Position Description
Aztec Ruins National Monument (NM) has an interesting, challenging, and fun special event opportunity for energetic volunteers at our EARTH DAY event.

The one day EARTH DAY event Learning from the Past and Taking Responsibility for the Future is on Saturday April 25, 2009.

We need volunteer help with tasks in: Sustainable Agriculture, Water Use, Recycling Activities, Book Exchange, Energy, Transportation, and other activities. We will need help with marketing, setting up booths, assisting visitors, speakers, cultural demonstrators, interpretation of the monument and help at the Visitor Center.

We propose to use Earth Day as a catalyst for sharing lessons of Ancestral Puebloan society with our community to help us be better stewards today. With this event, we hope to promote sustainability and dispel the myth that environmental responsibility means not using resources and consequently suffering economically and in our quality of life. It is our hope that this event will strengthen our relations with our community and provide a foundation for future dialog about environmental issues.

The position will last one day to 2 months, starting in February, March or April. Individuals and groups welcome! We need as many hours as volunteers can offer for this event.

Position Description
Capitol Reef National Park Ripple Rock Nature Center Applicant Information

NATURE CENTER POSITION DESCRIPTION: -Staff the nature center from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, five days per week -Maintain interpretive exhibits and facility cleanliness -Conduct established activities or develop and implement an educational activities program for the center (research, prepare, advertise, present and evaluate new or established activities) with guidance. -Provide general information on park and area facilities and services -Attend a variety of ranger presentations for an overview of the National Park Service interpretive programming -Opportunity to observe work in other agency divisions (administration, protection, resources management, maintenance) if desired. -Meet regularly with the National Park Service supervisor -Operate equipment including hand-held radio, VCR, computer, copier, passenger vehicle or van -Complete monthly statistics reports -Make recommendations for future revisions and modifications

DURATION: A commitment of 40 hours per week for the period of mid-May through mid August or preferably through Labor Day weekend. (The facility is open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.) Applicants are recruited continuously.

PRACTICAL CONSIDERATIONS: The park provides one private bedroom in a coed multi-bedroom house with shared living, kitchen and bathroom facilities. Volunteers are required to wear a uniform shirt provided by the park, and may receive a reimbursement for living expenses of $10 per day worked. OBLIGATIONS OF CAPITOL REEF NATIONAL PARK: -Select a qualified applicant on the basis of merit and without discrimination because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age or disability -Provide primary supervision of the volunteer at the work site -Orient the intern to park regulations, policies and procedures -Provide timely notification of or response to any complaints -Provide a safe work environment for the volunteer

OBLIGATIONS OF THE VOLUNTEER: -Comply with park regulations, policies and procedures -Complete projects and assignments -Maintain a professional appearance and wear a National Park Service volunteer uniform shirt -Adhere to the specified dates of the volunteer agreement -Report physical, safety or personnel problems concerning the position to park staff APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Submit an application detailing related work experiences (include the names and phone numbers of supervisors) and reference contact information from an academic advisor or employer (include a phone number). Applicants must also address the following selection criteria by describing their knowledge, skills and abilities in: 1) Children’s recreation programs (such as youth camps, youth sports coaching, after-school programs, youth clubs, etc.) 2) Personal work ethic 3) Communication and interpersonal skills. Please use Box 18 to address these factors.

Submit applications online or mail applications to: Capitol Reef National Park Park Volunteer Coordinator HC 70 Box 15 Torrey, UT 84775

Apply online at www.volunteer.gov (be sure to address all the selection criteria listed above; use box 18 to provide detailed answers) Applications are accepted continuously. For more information, Contact Cindy Micheli, Education Outreach Coordinator at cindy_micheli@nps.gov or phone 435/425-3791 x112

THE FACILITY: The Ripple Rock Nature Center was built in 1957. This two-room 940-square foot structure is located in the park’s historic district, approximately ¾ mile from the visitor center on the Scenic Drive. It is conveniently located between two fruit orchards, across from a blacksmith shop exhibit, adjacent to Sulphur Creek, and near a picnic area and historic pioneer farmstead. The building is set back from the road and surrounded by areas of rough lawn with mature shade trees.

The Ripple Rock Nature Center opened in May of 1999 and is visited by approximately 3500 people during the summer season. Student groups visiting the park on field trips use the facility as an orientation site. It is the primary location for a four-day youth day camp held in mid-July.

THE PARK: Capitol Reef National Park is located in south-central Utah. The Ripple Rock Nature Center, residence area, Fruita Historic District, and park headquarters are 11 miles east of Torrey along Highway 24. Basic groceries, gas, and restaurants are available in Torrey. Dental and medical services are in Bicknell, 20 miles west of park headquarters. Larger supermarkets, stores, and a hospital are in Richfield, 75 miles west. Personal transportation is highly recommended. This remote, 378 square-mile national park has a high desert climate with summer temperatures averaging a high of 91 degrees in July (although the record high is 104.) Heavy thunderstorms (typically during July, August and September) can produce cascading ephemeral waterfalls and raging flash floods.

The park protects the Waterpocket Fold, a 100-mile long upthrust in the Earth’s crust, the most spectacular geological feature of its kind in North America. Myriad narrow canyons, towering cliffs, expansive slickrock, domes, arches and monoliths provide inspiration, solitude and recreational opportunities for approximately ¾ million people each year. The park also preserves archeological features and petroglyphs of the Fremont Culture, and the remnants of Fruita, a Mormon pioneer settlement that includes 2,600 fruit trees.

Contact cindy_micheli@nps.gov for application information.

Position Description
Audience: Families, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Educators, Groups, Adults, Seniors
Location: Lands End, Marin Headlands, Muir Woods, Ocean Beach, Presidio, Marin County, San Francisco, San Mateo
Event Type: Birds/Wildlife, Environment/Science, Volunteer
Volunteer Work Type: Habitat Restoration & Monitoring, Landscape Restoration & Gardening, Trail Maintenance & Restoration, Beach Clean-Ups & Maintenance, Site Stewardship

Be a part of history—help launch a new era of positive change across America!
President-elect Barack Obama is calling for a nationwide Day of Service on January 19, 2009, Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Volunteer in the Golden Gate National Parks at our doorstep! It’s fun, it’s healthy, and it makes a difference—the perfect way to pitch in on a momentous day.

Celebrate your day off as a “day on” and help grow and restore these cherished national parklands. We will feature several projects at park sites in Marin, San Francisco, and San Mateo counties, with activities including trails maintenance, planting, habitat restoration, beach cleanups, and more. Choose your favorite activity and site listed below, and join us for a fun and rewarding day in the Golden Gate National Parks.

All you need to bring is some good energy, your waiver form, and the proper clothing. Bring the whole family and friends! We’ll take care of the rest (tools, supplies, and project leadership).Times vary by project. Individuals and groups are welcome. RSVP is requested and appreciated.

For more information and to RSVP, contact us at (415) 561-4755 or volunteer@parksconservancy.org

The Golden Gate National Parks Volunteer Program is a cooperative parkwide effort of the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, the National Park Service, and the Presidio Trust.

Park Sites & Activities

Teens on Trails at Muir Woods
Time: 10 am—1 pm
Location: Muir Woods National Monument, Marin
Join the Trails Forever Team to work on trail maintenance projects at beautiful Muir Woods. Activities will include hauling materials for site preparation of an ongoing construction project along the Hillside Trail, as well as flossing and removing leaf debris along the boardwalk.

Presidio Park Stewards
Time: 9 am—Noon
Location: Presidio, San Francisco
Help enhance rare native plant habitat and create important wildlife corridors in the Presidio of San Francisco. Activities will focus on planting native plants within our restoration sites.

