RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) and Virginia State Parks have launched the Ranger Conservation Corps, a new internship program.

Announced on Thursday, Nov. 6, the Ranger Conservation Corps internship is reportedly designed to create career pathways in outdoor recreation and conservation while strengthening park operations throughout Virginia.

The internship program combines elements of past programs, such as the Virginia Service and Conservation Corps and the Park Ranger Career Development Program.

Ranger Conservation Corps also provides hands-on, immersive training for interns across a wide range of park operations, offering multiple career-track options.

College students, recent graduates, young professionals and others who are loo

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