We run a training and education program that:
- captivates aspiring preservationists and cultivates the NPS workforce,
- instills a preservation ethic in the service,
- revives the art and status of craft skills, and
- grows diversity and supports inclusion within the historic preservation field.
Aspiring Preservationist Programs
These programs are geared toward youth, people serving in the military, and military veterans interested in getting involved with historic preservation. Check out the individual programs below for more information.-
Build Up Technical Internship
Internships for students and recent graduates in technical fields.
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Historic Stewards Program
This program targets students currently enrolled in trades, construction or other hand-on, preservation-related fields of study.
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Indian Youth Service Corps
The Indian Youth Service Corps provides opportunities for Indigenous youth to engage in public service.
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Preservation in Practice
Preservation in Practice is a four-week, paid, summer field school aimed at undergraduate architecture students attending HBCUs.
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Traditional Trades Advancement Program
TTAP provides hands-on, historic preservation trade skills training during an intensive five-month learning-while-working experience.
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SkillBridge
SkillBridge is an opportunity for military service members to gain skills through industry training in their last 180 days of service.
Continuing Education Opportunities
These opportunities are aimed at NPS employees and industry professionals looking to develop their skills and gain mastery in historic preservation and traditional trades skills. Opportunities vary in length from a couple of days to multi-year programs. Select a program below to learn more.-
BEST Preservation Workshops
Training for NPS employees in the preservation of traditionally-built historic resources using problem-based and hands-on learning.
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Harrison Goodall Preservation Fellowship
This fellowship gives graduate students and enterprising professionals the opportunity to make a contribution to the field of preservation.
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Preservation and Skills Training
Trains NPS maintenance employees in the proper preservation, care, and maintenance of our historic assets within the National Park System.
Task Support Tools
These learning aids are meant to provide on-the-job support at the precise moment of need. They range from online how-to videos to checklists for preservation best practices. Select an example below to learn more.-
Trades Alive Video Series
This video series features historic preservationists and trades specialists from across the NPS.
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Preservation Briefs
Provide guidance on preserving, rehabilitating, and restoring historic buildings.
Last updated: March 21, 2023