Lands End Stewardship
Time: 9 am—Noon
Location: Lands End, San Francisco
Help restore unique coastal habitat at Lands End. Activities will focus on planting native plants within our restoration sites.

Ocean Beach Cleanup
Time: 10 am—Noon
Location: Ocean Beach, San Francisco
Help keep Ocean Beach clean and safe for all of us to enjoy! Activities will focus on collecting trash and human-made debris from the beach.

Site Stewardship at Mori Point
Time: Noon—3 pm
Location: Mori Point, Pacifica
Join the Site Stewardship Team to restore habitat for threatened and endangered species at Mori Point. Activities will focus on planting native plants within our restoration sites.

Position Description
The Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA) Nursery System seeks an intern to assist in native plant production, environmental education and volunteer outreach at the Marin Headlands Native Plant Nursery in Sausalito, California (San Francisco Bay Area). The nursery offers modern horticultural facilities overlooking the Pacific Ocean at Rodeo Beach, as well as the opportunity to participate in cutting edge ecological restoration projects with community-based programming. The nursery is one of five in the GGNRA nursery system, which combined are one of the largest producers of native plants in the area. (Please note that this is a different internship than the recently posted Presidio Native Plant Nursery Internship and requires a separate application).

The intern will support almost every facet of operating and maintaining the nursery including plant propagation, seed collection, pest and disease control, volunteer management, youth education, land stewardship, and facility management & improvement. The intern will work closely with the nursery staff, other park staff, and independently. The intern will have great opportunities to learn the flora of the GGNRA, aspects of community-based land stewardship, and fundamental nursery and restoration skills through a dedicated intern-training program. Interns will develop and complete a long-term, independent project based on the nursery’s needs and the intern’s interests.

Description of Duties

• Support plant propagation and plant maintenance (seed sowing, transplanting, pruning, weeding, watering, fertilizing, pest control, etc.)
• Co-lead community and group volunteer work days, generally 2-3 times per week
• Coordinate and lead nursery-based education programs
• Coordinate and facilitate volunteer outreach efforts
• Track volunteer hours and administer volunteer recognition
• Support the collection, processing, and storage of plant materials for propagation
• Maintain accurate records and complete park restoration & nursery database entry
• Perform tasks related to facility improvements, repair, and maintenance

*Duties vary greatly by season. During this internship, emphasis will be on propagation and plant maintenance

Knowledge/Skills Desired

• Experience with or interest in native plants or horticulture
• Ability to work in groups and independently with little supervision
• An active interest in environmental education and community outreach
• Ability to work with adults and children of diverse backgrounds
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to use basic computer programs (Microsoft Word and Excel)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and excellent driving record

Terms:
40 hours a week, Tuesday through Saturday work schedule, 9-12 month commitment. Dormitory-style housing is provided within the Park. Interns receive $125 per week for out-of-pocket expenses. Preferred start date is mid-February.

Position Description
Spring 2009 - National Park Service Internship Summary

The National Park Service will offer internship opportunities for Spring 2009 in the following program areas: Habitat Restoration, Interpretation, and Volunteers-In-Parks.

These internships are aimed at providing undergraduate students with an opportunity to gain first hand exposure to careers within the National Park Service- one of the leaders in environmental education and conservation. The positions are unpaid but offer parking, training, uniform items and other incidental expenses.

1. Habitat Restoration Program Intern

Habitat Restoration Program interns work closely with National Park Service staff and volunteers in the restoration of native habitats in the Twin Cities. Interns gain valuable field experience while working with one of the premier natural resource agencies in the world, the National Park Service, and other partner land-managing agencies within the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area.

Interns will work both independently and with experienced Crew Leaders to prepare for and lead fun, educational habitat restoration events for volunteers along the Mississippi River. Typical activities include:

-Developing training resources for new Crew Leaders.

-Preparing lesson plans for habitat restoration events.

-Working with partner agencies to prepare land use and restoration histories for selected sites using historic records, aerial photos and maps.

-Learning to facilitate habitat restoration events for volunteers.

-Inventory and removal of non-native invasive species.

-Planting native trees, plants and shrubs.

Applicants should have a strong interest in education, natural resources, National Parks and related areas. Prior experience, while not required, will be considered based on its relevance. Interns will receive appropriate office and field training.

Interns must be available to work during scheduled volunteer restoration projects. These tend to be scheduled on Saturday mornings. Weekday schedules may be flexible to accommodate school, work and extracurricular activities.

2. Mississippi River Visitor Center Intern

Visitor Center Interns work with Park Rangers from the National Park Service at the Mississippi River Visitor Center in the lobby of the Science Museum of Minnesota in downtown Saint Paul, MN.

Interns work side by side with Park Rangers to interpret the national significance of the Mississippi River and help visitors plan trips in the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, along the entire Mississippi River and to National Park areas across the country. Interns will also create interactive exhibits and programs for the public to enjoy at the Visitor Center.

The internship will provide valuable front line experience while learning from one of the world’s leaders in the field of interpretation and environmental education, the National Park Service.

Interns receive basic training about interpretative techniques, the Mississippi River and the National Park Service, free parking and a uniform shirt.

This summer position requires a commitment of 10-12 hours a week. A wide variety of shifts are available including evenings and weekends.

The National Park Service is seeking enthusiastic and mature candidates with excellent communication skills and experience in customer service. Applicants should have knowledge and interest in education, natural resources, American History and National Parks.

3. Volunteer Program Coordinator Intern

The Volunteer Program Coordinator Intern will work closely with the Volunteers-In-Parks Manager at Mississippi National River and Recreation Area to manage all aspects of the volunteer program including volunteer recruitment, supervision, and program development. The VIP program includes interns and volunteers working in areas of environmental education, habitat restoration, and research assistance.

Interns will gain knowledge about volunteer program management and public relations by communicating with volunteers, the public, and partner organizations.

The National Park Service is seeking enthusiastic, responsible candidates for this intern position. No previous experience is required, but all interns must have an interest in volunteerism, natural resources, and the National Parks. All interns will receive customized training.

Interns must be available at least one weekday per week and at least five hours total each week. Intern schedules may be flexible to accommodate school, extracurricular activities, and job schedules.

To Apply for Any Internship Opportunity: Contact Park Ranger Thomas Ibsen at thomas_ibsen@nps.gov or 651-290-3030, ext. 233. An application, letter of interest, resume and transcript or listing of relevant coursework will be requested. Applications will be accepted through January 31, 2009.

Position Description
The Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA) is the one of the world’s most extensive urban parks, spanning over 80,000 acres on both sides of San Francisco’s Golden Gate. Much of the park’s land was once under military or private use. Today, a thriving community-based stewardship program is working throughout the GGNRA to rehabilitate the park’s natural areas. The Native Plant Nursery system is one of the vital components of this program, growing thousands of native plants and educating hundreds of Bay Area students and residents each year.

The Presidio Native Plant Nursery (PNPN) is a project of the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, a non-profit partner of the National Parks Service and the Presidio Trust. The PNPN is located in the heart of the Presidio of San Francisco in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. The Nursery grows over 60,000 plants a year in three greenhouses and two shade houses, helping to support the habitat restoration projects throughout the Presidio.

This internship aims to introduce the intern to all aspects of managing a community-based native plant nursery with an emphasis on seed collection and processing, plant propagation and after care, and facilities maintenance. The intern will gain valuable experience in botany (especially CA native plant identification), environmental education, habitat restoration, and volunteer management, in addition to housing in this gorgeous urban National Park.

