• Castle Williams as seen from New York Harbor

    Governors Island

    National Monument New York

Volunteer - Content Specialist Assistant

Position Description:

Volunteers comb through reference materials, either on or off site, to add to our growing body of knowledge regarding the history of Governors Island and its relationship to New York Harbor, New York City, American and world history. Once information has been uncovered, volunteers may have the opportunity to provide content for the park's web site, informational/interpretive flyers and text for exhibit signs.

Volunteer Availability:

Wednesday - Sunday, June- mid October

Monday - Friday, end of October - May 30th

Suggested Number of Hours: 8 hours/week


Other Information:
  • Volunteers will receive training from the Volunteer Coordinator and park staff.
  • Volunteers will wear a standard uniform during the season. National Park Service Volunteer patches are provided by the park.
  • Government Housing is not available.

How Can I Apply?

Click here to apply on-line

Did You Know?

Castle Williams

Castle Williams, named after its architect Jonathan Williams upon its completion in 1811, was originally known only as The Tower.