Tips for Entry
Participate in the International Association of Wildland Fire’s mentorship program to obtain career guidance and make networking contacts. Women in Fire also offers a mentorship program.
Check out the Wildfire Today blog (https://wildfiretoday.com) for industry news.
Be willing to relocate. It may open more opportunities.
Visit the following Web sites for job listings:
- https://www.nps.gov/subjects/fire/working-in-wildland-fire.htm
- https://www.nifc.gov/careers/blm-fire-job
- https://www.firejobs.doi.gov
- https://www.fs.usda.gov/working-with-us/careers/fire
- https://www.womeninfire.org/fireserviceboard
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