Description of Duties

• Assist with the collection, processing, and storage of plant materials for propagation – following strict ecological standards
• Work to meet the nursery’s propagation goals by performing seed treatments, sowing seeds and transplanting
• Plant maintenance: weed, fertilize, prune and move plants
• Daily water and monitor for general plant health and/or needs
• Administrative tasks such as record keeping and data entry
• Facilities maintenance: help perform routine upkeep, maintenance, and repairs to greenhouse and shade house irrigation systems, building structures and equipment
• Support volunteer and education programs: lead, teach and motivate volunteers during Wed and Sat volunteer programs, and weekly environmental education programs
• Conduct an independent project - determined by nursery priorities and intern’s interest
• Attendance of Park Core Academy Trainings on everything from Plant Physiology, Nursery Pests and Soil Science to Tool Maintenance and Advanced Excel.

Knowledge/Skills Desired

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies, natural sciences, horticulture or related field; and/or good knowledge of ecology and plant identification
• A self starter—ability to work independently, in an organized and motivated manner
• Detail-oriented—much of this position requires attention to detail, whether it’s noticing a fungus on a plant or being consistent in filling out the propagation record
• Ability to work and lead activities with diverse groups of people
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Willingness to work outdoors in inclement weather
• Valid driver’s license
• And of course, excitement and curiosity about plants and the natural world

Terms

• Full-time (40 hrs per week); Tuesday-Saturday schedule
• 8-12 month commitment
• In-park housing, out-of-pocket expense ($125/week) and substantial professional training opportunities are provided
• Anticipated start date of February 3, 2009—Applications due January 6, 2009

Position Description

Every year, Mount Rainier National Park works with the Geologic Society of America hire one or two interpretive naturalists with expertise in geological sciences through their Geoscientists-in-Parks program. An additional intern will be hired in 2009 to help with the park's geomorphology research program. These positions last 12 weeks, come with housing and a small living allowance, and, on successful completion, qualify the interns for educational grants.

Positions are advertised in December and filled in March or April. The application period for 2009 opened on December 1, 2009. Positions are advertised on the website of the Geologic Society of America at www.geosociety.org. Consider spending your summer applying your geological training in one of the most beautiful national parks in the country!

Position Description

Education interns work with park staff in preparing and presenting curriculum-based programs for third- through eighth-grade students in their classrooms and in the park. Programs have established themes and objectives that focus on natural science or history.

Spring positions run from April to June.
Fall positions take place in September and October.

Qualified applicants will relate well to children between the ages of eight and thirteen, and enjoy the physical and mental demands of teaching outdoors.

Responsibilities:

• Work 32 hours per 5-day work week.
• Participate in program training and work as a member of the education team.
• Lead field-based programs as well as classroom programs.
• Contribute to all aspects of district operations as assigned.
• Represent the National Park Service as a member of the interpretive staff.

Benefits:

• A weekly stipend of $100.
• $65.00 uniform allowance (Receipts must be provided.)
• Uniform shirts and jackets provided.
• Fully furnished shared apartment and utilities are provided.
• Free laundry facilities are available.
• 15% discount at park bookstore.

To Apply:

Send cover letter, resume, and three references to Cynthia Ocel, Acadia National Park, P.O. Box 177, Bar Harbor, ME. 04609 or e-mail cynthia_ocel@nps.gov

Phone: (207)-288-8822

For more information go to: http://www.nps.gov/acad/supportyourpark/internships.htm

Position Description

Education interns work with park staff in preparing and presenting curriculum-based programs for third- through eighth-grade students in their classrooms and in the park. Programs have established themes and objectives that focus on natural science or history.

Spring positions run from April to June.
Fall positions take place in September and October.

Qualified applicants will relate well to children between the ages of eight and thirteen, and enjoy the physical and mental demands of teaching outdoors.

Responsibilities:

• Work 32 hours per 5-day work week.
• Participate in program training and work as a member of the education team.
• Lead field-based programs as well as classroom programs.
• Contribute to all aspects of district operations as assigned.
• Represent the National Park Service as a member of the interpretive staff.

Benefits:

• A weekly stipend of $100.
• $65.00 uniform allowance (Receipts must be provided.)
• Uniform shirts and jackets provided.
• Fully furnished shared apartment and utilities are provided.
• Free laundry facilities are available.
• 15% discount at park bookstore.

To Apply:

Send cover letter, resume, and three references to Cynthia Ocel, Acadia National Park, P.O. Box 177, Bar Harbor, ME. 04609 or e-mail cynthia_ocel@nps.gov

Phone: (207)-288-8822

For more information go to: http://www.nps.gov/acad/supportyourpark/internships.htm

Position Description
Schoodic Interpretation/ Education Internship/ Teaching Assistants - Position Description

Time: Late Summer - Fall Season Location: Winter Harbor, Maine Duration: August or September – October or November (multiple 10-16 week positions) Application Deadline: June 29th, 2009.

Acadia National Park – Schoodic Education Research Center

The Schoodic Education and Research Center (SERC), a National Park Service Research Learning Center, is operated by a cooperative partnership between Acadia National Park and the non-profit Acadia Partners for Science and Learning (APSL). The campus is located in Acadia National Park on the Schoodic Peninsula near Winter Harbor, Maine.

Situated on Big Moose Island at the tip of Schoodic Peninsula, the SERC campus has direct access to a variety of habitats. A short walk along the shore provides a substantial view of inter-tidal zone marine life, coastal geological processes, exposed cliff, cobble, mudflat, and marsh habitats. The impressive shoreline encompasses spruce/fir woodlands, stands of pitch pine and mountain habitats which are home to numerous migratory species. This Gulf of Maine setting offers a unique place to study natural sciences as well as human history from 4,000 years ago to the present.

Interpretive Programming

Education/Interpretation Interns at SERC work with two broad-based programs: the Schoodic Education Adventure program (SEA), and the Artist-in-Residence program (A-I-R). Additional duties as assigned include assisting with group meetings and general interpretive roving.

The bulk of the internship is working with the SEA program, which offers a curriculum-based residential program for 5th through 8th grade students and their teachers. The three- and four-day sessions combine hands-on field experience with classroom activities. Focusing on the theme of communicating data through maps and graphs, students explore the relationship between preserving public lands and monitoring their resources. Situated on the rugged coast of Maine, the campus is accessible to wetland and forest ecosystems and provides a rich educational environment for students.

The Artist-in-Residence (A-I-R) program is a competitive program that invites artists from a variety of media to study within the park for two-, three- and four-week residencies. During their stay, artists assist the SEA program with classes designed for children and often present a public program as well. Interpretation staff assists visiting artists with general orientation to the area as well as helping set up for art projects and classroom management.

Intern Duties

The 2007 Schoodic Teaching Assistant/ Intern Program will run 10-16 weeks with positions starting in August and September and running through late October/early November.

Interns spend approximately 70% of their time leading field programs and conducting classroom activities. The core curriculum includes exploring forest and marine ecology, developing geology and archeology maps, investigating nocturnal adaptations on a night hike, and instructing map, compass, and GPS techniques while learning about landscape change over time. Students use a wide array of tools for investigation including journals, scientific equipment, computers, graphs, maps, data synthesis, and the arts.

Approximately 10% of the time is spent in training and program preparation. Another 10% is involved with facility set-up, light maintenance like vacuuming, and group management duties such as meeting the bus, lunch duty, dorm check-out, etc. The remaining 10% of the job includes new activity development, creating props, data entry, program research, and assisting with auxiliary programs.

Responsibilities

Interns: • Work 32-40 hours per 4/5-day work week. Schedules occasionally include working weekends, and shifts vary. Frequently we share a 4½-day workweek, ending at noon on a Friday and returning to work mid-day on a Monday.

• Participate in pre-program training, work as a member of an education team, and attend weekly staff development/logistical meetings.

