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 🔗Traditional Trades Advancement Program – National Capital Parks-East

  • Full Time
  • Washington D.C., DC
  • $720.0/- USD / Week
  • Job Summary: American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service, is seeking TWO members to contribute to historic preservation projects alongside National Capital Parks staff.
  • Job Qualifications:

    Required:

    – Members must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident, as required by U.S. government contracts.

    – Members must have a High School Diploma or GED.

    – Members must be ages 18-30 (up to 35 if a U.S. veteran).

    – Willing and able to represent ACE and the partner organization in a professional, positive, and enthusiastic manner.

    – Ability to be both self-directed/work alone, and be a positive, contributing member of a group.

    – A current and valid form of ID (will be required to provide copies of ID’s upon hiring)

    – Willing to undergo and must pass the required criminal history checks.

    – Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

    – ACE Members will need to complete bi-weekly timesheets, beginning of term feedback forms, end of term evaluations and for longer terms, a mid-term evaluation.

    – Member may not participate in any prohibited activities as listed in the Member Service Agreement.

    Preferred:

    – Ability and willingness to learn and work independently and collaboratively with a team.

    – Carry out work duties that include heavy lifting, repetitive tasks, and exposure to heat and humidity.

    – Deep interest in historic preservation, trades, and/or the environment.

  • How to Apply:

    Early consideration will be given as applications are received. This position may close at any time. Please apply on our website.

  • Application URL: https://usaconservation.applicantpool.com/jobs/1298560

Website American Conservation Experience

American Conservation Experience (ACE) is a national nonprofit conservation corps partnering with federal, state, and additional land management organizations to complete essential conservation projects while advancing emerging professionals in conservation.

Start Date: June 15, 2026

Estimated End Date: December 11, 2026

*a 26-week minimum commitment is required *

The TTAP interns will perform mission-critical maintenance and preservation projects at National Capital Parks-East (NACE). Members will perform a variety of maintenance and repair projects to include painting, graffiti removal, vegetation removal, repairing masonry surfaces, asphalt repair, etc., in order to best support the D.C. Safe and Beautiful efforts. The day-to-day duties of the members will include painting posts and chains, bollards, picnic tables, large planters, light posts, signposts, curbs/wayside bases and frames, trellises and barriers, etc. They will clean and wash wayside panels and clean the exteriors of structures by removing graffiti and invasive plants. They will prune trees and shrubs to improve visibility and reduce hazards, and they will also address other safety hazards by repairing walkways (softening edges) and securing railings. Lastly, they will perform water drainage checks. During their term, members will cultivate valuable skills in the preservation, restoration, stabilization, and maintenance projects at D.C.’s most iconic and important cultural sites and resources.

Benefits

All NCPE interns received an hourly stipend, the rate is listed at each position description. Additionally, interns receive paid time off (PTO), paid Federal holidays if working full-time, and access to NCPE's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for career and personal counseling, coaching, and referrals. Project sites may also offer a housing allowance and/or commuting stipend; this information is also listed in the description or offered during the interview.

Eligible NCPE interns who successfully complete their internships may count their position towards earning a Public Land Corps (PLC) Non-Competitive Hiring Authority certificate. To be eligible to earn a PLC certificate, an intern must be 30 years old or younger (or 35 if a veteran). Once earned, the PLC hiring authority certificate may be used to apply for eligible Federal temporary, term, or permanent positions. Successful completion of a NCPE internship does not guarantee Federal employment. Contact manager@preservenet.org for more details.

Eligibility

To be eligible, applicants must be
*at least 18 years old;
*no older than 30 years of age (or 35 years if a Veteran) when beginning the internship; applicants who are 31 or older (or 36 or older if a Veteran) are not eligible;
*currently enrolled in a degree-seeking academic program at the college level (or recently graduated within the past 12 months)
*be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident.

Interns are not allowed to work more than 1200 hours total in the program; previous interns must stay within this overall limit. The length of an internship can vary from 10 to 30 weeks if full-time (40 hours per week) or longer if on a part-time schedule. If selected, the exact starting date will be determined by you and the NPS supervisor. The stipend rate is $17.00 per hour unless otherwise listed.

The successful candidate is responsible for finding and paying for travel to and housing at the internship location; some exceptions apply. The supervising office may be able to assist in locating housing but it is ultimately up to the individual accepting the internship to find accommodation.

The National Council requires all interns working in-person at Federal facilities and/or with Federal employees receive the Covid-19 vaccination. Please be advised that you may also be required to wear a mask, depending on the protocols adopted by your work site. Also be aware that, due to Government-wide security requirements, a background check will be required if you are selected for a position. This will include providing information about recent housing and employment history. The position supervisor will have more information about these requirements and procedures at the time of hiring. You may direct any questions to NCPE's Internship Program Director, Julee Johnson, at manager@preservenet.org.

Please note that interns are not NCPE or NPS employees. Stipends are academic awards and taxes are not withheld, nor are social security contributions made on your behalf. These funds may be taxable, however, so consult a tax preparation professional if you have questions.

How to Apply

You may review NCPE's internship opportunities anytime without registering. Use the search function to find listings by location, keyword, or area of interest/category. Once you identify one or more positions of interest, there is a 3-step application process.

Step 1: Click on the Apply for Job button, then select Universal Application. Click on Register to create a User Account, which requires a username and email. A link will be sent to you from manager@preservenet.org to create a password. We suggest that you add this email to your safe senders list so you don't miss receiving this important link. You will be instructed to Log In to Preservenet using your username or email and password, which will take you back to the Universal Application.

Step 2: The Universal Application is required to apply for all NCPE internships. You fill out this form only once. In addition to contact information, educational status, work history, and experience, it requires two attachments: (1) the 2 most recent years of academic transcripts. These may be unofficial transcripts if official versions are unavailable. A PDF is preferred, labeled Your Your Last Name_Your First Name_Transcript. (2) a resume or CV (curriculum vitae). Please limit to a maximum of 4 pages; 2 pages are preferred. A PDF is preferred but jpg, png, doc, or docx file types are accepted. Label Your Last Name_Your First Name_Resume. This form may be saved as a draft and completed later. Use the link provided to return to the form.

Step 3: Once you submit the Universal Application, you may browse and apply for NCPE internships using the link provided. Complete the application process by clicking on the Apply for job button found at each internship listing and upload the required Essay. Use the essay to explain why you are applying for an internship, including how your interest areas will benefit the National Park Service (NPS) and how the internship will further your studies and career goals. Be as specific as possible; there is a 400-word maximum length. Submit the essay to finish the application for that position. You may apply for a maximum of 6 internships during an application round; there is no limit at other times of the year. DO NOT SKIP THIS STEP!



Logging in with a Registered User Account and completing the Universal Application is required to apply for NCPE Internships. Please visit the Universal Application page to register for an account and complete the form. After logging in and completing the form, refreshing this listing will display the Job Application to apply online.