Summer Semester: June 1 to August 28, 2026 Flexible hours with on-site and remote work location options.
Office location: University of Minnesota Forest Resources Department, 2005 Upper Buford Circle, Green Hall, St. Paul, MN 55108

The Minnesota Forest Resources Council (https://mn.gov/frc/) is seeking a part-time student worker to assist with the development of policy information to support sustainable management and protection of forestlands in Minnesota.

Working closely with MFRC staff and Council members, the position will perform desktop research and analyses to understand the unique conditions, trends, challenges, opportunities, and benefits of family-owned forests. In addition, the position will gain first-hand operational experience by assisting MFRC with critical communication, programmatic, and administrative functions.

This is an excellent opportunity for students who are pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree to gain applied professional experience for a future career in forestry, natural resources policy and economics, or environmental advocacy. The successful candidate will have the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with diverse forest professionals and stakeholders.

Learn More & Apply: To learn more about this position contact Elizabeth Hutchison (elizabeth.hutchison@state.mn.us) or visit https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/search-for-jobs/ and search Job ID: 93562 for a detailed job description and to submit application materials.

MFRC is proud to operate within a culture of respect that provides a healthy, safe, and productive work environment for all employees. Our work is guided by the MFRC Chair and 16 Council members, each of whom represent an important forest stakeholder interest. Keeping family forests forested is an important MFRC policy priority.