Internships

Education Assistant

The Education Assistant will work closely with NPS staff to provide curriculum-based environmental education programming through virtual distance learning, visits to classrooms, going to community events, and some in-park programming. Using established outlines and curriculum, the intern will assist Education Rangers by independently delivering distance learning programs on a variety of natural science topics including ecosystems, habitats, and climate change in our state-of-the-art distance learning studio and in the park in the warmer months. Programming will focus on real-world scientific data collection as well as habitat-restoration service projects to support the park and help students understand the impacts of recent ecological changes and how a protected, diverse ecosystem can withstand. All programs will follow National and/or Virginia state standards for school curriculum as well as focus on STEM-focused activities and learning objectives to enhance the school’s curriculum while providing valuable and fun experiences for school children to provoke learning, inspire stewardship, and contribute to an active lifestyle of children ages PreK through high school.

Weeky stipend: $665
Term dates: 36 weeks beginning Nov. 4, 2024 (flexible start date)
Schedule: Typically Monday - Friday with some evening and weekend work
Housing: Park housing is not available

Learn more about the position and apply here!