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Cultural Resources Diversity Internship Program
STUDENT FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS
What are the
benefits of this internship program?
- These internships are a
unique career exploration opportunity in the historic
preservation/cultural resources field.
- Interns contribute to the
preservation of the nation's cultural heritage.
- Internships with this
program are paid.
See below.
- If necessary, travel from
the intern's home base to the internship location is paid by the
program.*
- Summer interns will
travel to Washington,
DC for a 3-day Career
Workshop hosted by the National Park Service; travel, meals, and
accommodations are paid by the program.
Who is eligible for this internship program?
- Students currently
enrolled in a college or university degree program, either
undergraduate or graduate programs.
- Recent graduates, within
one year of the start of the internship, are also eligible.†
What do I need to
submit for my application?
- A resume or curriculum
vitae (c.v.), preferably 1-2 pages that
includes: your education information; previous and current experience;
publications or presentations; awards, scholarships honors, etc.
- A cover letter that
includes a statement, 100 words or less, of why you want the
internship and why you are qualified.
- A school transcript. An
unofficial one is acceptable.
- At least one letter of
reference from a professor or previous supervisor/employer.
- Submit
your application materials directly to the Student Conservation
Association (SCA). Electronic submissions are preferred: jchow@thesca.org, phone
703-524-2441, fax 703-524-2451.
- It
is highly recommended that you provide all of the above materials. An
incomplete application is less competitive.
Will I need to
provide references or recommendations?
- Yes. List at least three
references with full contact information as part of your resume or
c.v.
- References are typically
supplied by current and former employers, and current and former
professors. A professional non-relative who has worked with you in a
community context also may be considered a reference.
- A letter of
recommendation sent from your former employer or professor should be
sent directly to SCA.
Will I be
interviewed?
- Yes. Interviews are
conducted by telephone; the project supervisor will review your
application material and call you. If you are local to the project
site, an in-person interview may be arranged.
When are
applications due?
- Applications are accepted
beginning in January 2009.
- Application deadline is March 16,
2009. Applications will be accepted until the positions are
filled.
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Is this a paid
internship?
- Yes, this is an
expense-paid and salaried internship. Interns are paid every two weeks
for full-time work hours of the project.
Summer Internship benefits:
Ø
Paid a set salary of $225/week.
Ø Basic medical insurance
coverage.
Ø Housing stipend of up to
$800/month.
Ø A $100.00 uniform allowance.
Ø Travel expenses up to $630.
Ø Eligible for an Americorps Educational Award of $1,000.
Can I apply to more than one project?
- Yes, students can apply
to multiple projects that they are genuinely interested in.
- It is recommended that
students apply to 3-4 projects and rank their order of preference.
What
is the time commitment of the internship?
- Internships are full-time
work and you must relocate (if necessary) to within normal commuting
distance of the internship. Completing the internship on a part-time
basis is not encouraged, and only permitted on a case-by-case basis.
Contact SCA for more information.
- Summer internships are 10
weeks beginning June 1, 2009.
- Start and end dates are
determined by the host site and confirmed with the intern upon hire.
- Summer internships
include a 3-day Career Workshop in Washington, DC
during the last week of the internship. Travel to and from Washington is
in addition to the Career Workshop schedule.
How can I find housing?
- You will be responsible
for finding and paying for your own housing convenient to the
worksite.
- Both SCA and the project
supervisor will work with you to provide information about local
housing resources.
- A housing stipend of $800/month
is provided.
- The host site may provide
housing when the project is located in remote (non-urban) locations.
When will I know
if I have been selected for the internship?
- You will be notified by
email when your application has been submitted. You may also receive
contact information for the site supervisor for your use in pursuing
the opportunity.
- Notification time varies,
but you should inquire about your status 2-3 weeks after your
application is submitted to the project supervisor.
- If selected, the project
supervisor will make the offer of the internship; you will be asked to
respond within 2-3 business days.
- After confirming your
acceptance of the internship, you will work with SCA staff to enroll
in the program.
- Internships with the
National Park Service will require security clearance at least 30 days
prior to the start date.
How can I get
more information?
- Visit the website:
http://www.cr.nps.gov/crdi, click “Internships”
- Contact the National Park
Service coordinator: Turkiya Lowe, 202-354-2266, turkiya_lowe@contractor.nps.gov
- Contact the Student
Conservation Association coordinator, Justin Chow, 703-524-2441 ext.
25, jchow@thesca.org or SCA, 1800
N. Kent St, Suite 102, Arlington,
VA 22209
*Interns must be willing to travel by air or use alternative
transportation not to exceed a reasonable amount of time.
†For Everett cosponsored projects
in Washington, DC, students who graduated in 2006 are
NOT eligible, unless they are accepted and planning to attend a graduate
program in the fall 2007.
-Go to
Diversity Internships Page-
-Go to Internship
Opportunities-
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