(WSIL) -- If you're a high school or college student looking for real-world experience in natural resources, there are only a couple days left to apply for .
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is accepting applications for positions in four different departments: public relations, environmental stewardship, maintenance and visitor assistance.
Application packages must include a resume and transcript. Veterans will need to provide additional documentation.
"It's a great way to get that first job. It's the way that I got my first job with the Corps of Engineers and 38 years later, it's been a great career for me," said natural resource specialist Dawn Kovarik.
The deadline to is Thursday.
If you have questions, call the Rend Lake Project Office at 618-724-2493.