There are many ways to get involved with the programs of the Resource Stewardship and Science directorate including:
Internships
Employment - seasonal, term, and permanent
Research opportunities - including the Scientists in Parks program
Volunteer positions
Internships
Cultural Resource Programs - Multiple
Annually - hires individuals through a NCPE (National Council for Preservation Education) agreement to serve as interns for programs including: Archeology, Anthropology, Cultural Landscapes, Historic Architecture, History, and Museum Resources. Summer positions (beginning May to July and ending September to October) are typically posted on https://preservenet.org/ncpe-internships/ in January. Academic year positions (beginning January and ending in April) are typically posted on https://preservenet.org/ncpe-internships/ in September.
Invasive Plant Management program
Annually - hires individuals to serve on field crews managing invasive plants from spring through early fall. Positions are typically posted on USAJobs in winter (January-March). Internships are also offered for similar positions through Conservation Legacy.Inventory & Monitoring
Annually - hires individuals to serve on field crews monitoring forest vegetation from late spring through early fall and stream water quality year round. Positions are typically posted on USAJobs in winter (December - February).Urban Ecology Research Learning Alliance
Annually - hires individuals to serve as interns on a variety of project topics involving natural and cultural resources in national parks of the National Capital Region. Internships may run over the summer or through the year.Current Job Opportunities
This list includes all park and program jobs open to the public in the Washington, DC area with typical natural and cultural resource position codes (i.e. 0401-Biologist, 1301-Physical Scientist, 0808-Historic Architect, etc.)
Applications for jobs with the National Park Service are accepted via USAJOBS, the federal government's official source for job listings and employment information. The jobs listed below are drawn from USAJOBS; clicking on any of them will take you to the detailed job announcement on that site. Learn more about working for the National Park Service.
Open Period:
December 04, 2025 - April 10, 2026
Salary:
$19.33 - $23.94 / PH
Position Info:
You may occasionally be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work. - NTE 1039 Hours: The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is May-October, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: April 19, 2026
Series and Grade:
GS - 0404 - 5/7
Who May Apply:
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Open to the public
Open to the public
Location:
Luray, Virginia
Job Summary
These positions are located in Shenandoah National Park, in the Natural and Cultural Resources Division. The positions will perform common biological science field tasks related to natural resource management. See Duties Section for various position duties that may include plants, vegetation monitoring, and compliance.
Open Period:
December 09, 2025 - January 05, 2026
Salary:
$29.72 - $29.72 / PH
Position Info:
You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work. - NTE 1039 Hours - The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for this position is May through October but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: May 17, 2026
Series and Grade:
GS - 0437 - 9
Who May Apply:
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Open to the public
Open to the public
Location:
Yorktown, Virginia
Job Summary
Serves as a technical advisor in horticulture for Colonial National Historical Park. Develops and implements landscape and vegetation management plans, conducts research and monitoring, preserves cultural landscapes, & provides guidance on horticultural practices to support park stewardship and resource protection. This announcement has been extended to encourage additional applicants. If you have already applied, no further action is required your application remains under full consideration.
Open Period:
December 15, 2025 - January 23, 2026
Salary:
$19.52 - $21.76 / PH
Position Info:
You may be required to occasionally work weekends, holidays, or overtime. - NTE 1039 Hours: The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is April-May, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: May 3, 2026
Series and Grade:
GS - 0404 - 5/6
Who May Apply:
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Open to the public
Open to the public
Location:
Luray, Virginia
Job Summary
These positions are located in Shenandoah National Park, in the Natural and Cultural Resource Division. The primary purpose of the positions is to assist with the implementation of fish population monitoring throughout the park. These positions will serve on a field crew conducting backpack electrofishing surveys in mountain stream habitats.
Open Period:
December 18, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Salary:
$48.59 - $63.17 / PH
Position Info:
Not provided. See the job summary.
Series and Grade:
GS - 0807 - 12
Who May Apply:
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Open to the public
Open to the public
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia
Job Summary
This position is located in National Mall and Memorial Parks. This position will assist teams in initiating and guiding park design/construction projects from inception to completion. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for National Mall and Memorial Parks is March - September, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: March
Open Period:
December 19, 2025 - January 02, 2026
Salary:
$48.59 - $63.17 / PH
Position Info:
Not provided. See the job summary.
Series and Grade:
GS - 0808 - 12
Who May Apply:
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Open to the public
Open to the public
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia
Job Summary
This position is located in National Mall and Memorial Parks. This position will assist teams in initiating and guiding park design/construction projects from inception to completion. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for National Mall and Memorial Parks is March-September, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: March
Open Period:
December 19, 2025 - January 02, 2026
Salary:
$27.66 - $35.97 / PH
Position Info:
Not provided. See the job summary.
Series and Grade:
GS - 0404 - 7
Who May Apply:
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Open to the public
Open to the public
Location:
Sharpsburg, Maryland
Job Summary
This position supports natural resource programs by conducting field surveys, collecting and analyzing biological data, monitoring environmental conditions, and assisting with project planning. Open to the first 60 applicants or until 12/24/2025 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration
Open Period:
December 19, 2025 - January 02, 2026
Salary:
$27.39 - $35.61 / PH
Position Info:
Not provided. See the job summary.
Series and Grade:
GS - 0404 - 7
Who May Apply:
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Open to the public
Open to the public
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia
Job Summary
This position is located in Rock Creek Park, in the Division of Resource Management. The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period for Rock Creek Park is April-October, but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: April 2026 Open to the first 100 applicants or until Close Date whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.
Open Period:
December 23, 2025 - January 06, 2026
Salary:
$26.47 - $30.88 / PH
Position Info:
Not provided. See the job summary.
Series and Grade:
WG - 5003 - 6
Who May Apply:
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Open to the public
Open to the public
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia
Job Summary
The incumbent of this position serves as a gardener at a National Park Service Unit. The primary purpose of the position is to provide proper care and maintenance for lawns, flowers, shrubs, and trees. Open to the first 70 applicants or until 01/06/2026 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.
To view more NPS job opportunities, go to USAJOBS.
Last updated: March 8, 2024