• Lead morning, afternoon, and evening programs. Interns are not responsible for students after the conclusion of evening programs, but may be on call to assist in the event of an emergency. Supervisory duties are shared at all times with the students’ teachers.

• Contribute to all aspects of the operation of SERC through other duties as assigned.

• Positively represent the National Park Service as a member of the interpretive staff.

Benefits

• A weekly stipend of $100. • $65.00 uniform allowance for tan pants (Receipts must be provided.) • Uniform shirts and jackets provided. • Fully furnished shared apartment and utilities are provided on campus in a separate location from the student dormitory. • Limited meals are available when school programs are in session. • Laundry facilities are available on campus. • College credit can be arranged through most universities prior to internship season. Intern must arrange internship credit before the start of the season.

This is an intensive and rewarding experience. Qualifications

Applicants should demonstrate an interest in and knowledge of the environment, history, education, and/or the arts and possess a sincere desire to work with middle level students in an intensive and rewarding program. The ability to work as a member of a team and establish good rapport with students and teachers is important. A bachelor’s degree is preferred but students with two years of academic credit completed are encouraged to apply and participate in an internship for academic credit. Additional program development can be provided for graduate students pursuing internship credit through their university. Current first aid and CPR certification are preferred but training can be arranged if needed.

Academic Credit

Students wishing to participate in Acadia National Park’s Internship program for academic credit must arrange credits through their college advisor at the university issuing their degree, before the internship begins. Academic advisors/ professors can contact the SEA Director, Kate Petrie, for references/appraisals regarding the intern’s performance. The SEA director will work with your advisor to supervise your internship. The SEA Director and Acadia National Park staff will not arrange accreditation for students. Interns must take responsibility for their own course application and paperwork.

How To Apply (send following materials to Kate_Petrie@nps.gov or mail application to c/o K. Petrie, P.O. Box 177, Bar Harbor, ME 04609) • Cover letter • Resume • 3 reference contacts

Position Description
Schoodic Interpretation/ Education Internship/ Teaching Assistants - Position Description

Time: Late Summer - Fall Season Location: Winter Harbor, Maine Duration: August or September – October or November (multiple 10-16 week positions) Application Deadline: June 29th, 2009.

Acadia National Park – Schoodic Education Research Center

The Schoodic Education and Research Center (SERC), a National Park Service Research Learning Center, is operated by a cooperative partnership between Acadia National Park and the non-profit Acadia Partners for Science and Learning (APSL). The campus is located in Acadia National Park on the Schoodic Peninsula near Winter Harbor, Maine.

Situated on Big Moose Island at the tip of Schoodic Peninsula, the SERC campus has direct access to a variety of habitats. A short walk along the shore provides a substantial view of inter-tidal zone marine life, coastal geological processes, exposed cliff, cobble, mudflat, and marsh habitats. The impressive shoreline encompasses spruce/fir woodlands, stands of pitch pine and mountain habitats which are home to numerous migratory species. This Gulf of Maine setting offers a unique place to study natural sciences as well as human history from 4,000 years ago to the present.

Interpretive Programming

Education/Interpretation Interns at SERC work with two broad-based programs: the Schoodic Education Adventure program (SEA), and the Artist-in-Residence program (A-I-R). Additional duties as assigned include assisting with group meetings and general interpretive roving.

The bulk of the internship is working with the SEA program, which offers a curriculum-based residential program for 5th through 8th grade students and their teachers. The three- and four-day sessions combine hands-on field experience with classroom activities. Focusing on the theme of communicating data through maps and graphs, students explore the relationship between preserving public lands and monitoring their resources. Situated on the rugged coast of Maine, the campus is accessible to wetland and forest ecosystems and provides a rich educational environment for students.

The Artist-in-Residence (A-I-R) program is a competitive program that invites artists from a variety of media to study within the park for two-, three- and four-week residencies. During their stay, artists assist the SEA program with classes designed for children and often present a public program as well. Interpretation staff assists visiting artists with general orientation to the area as well as helping set up for art projects and classroom management.

Intern Duties

The 2007 Schoodic Teaching Assistant/ Intern Program will run 10-16 weeks with positions starting in August and September and running through late October/early November.

Interns spend approximately 70% of their time leading field programs and conducting classroom activities. The core curriculum includes exploring forest and marine ecology, developing geology and archeology maps, investigating nocturnal adaptations on a night hike, and instructing map, compass, and GPS techniques while learning about landscape change over time. Students use a wide array of tools for investigation including journals, scientific equipment, computers, graphs, maps, data synthesis, and the arts.

Approximately 10% of the time is spent in training and program preparation. Another 10% is involved with facility set-up, light maintenance like vacuuming, and group management duties such as meeting the bus, lunch duty, dorm check-out, etc. The remaining 10% of the job includes new activity development, creating props, data entry, program research, and assisting with auxiliary programs.

Responsibilities

Interns: • Work 32-40 hours per 4/5-day work week. Schedules occasionally include working weekends, and shifts vary. Frequently we share a 4½-day workweek, ending at noon on a Friday and returning to work mid-day on a Monday.

• Participate in pre-program training, work as a member of an education team, and attend weekly staff development/logistical meetings.

• Lead morning, afternoon, and evening programs. Interns are not responsible for students after the conclusion of evening programs, but may be on call to assist in the event of an emergency. Supervisory duties are shared at all times with the students’ teachers.

• Contribute to all aspects of the operation of SERC through other duties as assigned.

• Positively represent the National Park Service as a member of the interpretive staff.

Benefits

• A weekly stipend of $100. • $65.00 uniform allowance for tan pants (Receipts must be provided.) • Uniform shirts and jackets provided. • Fully furnished shared apartment and utilities are provided on campus in a separate location from the student dormitory. • Limited meals are available when school programs are in session. • Laundry facilities are available on campus. • College credit can be arranged through most universities prior to internship season. Intern must arrange internship credit before the start of the season.

This is an intensive and rewarding experience. Qualifications

Applicants should demonstrate an interest in and knowledge of the environment, history, education, and/or the arts and possess a sincere desire to work with middle level students in an intensive and rewarding program. The ability to work as a member of a team and establish good rapport with students and teachers is important. A bachelor’s degree is preferred but students with two years of academic credit completed are encouraged to apply and participate in an internship for academic credit. Additional program development can be provided for graduate students pursuing internship credit through their university. Current first aid and CPR certification are preferred but training can be arranged if needed.

Academic Credit

Students wishing to participate in Acadia National Park’s Internship program for academic credit must arrange credits through their college advisor at the university issuing their degree, before the internship begins. Academic advisors/ professors can contact the SEA Director, Kate Petrie, for references/appraisals regarding the intern’s performance. The SEA director will work with your advisor to supervise your internship. The SEA Director and Acadia National Park staff will not arrange accreditation for students. Interns must take responsibility for their own course application and paperwork.

How To Apply (send following materials to Kate_Petrie@nps.gov or mail application to c/o K. Petrie, P.O. Box 177, Bar Harbor, ME 04609) • Cover letter • Resume • 3 reference contacts

Position Description

We need your help at the Gladie Cultural-Environmental Learning Center in the picturesque Red River Gorge Geologic Area of the Daniel Boone National Forest near Slade, Kentucky to staff the Learning Center Information Desk. This area is a favorite destination for rock climbers, hikers, nature enthusiasts and scenic viewers of all ages.

Duties include:

• Greeting the public, in a polite and positive manner

• Answering questions and providing accurate information about recreation opportunities

• Answering the phone, and providing accurate and professional information.

