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Learn more about Kankakee County SWCD careers, internships, events, grants, and how to keep up with the latest District news.

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Photo: Insect Survey by Emilie Watkins

Learn more about careers in conservation, and see if the Kankakee County SWCD or surrounding SWCDs are hiring!

Careers

Are you looking for experience within conservation, agriculture, and education? The Kankakee County SWCD periodically offers paid internship positions targeted to college students and recent grads.

We are currently looking for a 2023 intern.

Internships

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Photo: Field Work by Crystal Sauder

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Photo: Aerial Seeding Demo by Emilie Watkins

Learn more about local conservation-centric events for farmers, landowners, and the community.

Events

Explore local grants to fund your next conservation project! 

Grants focus on soil health and water quality, agriculture, habitat, and education. If you'd like to partner with the Kankakee County SWCD on a grant project, please connect with us!

Grants

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Photo: Pollinator Field by Emilie Watkins

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Photo: Honeybees by Emilie Watkins

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