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Two of our Volunteers-in-Parks (VIPs) hard at work

Volunteer Opportunities in Support of the
Jamaica Bay Unit

Our volunteers play an important role in the continuing stewardship of our National Parks. Volunteers-in-Parks, also known as VIPs, are active, dynamic, creative individuals who possess the skills, desire, patience, and time to accomplish a wide variety of tasks. Discover more about volunteer opportunities in our Parks.

Students in high school and college are encouraged to participate in service internships and volunteer opportunities with the National Park Service. We work with the Student Conservation Association (SCA) to engage students who wish to take part in the meaningful conservation of our National Parks. Discover more about the Student Conservation Association.















 One of our VIPs seining in Jamaica BayVIPs are active stewards of our Park resourcesVIPs, with guidance and supervision from the National Park Service, help to reestablish critical habitat