• Light cleaning of restroom and Center

• Ensuring brochure rack is fully stocked with brochures

• Assisting with education and interpretation programs

This is a wonderful opportunity to visit and live in one of the most unique areas of the Daniel Boone National Forest. The Red River Gorge is known for its abundant natural stone arches, unusual rock formations, and spectacular sandstone cliffs. It is home to White-haired Goldenrod, a plant which grows nowhere else in the world. Birds, deer, foxes and other animals can be seen regularly in the area. We can provide a campsite with electric, water and sewer hook or a one-bedroom apartment.

Skills Needed:

• Flexible and positive attitude

• Must like people

• Willingness to do a variety of jobs, cleaning restrooms, sweeping, etc.

• Organizational skills

• Basic map reading

Required work hours: 24 per week and will include weekends. 3 positions available

Start date March 1, 2009 - end date November 15, 2009

Position Description
Come Join Us!

Learn new skills, stay involved in your community, teach others, meet new friends and visit amazing sites on America's greatest river- the Mississippi. Volunteers gain a lot from their experiences at the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area.

Volunteers of all abilities and backgrounds help connect visitors and students with the diverse resources of the Mississippi River and help ensure these wonderful treasures and stories are available for generations to enjoy in the future.

Volunteers play an active role in most park programs and projects. Here are just some of the many opportunities for volunteers to experience the Mississippi River:

• Restore natural areas along the river by identifying and removing non-native plants

• Help visitors plan their visits along the river at the new Mississippi River Visitor Center in the Science Museum of Minnesota.

• Assist park staff with research, web design and office support in the headquarters office.

• Encourage students to explore the river with binoculars from the deck of a moving riverboat during the Big River Journey and Birding Boat programs.

Chances are you have a special skill that you can share or want to learn. Amateur historians, bird-watchers, artists, and graphic designers are just some of the many volunteers who make a difference every year for Mississippi National River and Recreation Area! Internships and activities for your group or organization are also available.

Volunteers are people like you who enjoy the beauty and history of the Mississippi River- one of the world's most celebrated rivers.

Position Description
Would you like to help preserve and protect a beautiful national park? Lassen Volcanic has positions and projects such as camphosting, visitor contact stations, school and visitor activities, natural resources research, data entry, slide scanning, clerical work, recycling, and weed control. Volunteers needed mostly May to October for 2 to 4 months each year; assistance with winter programs needed January to April each year. Shared housing, RV sites, or campsites may be available. Applicants should appreciate the outdoors, national parks, and remote areas and be able to work in an organized, dependable, safe manner. Education and skills vary with the position. Personal transportation desired. Lassen Volcanic has volcanoes, forests, meadows, streams, lakes, waterfalls, snowy winters, and cool summers.

Position Description
Position Description

Provide a geologist’s perspective on the historic Ellsworth Rock Gardens in Voyageurs National Park. Describe the materials Mr. Ellsworth used to create stone walls, stone sculptures and other features in the gardens as well as the nature of the outcrop that served as the foundation for the gardens. Communicate the character of the site from a geological perspective. Identify any unique geological features. Provide information about the geology of the gardens so park visitors and non-scientists can understand its geological character and significance, Mr. Ellsworth’s interest in using stone for a building material and medium for artistic expression and the craft and skills required for working with stone.

Work will be completed during a 4-day volunteer event at the gardens in July 2009. Boat transportation will be provided to the gardens. Housing can be provided.

Background Information

The Ellsworth Rock Gardens form a significant historic site in Voyageurs National Park. Jack Ellsworth of Chicago constructed the gardens from 1942-1965. He created the 7-acre garden by building terraced flower beds on a 60-foot granite cliff on the north shore of Kabetogama Lake. Ellsworth used native elements of the northern Minnesota landscape—rocks, earth, flowers and trees—as his primary media to create a distinctive work of art. The rugged texture of the granite outcrop provided the foundation for the gardens. Working with a hierarchy of local stone, Ellsworth crowned the meandering dry-stacked walls that surround the planting beds with a layer of crushed white quartz, creating a distinctive "frosting." The terraced beds were connected through pathways subtly indicated by stone gateways, stairways, stepping stones, simple bridges, grass paths and the use of a few painted stone signs. Ellsworth accented his garden landscape with statuary that he created out of native rock and concrete as well as carefully selected and placed rocks and boulders. He skillfully balanced both small rocks and large monoliths--some as a single stone balanced on point, others crafted into figures, multi-tiered tables, and other sophisticated artistic sculptures. Viewed from the summit, the gardens became a fantastic mosaic of brilliant colors and soft textures that contrasted with the cool, gray tones of the hard, native rock.

Position Description
Natural Bridges National Monument is located in beautiful southeastern Utah. It is home to three massive natural stone bridges and dozens of world-class archeological sites, hidden within narrow canyons. The monument is situated at the heart of Cedar Mesa with an elevation of 6,500 feet and set in a lush pinon-juniper forest. As a result, the monument enjoys a much milder climate than the surrounding Four-corners area.

Natural Bridges rests within hundreds of square miles of pristine BLM and US Forest Service lands. Consequently, there is no development or light pollution, and the Milky Way shines brilliantly at night. Natural Bridges has recently been named one of only two International Dark Sky Parks worldwide, and night-time astronomy talks, with telescopes, are regularly given.

Canyonlands, Arches, Hovenweep, Monument Valley, Capitol Reef, Bryce, Zion, Glen Canyon, Black Canyon, Grand Canyon are within a few hours drive.

Considered remote, the park is located 35 miles from the small town of Blanding, Utah. (pop. 3,000). Very basic shopping and medical services are available in Blanding. For more amenities, the towns of Moab, Utah and Cortez, Colorado are two hours away.

For more details regarding the monument, please visit the monument’s website (www.nps.gov/nabr).

Position Description: A volunteer's duties are only limited by the skills and desires of the applicant. The core duties are the operation of the Visitor Center Desk, where the volunteer greets visitors, provides information, and makes sales from the gift shop. If desired, volunteers can research and develop original interpretive talks from online computer, library and archival research. Pre-made interpretive programs are also available for presentation. Interpretive talks can range from informal talks to individuals during roves, porch talks outside the visitor center, or evening campground talks in the amphitheater. Assignments such as archeological and wildlife monitoring, backcountry conditions assessments, and exotic plant eradication are available. We also have maintenance/interpretation combination volunteer positions if interested.

Late fall and winter are the quiestest periods for the park, with only tens of visitors each day. This allows for a relaxed pace, and diversification in work activities beyond the visitor center.

Time Commitment: Volunteer assignments are usually two months in length, and longer assignments are available if desired.

Reimbursement for meals will be available at $17 per day worked. As we have a 4-day work week for volunteers, reimbursement is $68 per week.

Required Shifts: Volunteer shifts will be four days a week, 8-9 hours per day, with three day weekends, perfect for planning short trips to enjoy the area. A 5-day week is also available, though we encourage 3-day weekends so the volunteer can get out and enjoy the area. Evening, weekend work will be required. As the holiday season approaches, arrangements can be made to have some time off around the holidays.

Housing: Housing will be provided. A volunteer will share housing with two other people and each will have their own room. No pets are allowed in shared housing.

Training will be provided. A background investigation may be required. Natural Bridges is part of the Southeast Utah Group which includes Arches NP, Canyonlands NP, and Hovenweep NM, and cross training at these parks and business trips to Moab are available.

Please consider volunteering at this spectacular little-known gem in the National Parks System. We can use your help and expertise.

Position Description
OUTREACH EDUCATION INTERNSHIPS The National Park Service is accepting applications for internships in Outreach Education at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area.

All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, marital status, nondisqualifying physical or mental disabilities.

Applicants must be high school graduates and should either be attending a 2 or 4 year college or university or already have earned their degree.

