National Park Service (NPS) Scientists in Parks (SIP) Interns - Winter 2024-2025

Scientists in Parks provides immersive, paid work experiences in natural resource fields so the next generation of park stewards—especially those underrepresented in science—have a unique opportunity to work on important real-world projects while building professional experience and a life-long connection to America’s national parks.

Program Scope

Project areas will encompass the physical, biological, and social sciences and will address a spectrum of topics—including air quality, climate change, geology, hydrology, night skies, paleontology, communication, and outreach. The program also invites science-related positions that intersect with the human dimensions of managing natural resources.

Values

SIP welcomes aspiring professionals to apply and we invite the full participation of individuals currently being underserved in STEM career fields. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals from racially and/or ethnically diverse communities, individuals with disabilities, individuals from LGBTIQ+ communities, and individuals who experience intersectionality with one or more of these identities.

Learn more and apply: www.scientistsinparks.org

Attend an informational webinar: Wed., May 22, 2024, 1:00 p.m.– 2:30 p.m. EDT [Register Now]

“I think these are incredible opportunities to gauge where your passions and interests are, and what a wonderful place to do it.”

- Jessie Pearl, Summer 2018 Participant at Saguaro National Park

Application
*Scientists in Parks is now accepting applications for Winter 2024–2025 SIP Intern opportunities
*Deadline: Sunday, 16 June 2024, 11:59 p.m. EDT

Learn more and apply: www.scientistsinparks.org

Eligibility
*A U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident.

*Must be 18 years or older.
*Have not completed four AmeriCorps terms previously.

*Available the entire number of weeks listed in the position description(s) for which you apply.
*Able to successfully complete a federal government background clearance and a separate AmeriCorps background check.

Who should apply to be an SIP Intern?

SIP Intern positions are the best fit for aspiring professionals with entry to mid-level skill sets that translate to their interest areas. An SIP Intern position is a great way to get involved in park science and build relevant career experience by addressing the current natural resource management needs of national parks.

Contact: sip@geosociety.org

Location: Nationwide, USA, etc. If it needs a specific location, put Boulder, Colorado, 80301

Min. Education: High School

Min. Experience: 0 to 1 years

Entry Level? Yes

Salary? $14.00/hr and up

Opportunity Type: Internships

Contact

Matthew Dawson

sip@geosociety.org

contact via the web posting is preferred (see Details section)