Come Explore Our Youth and Young Adult Programs!

The National Park Service is dedicated to engaging and connecting America’s youth and young adults to our more than 400 national parks and programs through fun recreational, educational, vocational, and volunteer service opportunities. Youth and young adults up to age 30 and veterans 35 years old or younger are invited to discover and take part in developmental programs and activities designed to engage various age groups.  

These programs and activities allow participants to: 

  • Explore their national parks

  • Participate in fun educational and recreational activities

  • Give back through volunteer service  

  • Build skills through paid internships and fellowships 

  • Create pathways to begin a career in public service

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Kids & Pre-Teens

Learn about programs for kids and pre-teens that are related to education, recreation, and service. 

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Teens

Learn how to participate in service projects and volunteer opportunities.

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Young Adults

Learn about paid internships, fellowships, jobs, volunteer, and recreational opportunities.

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Partner With Us

Check out how our partners are working with the National Park Service related to youth and young adult programs.

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Youth-Serving Organizations

Participate in service-learning opportunities, like camps, field trips, and scouting.

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Work With Us

Discover jobs, paid internships, and volunteer opportunities with the National Park Service.

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Youth and Young Adult Program News

Read about the latest news, activities, and events going on across our national park sites for youth and young adults.

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Events

Discover upcoming and past events, including some with our partners.

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Contact Us

We’d love to hear from you. Find ways to connect with us and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X at @NPSYouth.

Last updated: June 11, 2025

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