Description of Duties:

Summer Internship: Intern will work directly with the Education Specialist and Outreach Education team members to: develop and present day-long or overnight environmental education programs within Curecanti NRA and the Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP for elementary age students, 70%; assist with day to day program operations, 15%; assist with visitor services at either NPS site, 10%; training and interagency opportunities, 5%. The summer program focuses on local elementary-age students participating in the Advanced Junior Ranger Program. Activities and lessons are flexible, fun, hands-on, and active.

Dates:
Summer-May 15 through August 15 (approximate), 11 week minimum. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Review of applications will begin on February 15.

The Area:
The headquarters of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area is located 15 miles west of Gunnison (population 7,000) in west-central Colorado. Gunnison offers the basic amenities including grocery stores, restaurants, churches, hospital and clinics, small department stores, an airport, and a four-year college. Two major ski resorts (Crested Butte and Monarch) are within an hour's drive from Gunnison. Montrose (population 14,000) is located about 50 miles to the west. Curecanti National Recreation Area has 40,526 acres (30,228 land and 10,298 water). There are three reservoirs within the recreation area: Blue Mesa Reservoir, 20 miles long with 96 miles of shoreline; Morrow Point Reservoir, 11 miles long with 24 miles of shoreline; and, Crystal Reservoir, 6 miles long with 19.6 miles of shoreline. The 30,330 acre Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park contains 12 miles of the deepest, steepest, and most spectacular scenery of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison. It is over two thousand vertical feet from the canyon rim to the surface of the Gunnison River.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Applicants will be ranked according to their knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:
•Ability to work with all age groups
•Knowledge of child development and corresponding teaching techniques
•Ability to communicate effectively, both speaking and writing
•Ability to work independently and as part of a team
•Knowledge of ecological principles, teaching methodology, life and earth sciences

Other Requirements

Applicant Must:
•Wear a uniform (brown pants, tan shirt and an NPS volunteer cap)
•Possess a valid driver's license
•Be able to work on steep-rocky terrain, at high elevations, in extreme weather

Benefits:
•Government furnished housing is available at no cost to the intern
•Reimbursement for some expenses is available
•A $50.00 uniform allowance
•Interns are covered for injuries and liability while on duty by the Federal Workers Compensation Act and the Tort Claims Act
•Interns are encouraged to enroll for college credit
•Opportunities for professional development will be available

For More Information Contact:
National Park Service
102 Elk Creek
Gunnison, CO 81230

Position Description
OUTREACH EDUCATION INTERNSHIPS The National Park Service is accepting applications for internships in Outreach Education at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area.

All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, marital status, nondisqualifying physical or mental disabilities.

Applicants must be high school graduates and should either be attending a 2 or 4 year college or university or already have earned their degree.

Description of Duties:
Fall and Spring Internship: Intern will work directly with the Education Specialist, providing curriculum based programs for pre-K through high school students. The intern will be involved in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating in-park & outreach education programs. Specific duties will include program presentation both in classrooms and outdoors within the national park sites and surrounding areas, curriculum enhancement, activity development, creation of audio and visual programs, analysis of evaluations, and completion of a special project. Programs vary from 30 to 90 minute classroom presentations, in eleven communities, to five-hour outdoor field experiences in the park and surrounding outdoor locations. Interns will also assist with special events and projects.
Educational units encompass science, math, technology, and other educational disciplines and are based on park themes and management objectives.

Dates:
Fall-September 5 through November 22 (approximate), 11 week minimum. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Review of applications will begin on April 15.

The Area:
The headquarters of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area is located 15 miles west of Gunnison (population 7,000) in west-central Colorado. Gunnison offers the basic amenities including grocery stores, restaurants, churches, hospital and clinics, small department stores, an airport, and a four-year college. Two major ski resorts (Crested Butte and Monarch) are within an hour's drive from Gunnison. Montrose (population 14,000) is located about 50 miles to the west. Curecanti National Recreation Area has 40,526 acres (30,228 land and 10,298 water). There are three reservoirs within the recreation area: Blue Mesa Reservoir, 20 miles long with 96 miles of shoreline; Morrow Point Reservoir, 11 miles long with 24 miles of shoreline; and, Crystal Reservoir, 6 miles long with 19.6 miles of shoreline. The 30,330 acre Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park contains 12 miles of the deepest, steepest, and most spectacular scenery of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison. It is over two thousand vertical feet from the canyon rim to the surface of the Gunnison River.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Applicants will be ranked according to their knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:
•Ability to work with all age groups
•Knowledge of child development and corresponding teaching techniques
•Ability to communicate effectively, both speaking and writing
•Ability to work independently and as part of a team
•Knowledge of ecological principles, teaching methodology, life and earth sciences

Other Requirements

Applicant Must:
•Wear a uniform (brown pants, tan shirt and an NPS volunteer cap)
•Possess a valid driver's license
•Be able to work on steep-rocky terrain, at high elevations, in extreme weather

Benefits:
•Government furnished housing is available at no cost to the intern
•Reimbursement for some expenses is available
•A $50.00 uniform allowance
•Interns are covered for injuries and liability while on duty by the Federal Workers Compensation Act and the Tort Claims Act
•Interns are encouraged to enroll for college credit
•Opportunities for professional development will be available

For More Information Contact:
National Park Service
102 Elk Creek
Gunnison, CO 81230

Position Description
OUTREACH EDUCATION INTERNSHIPS The National Park Service is accepting applications for internships in Outreach Education at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area.

All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, marital status, nondisqualifying physical or mental disabilities.

Applicants must be high school graduates and should either be attending a 2 or 4 year college or university or already have earned their degree.

Description of Duties:
Fall and Spring Internship: Intern will work directly with the Education Specialist, providing curriculum based programs for pre-K through high school students. The intern will be involved in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating in-park & outreach education programs. Specific duties will include program presentation both in classrooms and outdoors within the national park sites and surrounding areas, curriculum enhancement, activity development, creation of audio and visual programs, analysis of evaluations, and completion of a special project. Programs vary from 30 to 90 minute classroom presentations, in eleven communities, to five-hour outdoor field experiences in the park and surrounding outdoor locations. Interns will also assist with special events and projects.
Educational units encompass science, math, technology, and other educational disciplines and are based on park themes and management objectives.

Dates:
Spring-February 15 through May 15 (approximate), 11 week minimum. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Review of applications will begin on October 15.

The Area:
The headquarters of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area is located 15 miles west of Gunnison (population 7,000) in west-central Colorado. Gunnison offers the basic amenities including grocery stores, restaurants, churches, hospital and clinics, small department stores, an airport, and a four-year college. Two major ski resorts (Crested Butte and Monarch) are within an hour's drive from Gunnison. Montrose (population 14,000) is located about 50 miles to the west. Curecanti National Recreation Area has 40,526 acres (30,228 land and 10,298 water). There are three reservoirs within the recreation area: Blue Mesa Reservoir, 20 miles long with 96 miles of shoreline; Morrow Point Reservoir, 11 miles long with 24 miles of shoreline; and, Crystal Reservoir, 6 miles long with 19.6 miles of shoreline. The 30,330 acre Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park contains 12 miles of the deepest, steepest, and most spectacular scenery of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison. It is over two thousand vertical feet from the canyon rim to the surface of the Gunnison River.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Applicants will be ranked according to their knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:
•Ability to work with all age groups
•Knowledge of child development and corresponding teaching techniques
•Ability to communicate effectively, both speaking and writing
•Ability to work independently and as part of a team
•Knowledge of ecological principles, teaching methodology, life and earth sciences

Other Requirements

Applicant Must:
•Wear a uniform (brown pants, tan shirt and an NPS volunteer cap)
•Possess a valid driver's license
•Be able to work on steep-rocky terrain, at high elevations, in extreme weather

Benefits:
•Government furnished housing is available at no cost to the intern
•Reimbursement for some expenses available
•A $50.00 uniform allowance
•Interns are covered for injuries and liability while on duty by the Federal Workers Compensation Act and the Tort Claims Act
•Interns are encouraged to enroll for college credit
•Opportunities for professional development will be available

For More Information Contact:
National Park Service
102 Elk Creek
Gunnison, CO 81230

Position Description
OUTREACH EDUCATION INTERNSHIPS The National Park Service is accepting applications for internships in Outreach Education at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area.

