National Park Service Expeditions

Join MCC for a volunteer opportunity in Glacier National Park or Yellowstone National Park!

This opportunity is for Montana teens ages 14 - 18. These sessions will be 9-days in length and offer an opportunity to participate in hands-on conservation projects, learn about national parks, meet new people, and gain valuable communication, leadership, and teamwork skills!

Applications are currently closed. If you’d like to be notified when positions are open, along with where these crews will be based, sign up at the button below!

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Earn a $100 service award upon successful completion of the service expedition.
Participants receive up to 64 service hours, which can be used for scholarship or college applications or community service hours. This experience can also look great on a resume!

Sessions for Yellowstone National Park will depart from Bozeman and Glacier National Park will depart from Kalispell. See the dates for each session below and a link for the application!

Application Process

Ready to apply? We've designed this process to be straightforward, ensuring we gather the necessary information to keep everyone safe and supported in the field. And, if you have any questions at any point in the application process or about the program, email us at youthprograms@mtcorps.org – we’re here to help!

Application Timeline

Rolling Basis: We accept applications on a rolling basis – early applications are encouraged!
Review Begins: The application review process will begin mid-March
Multiple Sessions: If you're interested in more than one session, please indicate all desired dates on your application. While we can't guarantee participation in multiple sessions, we do our best to accommodate when possible.

Application Requirements

The application is best completed by the teen applicant and a parent/guardian working together.
The Youth Program Release form included in the application MUST be signed by the parent/guardian. Applications missing this signature may result in the application not being received or a delay in processing.

Medical Review and Safety Process

Initial Review: Before an application is processed, the medical history section is reviewed by MCC staff.
Follow-Up Call: An MCC staff member may contact you to discuss medical, mental health, and/or medication information. This conversation is typically 15–20 minutes.
Additional Consultation: After the call, we may need to consult further with MCC’s Medical Advisor and/or Behavioral Health Consultant before a final decision is made.

This case-by-case review is essential. Our top priority is safety, and this process ensures we maintain a safe and supportive environment for every participant.