03/05/2026
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ACE VISITOR SERVICES, EDUCATION & OUTREACH MEMBER
Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge – Chatham, MA
Northeast Canyons & Seamounts Marine National Monument
42‑Week Commitment • Housing Provided
JOIN US ON THE EDGE OF LAND & SEA
Spend a season serving with U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service and ACE to help visitors experience two incredible protected areas — the windswept coastlines of Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge and the deep‑sea wonders of the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
• Welcome and assist the public at the USFWS Visitor Center in Chatham
• Recruit and support volunteers for maintenance, education, and outreach
• Work alongside of Monomoy and other community and Tribal partners
• Help create educational materials and social media content
• Assist with planning community and outreach events
HOUSING PROVIDED
On‑site shared housing is included for the full 42‑week term.
ABOUT THE LOCATIONS
Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge
Barrier beaches, tidal flats, and salt‑marsh habitats supporting migratory birds, seals, and diverse coastal wildlife.
Website: https://www.fws.gov/refuge/monomoy
Northeast Canyons & Seamounts Marine National Monument
The first U.S. Atlantic marine national monument—protecting deep‑sea canyons, seamounts, corals, and unique ocean ecosystems.
Website: https://www.fws.gov/monument/northeast-canyons-seamounts
WHAT YOU’LL GAIN
• Hands‑on experience in visitor services, education, and outreach
• Training and mentorship from U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service staff
• Communication, event‑coordination, and public‑engagement skills
• A meaningful conservation service experience in a spectacular coastal environment
HOW TO APPLY
Submit your application through the ACE EPIC–FWS portal:
https://usaconservation.org
Learn more about our conservation corps and ways we make an impact by providing environmental service opportunities.