All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, marital status, nondisqualifying physical or mental disabilities.

Applicants must be high school graduates and should either be attending a 2 or 4 year college or university or already have earned their degree.

Description of Duties:

Summer Internship: Intern will work directly with the Education Specialist and Outreach Education team members to: develop and present day-long or overnight environmental education programs within Curecanti NRA and the Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP for elementary age students, 70%; assist with day to day program operations, 15%; assist with visitor services at either NPS site, 10%; training and interagency opportunities, 5%. The summer program focuses on local elementary-age students participating in the Advanced Junior Ranger Program. Activities and lessons are flexible, fun, hands-on, and active.

Dates:
Summer-May 15 through August 15 (approximate), 11 week minimum. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Review of applications will begin on February 15.

The Area:
The headquarters of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area is located 15 miles west of Gunnison (population 7,000) in west-central Colorado. Gunnison offers the basic amenities including grocery stores, restaurants, churches, hospital and clinics, small department stores, an airport, and a four-year college. Two major ski resorts (Crested Butte and Monarch) are within an hour's drive from Gunnison. Montrose (population 14,000) is located about 50 miles to the west. Curecanti National Recreation Area has 40,526 acres (30,228 land and 10,298 water). There are three reservoirs within the recreation area: Blue Mesa Reservoir, 20 miles long with 96 miles of shoreline; Morrow Point Reservoir, 11 miles long with 24 miles of shoreline; and, Crystal Reservoir, 6 miles long with 19.6 miles of shoreline. The 30,330 acre Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park contains 12 miles of the deepest, steepest, and most spectacular scenery of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison. It is over two thousand vertical feet from the canyon rim to the surface of the Gunnison River.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Applicants will be ranked according to their knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:
•Ability to work with all age groups
•Knowledge of child development and corresponding teaching techniques
•Ability to communicate effectively, both speaking and writing
•Ability to work independently and as part of a team
•Knowledge of ecological principles, teaching methodology, life and earth sciences

Other Requirements

Applicant Must:
•Wear a uniform (brown pants, tan shirt and an NPS volunteer cap)
•Possess a valid driver's license
•Be able to work on steep-rocky terrain, at high elevations, in extreme weather

Benefits:
•Government furnished housing is available at no cost to the intern
•Reimbursement for some expenses is available
•A $50.00 uniform allowance
•Interns are covered for injuries and liability while on duty by the Federal Workers Compensation Act and the Tort Claims Act
•Interns are encouraged to enroll for college credit
•Opportunities for professional development will be available

For More Information Contact:
National Park Service
102 Elk Creek
Gunnison, CO 81230

Position Description
OUTREACH EDUCATION INTERNSHIPS The National Park Service is accepting applications for internships in Outreach Education at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area.

All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, marital status, nondisqualifying physical or mental disabilities.

Applicants must be high school graduates and should either be attending a 2 or 4 year college or university or already have earned their degree.

Description of Duties:
Fall and Spring Internship: Intern will work directly with the Education Specialist, providing curriculum based programs for pre-K through high school students. The intern will be involved in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating in-park & outreach education programs. Specific duties will include program presentation both in classrooms and outdoors within the national park sites and surrounding areas, curriculum enhancement, activity development, creation of audio and visual programs, analysis of evaluations, and completion of a special project. Programs vary from 30 to 90 minute classroom presentations, in eleven communities, to five-hour outdoor field experiences in the park and surrounding outdoor locations. Interns will also assist with special events and projects.
Educational units encompass science, math, technology, and other educational disciplines and are based on park themes and management objectives.

Dates:
Fall-September 5 through November 22 (approximate), 11 week minimum. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Review of applications will begin on April 15.

The Area:
The headquarters of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area is located 15 miles west of Gunnison (population 7,000) in west-central Colorado. Gunnison offers the basic amenities including grocery stores, restaurants, churches, hospital and clinics, small department stores, an airport, and a four-year college. Two major ski resorts (Crested Butte and Monarch) are within an hour's drive from Gunnison. Montrose (population 14,000) is located about 50 miles to the west. Curecanti National Recreation Area has 40,526 acres (30,228 land and 10,298 water). There are three reservoirs within the recreation area: Blue Mesa Reservoir, 20 miles long with 96 miles of shoreline; Morrow Point Reservoir, 11 miles long with 24 miles of shoreline; and, Crystal Reservoir, 6 miles long with 19.6 miles of shoreline. The 30,330 acre Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park contains 12 miles of the deepest, steepest, and most spectacular scenery of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison. It is over two thousand vertical feet from the canyon rim to the surface of the Gunnison River.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Applicants will be ranked according to their knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:
•Ability to work with all age groups
•Knowledge of child development and corresponding teaching techniques
•Ability to communicate effectively, both speaking and writing
•Ability to work independently and as part of a team
•Knowledge of ecological principles, teaching methodology, life and earth sciences

Other Requirements

Applicant Must:
•Wear a uniform (brown pants, tan shirt and an NPS volunteer cap)
•Possess a valid driver's license
•Be able to work on steep-rocky terrain, at high elevations, in extreme weather

Benefits:
•Government furnished housing is available at no cost to the intern
•Reimbursement for some expenses may be available
•A $50.00 uniform allowance
•Interns are covered for injuries and liability while on duty by the Federal Workers Compensation Act and the Tort Claims Act
•Interns are encouraged to enroll for college credit
•Opportunities for professional development will be available

For More Information Contact:
National Park Service
102 Elk Creek
Gunnison, CO 81230

Position Description
OUTREACH EDUCATION INTERNSHIPS The National Park Service is accepting applications for internships in Outreach Education at Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area.

All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, marital status, nondisqualifying physical or mental disabilities.

Applicants must be high school graduates and should either be attending a 2 or 4 year college or university or already have earned their degree.

Description of Duties:
Fall and Spring Internship: Intern will work directly with the Education Specialist, providing curriculum based programs for pre-K through high school students. The intern will be involved in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating in-park & outreach education programs. Specific duties will include program presentation both in classrooms and outdoors within the national park sites and surrounding areas, curriculum enhancement, activity development, creation of audio and visual programs, analysis of evaluations, and completion of a special project. Programs vary from 30 to 90 minute classroom presentations, in eleven communities, to five-hour outdoor field experiences in the park and surrounding outdoor locations. Interns will also assist with special events and projects.
Educational units encompass science, math, technology, and other educational disciplines and are based on park themes and management objectives.

Dates:
Spring-February 15 through May 15 (approximate), 11 week minimum. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Review of applications will begin on October 15.

