Apply to Become an Orlando Fire Department Explorer

Attend the next Open Enrollment meeting

We are at capacity and are not accepting new Explorers at this time. Our next Open Enrollment will be scheduled for a date to be determined in 2024. If you would like to be notified when our next Open Enrollment is scheduled, please complete the Pre-Registration form below.

Do you want to join the Orlando Fire Department's job-shadowing program?

The Orlando Fire Department offers teens and youth ages 14-20 the opportunity to participate in training and ride-alongs with firefighters while exploring a career in firefighting. The OFD Explorer Program instills discipline, communication skills, teamwork and confidence in a fun environment.

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Step 1.Check your eligibility

To become an OFD Explorer, you must:

  • Be age 14-20. Since Explorers age out of the program at 21, you can't apply after your 20th birthday.
  • Be a student enrolled in or entering high school, college or vocational school.
  • Have a 2.0 GPA or higher.
  • Be available for a meeting every other Tuesday night from 7-9 p.m., as well as for occasional weekend training sessions and community events.
  • Have a good attitude.
  • Provide black pants, shoes, socks and belt for your uniform.

Step 2.Submit an OFD Explorer interest form

Submit an interest form

Step 3.Start attending meetings

If you are qualified to join, you can start attending meetings after open enrollment.

Contact Us

Phone

407.832.5501

Email

OFDExplorerAdvisor@orlando.gov

Main Office

Orlando Fire Department
78 West Central Boulevard
32801
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