The Yosemite Leadership Program (YLP) Summer Internship is a 12-week professional development program that focuses on leadership, professional skill development, environmental awareness, stewardship, and creating positive change. Position Descriptions and ApplicationPosition descriptions [745 kb PDF] EligibilityApplicants are required to be a college student in good standing, possess a valid driver’s license, be available for the entire duration of the summer internship, and must successfully complete a background check upon the offer of an internship position. Internships are available to University of California, Merced students and to previous Youth in Yosemite affiliated program participants. Internship AmenitiesInterns will be provided shared, furnished housing with WiFi. A food stipend of $15 per day worked is provided ($75/week). Government vehicles will be available for work-related use. Upon successful completion of the internship, interns will be awarded a $2500 scholarship. Internship Breakdown
Direct Hiring AuthorityUpon successful completion of YLPSI and their college degree program, participants may be granted Direct Hire Authority with the Department of the Interior including the National Park Service. This is an important aspect of the program, which provides non-competitive hiring for permanent positions throughout the Department of the Interior. This eligibility is good for 24 months from the interns’ graduation date. |
Last updated: February 8, 2019