. Must be 21+ years old. |
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Paddle Sports |
Various Preserves
(April–October) |
Paddle Sports positions are currently full.
Background check required. Must be 21+ years old. One season commitment required. |
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Winter Trail Patrol |
Various Preserves |
Must be 21+ years old. |
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Photographer |
Various Preserves |
Photographers positions are currently full.
Background check required. Must be at least 18 years old. Occasionally works on uneven terrain. |
For questions, please email our community engagement specialist at [email protected].