RECRUITMENT & RETENTION
The Fort Drum Regional Health Planning Organization’s EMS Program Agency is committed to strengthening the emergency medical services workforce. Recruitment and retention are at the core of that mission. Our region depends on dedicated EMS professionals – career and volunteer alike – who ensure rapid, high‑quality care when it matters most. This section outlines how we support agencies in building a resilient workforce, from expanding the pipeline of new providers to sustaining the people who already serve our communities.
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Paramedic Scholarship
Program
The Fort Drum Regional Health Planning Organization (FDRHPO) EMS Program Agency Paramedic Scholarship Program is designed to strengthen the EMS workforce within the North Country and Mountain Lakes Regions.
Scholarship Details and Application
The Fort Drum Regional Health Planning Organization (FDRHPO) Paramedic Scholarship Program provides financial assistance of up to $10,000 per recipient to support individuals pursuing initial Paramedic certification.
A total of four (4) scholarships will be awarded under this program:
• Two (2) scholarships for providers in the North Country Region (Jefferson, Lewis & St. Lawrence Counties)
• Two (2) scholarships for providers in the Mountain Lakes Region (Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Warren & Washington Counties)
The program is designed to strengthen the EMS workforce within the North Country and Mountain Lakes Regions by reducing financial barriers to advanced EMS education.
Scholarship funds may be applied exclusively to tuition costs associated with a New York State–approved Paramedic education program.
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Applications are NOW CLOSED. Recipients will be notified of the award decision by June 1, 2026.
EMS Internship Program
START YOUR JOURNEY HERE!
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Are emergency services right for you? Are you looking for the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and real-world exposure to the lifesaving work in your community?
Why Participate?
EMS professionals are critical to the health and safety of our communities. The EMS Internship Program is committed to helping develop the next generation of EMS leaders by providing meaningful experiences that inspire service, learning, and growth. Interns will be required to fulfill 8 to 12 hours of volunteered time.
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Experience Real EMS Operations
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Build Professional Skills
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Connect with Regional EMS Leaders
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Learn Beyond the Classroom
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Strengthen Your Career Path
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If you are passionate about helping others and interested in the world of emergency medical services, we encourage you to apply. Send your interest in this volunteer internship to paperwork@fdrhpo.org.