The Area:
The headquarters of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and Curecanti National Recreation Area is located 15 miles west of Gunnison (population 7,000) in west-central Colorado. Gunnison offers the basic amenities including grocery stores, restaurants, churches, hospital and clinics, small department stores, an airport, and a four-year college. Two major ski resorts (Crested Butte and Monarch) are within an hour's drive from Gunnison. Montrose (population 14,000) is located about 50 miles to the west. Curecanti National Recreation Area has 40,526 acres (30,228 land and 10,298 water). There are three reservoirs within the recreation area: Blue Mesa Reservoir, 20 miles long with 96 miles of shoreline; Morrow Point Reservoir, 11 miles long with 24 miles of shoreline; and, Crystal Reservoir, 6 miles long with 19.6 miles of shoreline. The 30,330 acre Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park contains 12 miles of the deepest, steepest, and most spectacular scenery of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison. It is over two thousand vertical feet from the canyon rim to the surface of the Gunnison River.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Applicants will be ranked according to their knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:
•Ability to work with all age groups
•Knowledge of child development and corresponding teaching techniques
•Ability to communicate effectively, both speaking and writing
•Ability to work independently and as part of a team
•Knowledge of ecological principles, teaching methodology, life and earth sciences

Other Requirements

Applicant Must:
•Wear a uniform (brown pants, tan shirt and an NPS volunteer cap)
•Possess a valid driver's license
•Be able to work on steep-rocky terrain, at high elevations, in extreme weather

Benefits:
•Government furnished housing is available at no cost to the intern
•Reimbursement for some expenses may be available
•A $50.00 uniform allowance
•Interns are covered for injuries and liability while on duty by the Federal Workers Compensation Act and the Tort Claims Act
•Interns are encouraged to enroll for college credit
•Opportunities for professional development will be available

For More Information Contact:
National Park Service

102 Elk Creek
Gunnison, CO 81230

Position Description
Come volunteer making videos in two National Park Service sites! This position involves assisting the park videographer by hiking throughout the parks and transporting/setting up camera and audio equipment.

Although a media background is preferred, it is not required. Training will be provided for those with limited video skills. Good physical fitness is desired. Start and end dates are flexible, however all video work must take place during the summer season. Free housing may be available.

Position Description
Contact Station and Visitor Services at Grand Portage National Monument, Minnesota

JOB TITLE
Grand Portage National Monument is looking for motivated, enthusiastic individuals and educators to work at the primary contact for visitors coming to Grand Portage National Monument. We are currently accepting applications for contact and visitor services.

DATES
There is one position available. It starts May 18, 2009. Options to commit to an additional 6 to 8 weeks. Strong consideration will be given to applicants that state their availability dates, and commit to a minimum 10-week period. The Monument is open to the public from Memorial weekend May 23, 2009 until Columbus weekend October 12, 2009.

DUTIES
This position serves as a primary contact for visitors coming to Grand Portage National Monument. You would provide information about the National Park Service, Grand Portage National Monument, the park mission, services and programs available to the public, as well as provide information about the Grand Portage community and its relationship to the park. Some of the primary duties include; developing and organizing materials for park information boards, hiking (patrolling) the front and backcountry areas of the park, answering the telephone, possible collection of fees (bonding is required) and assisting the interpretive division as appropriate, and computer data entry. Identification as a park volunteer (VIP) is required (identification will be provided by the park) or the wearing of “historical clothing.”

SKILLS
Experience in working with the public; e.g. the ability to communicate and relate well with the public and people’s needs; the ability to provide accurate, timely and complete information using various mediums, and the ability to work in inclement weather conditions. The ability to collect and document statistical data, experience in informational displays e.g. exhibit design and layout is helpful. Some computer skills are advantageous.

COMPENSATION
In support of your valuable VIP contributions of 24 hours during a particular week, we offer a place to park your mobile home or travel trailer with full RV hookups: water, sewer, electrical, phone (on your established account) connections, and access to washers and dryers. Other housing is extremely limited in Grand Portage. A small number of shared housing units may be available dependent on requirements of other seasonal staff. We request a commitment of ten weeks or longer and attendance at seasonal training from May 18, 2009 through about June 3, 2009. Training includes an Ojibwe culture day, opportunities for first aid and AED/CPR, monument operations, and training in historic weapons demonstrations offered by a premier National Park Service black powder instructor and a hike along the Grand Portage footpath with our knowledgeable staff.

AREA DESCRIPTION
Grand Portage National Monument comprises 710 acres within the Grand Portage Indian Reservation. Reconstructed structures of the monument are located on Grand Portage Bay in the community of Grand Portage. The community has a post office, convenience store, gas station, 100 room lodge and casino and a community center which includes a computer library within a mile of the Monument. The town of Grand Marais, Minnesota is about 40 miles west on Highway 61. Grand Marais is a small community with three grocery stores, auto repair facilities and the famous North House Folk School. The city of Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada is 50 mile east on Highway 61, has all the usual amenities found in cities. An automobile is recommended but not required but could be very useful to explore the numerous sights surrounding Grand Portage. Just west of Grand Portage lies the wilderness of The Boundary Waters Canoe Area.

HOW TO APPLY
To apply for an interpretive position at Grand Portage National Monument, please submit a resume by email or mail. You may also attach a resume in the comments section (#18) to the APPLY ONLINE FOR THIS POSITION at located at the bottom of this announcement. Your application and resume should include your name, address, telephone number, the names of any universities attended and a brief synopsis of your work experience. Please provide the names of at least two references (preferably former or current supervisors). Please email your application/resume to Mike Plummer-Steen at mike_plummer-steen@nps.gov or you may post an application/resume to: Grand Portage National Monument, Volunteers In Parks, P.O. Box 426, 170 Mile Creek Road, Grand Portage, MN 55605 Phone: 218-475-0123

Come join us for a summer filled with camaraderie, adventure, fun, and the excitement of shared knowledge and experience! Thank you for your interest in visitor service at Grand Portage National Monument.

Position Description
During the 2009 summer season, The Pike National Forest-South Park Ranger District will have five Forest Service Internship opportunities available. The South Park Ranger District includes 540,296 pristine acres ranging in elevations from 7,100 to 14,285 feet. Most of the district is located in Park County, Colorado with a small portion in Teller County, Colorado. A very active mining industry once thrived in South Park, and when the local village of Tarryall (or Grab-all as many called it) turned a cold shoulder to newcomers, the town of Fairplay was born. Today, Fairplay is the main hub of South Park and draws in visitors from all over the world for hiking, camping, fishing, horseback riding, ATV-ing, and much more.

The Forest Service Internship positions fall under the Division of Recreation in the South Park office. Duties may include: staffing visitor centers in Fairplay, Wilkerson Pass, and Boreas Pass; providing area information to forest users; staffing special events such as Burro Days and Railroad Day; and developing and presenting educational programs on the geology, hydrology, ecosystems, natural history, or cultural history of the area. Programs will be presented to forest visitors, local community groups, and summer youth organizations.

The Internship positions will run from May 15, 2009 through August 22, 2009. Dates are flexible to accommodate school schedules. The forest service anticipates filling five internship positions for the 2008 summer season.Interns work a 40-hour workweek including weekends and holidays. A daily stipend of $15.00 is given for each day worked as well as free housing.

A Driver’s License is required. Daily assignments may include using a government vehicle to drive to Boreas Pass, Wilkerson pass, or various areas within the district. The intern is responsible for travel to and from school/residence and the forest for the summer season

Housing is available and is shared by other intern and seasonal staff. The housing is furnished with basic necessities. Bed linens, pillows, blankets, and towels will need to be brought with you. Housing is FREE OF CHARGE. All utilities are included. Cable Television is also included as well as local telephone usage. Cell Phone service works well with most carriers in Fairplay.

For those interested in the Forest Service Internship send a resume and two letters of recommendation to the Internship Coordinator. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applicants will be given first consideration. Pike National Forest South Park Ranger District C/O Christine Krooss PO Box 219 Fairplay, CO 80440

For more information about the Internship Program, contact Internship Coordinator Christine Krooss at(719) 836-2031, email: ckrooss@fs.fed.usTo learn more about the South Park Ranger District check out the district web page at:www.fs.fed.us/r2/psicc/sopa