Volunteer

A Great Place to Volunteer

Oregon Caves National Monument & Preserve is one of the few publicly accessible marble caves in the Northwest and offers a wealth of scientific knowledge about the region's natural history. Nestled beneath towering conifers, maples, and madrone trees, the Visitor Center and historic Chateau lodge welcome visitors at the entrance of the caves. The monument also protects an old-growth forest in the rugged landscape of southwestern Oregon, an area renowned for its geological and biological diversity.

Picture Yourself Volunteering at Oregon Caves

Do you love nature and want to help serve park visitors while protecting these valuable resources? If so, Oregon Caves National Monument offers Volunteers-In-Parks (VIP) opportunities! Whether you're interested in working above ground or below, this park offers unique experiences for volunteers in a variety of fields, including science, restoration, interpretation, and more. You can gain valuable experience, learn new skills, and make meaningful contributions.

How to Get Involved

Download and fill out the VIP Application (360 KB PDF) and submit it to the VIP Coordinator. Volunteers have flexibility in choosing how long they want to serve and can engage in a wide variety of jobs and projects, from short-term to long-term commitments. The park also offers student internships and group service projects in conjunction with the Volunteers-In-Parks program, helping with career development and community service.

There are volunteering opportunities for:

• Individuals: Participate in special volunteer events or ongoing roles.
• Students: Internships are available through partnerships with the Student Conservation Association and the Geological Society of America.
• Groups: Half-day or full-day service projects are often available, including tasks such as pulling invasive weeds or assisting with cave preservation.
• International Volunteers: Meet visa and immigration requirements to be eligible for volunteering with the National Park Service. Find out more about the International Volunteers-in-Parks program.

Volunteer Housing

Limited dormitory-style park housing may be available for volunteers, though pets are not permitted. While there are no RV sites within the park, an off-park RV site may be available for volunteers who commit to at least three months of service. Download the housing handout (202 KB PDF) for more information.

Take part in helping preserve this natural wonder while gaining skills, making connections, and giving back to an important national treasure.