Come exploreThe Minneapolis Fire and Emergency Services Explorer program students learn what it is like to be a Firefighter/EMT. It includes:
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Fire Explorers
We provide youth an opportunity to explore a career in the fire and emergency service fields. This training is hands-on.
Hands-on trainingYou will do exercises alongside Firefighter/EMTs. You will participate in:
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Application process
How it works
- Attend an informational session
- Meet the applicant requirements
- Complete and submit your application
- Receive notification of your acceptance
- Attend, in person, all classes
Applicant requirements
Interested applicants must meet all of these requirements:
- Applicants should be between the ages of 14 and under the age of 21
- Graduated from 8th grade
- Be authorized to work in the United States
Attend an open house for more information
Class dates and times
- Classes are held the 1st Saturday and 3rd Wednesday of every month
- Classes meet at the Minneapolis Emergency Operations Training Facility
Ways to show your interest
- Attend an information session
Staff will help you complete the application during the information session - Complete the online interest form
- Contact the Fire Explorers staff
Upcoming open houses
Fire Station 14
Attendance type: In person
Date
Saturday, June 1, 2024
Time of event
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location
2002 Lowry Ave N
Minneapolis, MN 55411
Fire Station 17
Attendance type: In person
Date
Saturday, June 8, 2024
Time of event
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location
330 38th St E
Minneapolis, MN 55409
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Contact us
Emergency Management
Phone
Address
25 37th Ave. NEMinneapolis, MN 55421