Conservation/recreation interns to provide outreach and ranger assistance, ST. Paul district, USACE.

The Department of the Army Corps of Engineers Engineering District St Paul awarded a $167,154.47 cooperative agreement to The Student Conservation Association, Inc. on May 15, 2026, under the Youth Conservation Services program (CFDA 12.010) to place conservation and recreation interns at St. Paul District projects through October 31, 2026 to provide outreach and ranger assistance.

SCA, a nonprofit headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, operates as a federal grant intermediary placing youth and young adult interns (typically aged 16–30) and veterans (up to age 35) in seasonal and multi-month conservation positions at federal facilities. Under this award, SCA provides intern recruitment, training, placement, and support services including stipends, transportation, housing, and mentorship to fulfill the St. Paul District's environmental stewardship responsibilities. Work performed includes habitat restoration, invasive species removal, trail maintenance, visitor services, environmental education, and facility maintenance at Corps projects.

Performance takes place across the United States. The award obligates $167,154.47 with a period of performance from May 15, 2026 through October 31, 2026. This is an assistance type classified as a cooperative agreement. SCA operates almost exclusively as a prime recipient on cooperative agreements and does not hold federal contracts.