![]() ![]() Interns at Florissant have opportunities to help in the preparation and stabilization of newly collected fossils (often uncovered by interns!). Interns are also able to study historic specimens. One of our biggest current projects involves the Monument's collection of Florissant’s fantastic fossils. ![]() Interns can participate in and develop projects around current fossil excavations, led by the park paleontologist or other visiting researchers. In addition, interns can participate in monitoring all known fossil locations for erosion and vandalism concerns. ![]() Any museum is only as great as its ability to organize and analyze specimens in their collection. To do this, most museums and parks utilize some form of database management software. In these projects, interns work with the Museum Technician and learn how to use these programs to help with existing collection-based research. In many of these cases, interns become proficient if not experts at these programs, a skill they can utilize as they develop their careers. ![]() Inventory and Monitoring Museum and Trailside Exhibit Development Collection and Database Management Assist with Field Excavations Development of new Trail and Geologic Maps Development of Visitor and Educational Materials Virtual Paleo-Lab Tours Development of paleo website content Public Outreach ![]() At Florissant, paleontology interns can also choose to conduct individual research projects that may lead to further academic opportunities, under the world-class supervision of our paleontology and collections team. These projects can relate to paleontological topics in a variety of ways. Some past individual projects include:
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Current Openings We are currently accepting applications for a Natural Resource Management Assistant with Scientists in the Parks/AmeriCoprps, please see this link for more information and to apply. Applications close on October 12, 2025. Natural Resource Management Assistant - AmeriCorps at Conservation Legacy |
Last updated: September 4, 2025