Become an Academic Intern
Accepting Applications for Spring 2015 Apply Today
Open ONLY to San Francisco State University & City College of San Francisco Students
The Golden Gate National Parks include iconic sites like Muir Woods, Crissy Field, and Alcatraz. We welcome you to experience your national park next door.
The Parks Conservancy and National Park Service seek to increase diversity in the workplace and reflect the changing demographics of our Bay Area community. People of color and from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Academic credit and small stipend available.
OPPORTUNITIES INCLUDE
Environmental Science, Multimedia Design, Education, Journalism, Facilities Management, Business Management, Public Programs...
As an Intern you will receive:
- $50 daily stipend (per 8 hours).
- Real work experience.
- Professional & educational development.
- Potential for future job opportunities.
- Academic credit possible (student responsible for confirming eligibility).
- The enjoyment of working in a beautiful park.
- Real-life experience with a network of people who love their jobs
This exciting program is a partnership of the National Park Service, Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, San Francisco State University and City College of San Francisco.
How to Apply
Complete the Application Form Survey (click to open) and email your resume and a thoughtful cover letter to "Academic Internship Committee" at AcademicIntern@parksconservancy.org. Please include "Academic Internship Application" in the subject line and list the position title(s) of interest in your email.
Be sure to include the following in your cover letter:
- Your experience or lack of experience (that’s ok!) with national parks.
- Why you are interested in the position.
- What unique perspective you bring.
Recommendation: Apply for more than one position!
- If you see multiple positions that are a good fit for you, apply for them all.
- On the application form there is a section to rank your choices.
- This will only increase your chances in the selection process.
For more information about the internships either send an email to academicintern@parksconservancy.org OR call (415) 561-3544.
For information about the academic credit and other educational related questions contact:
Students at SFSU contact:
Dr. Barbara Holzman, Professor, Geography and Environmental Studies, bholzman@sfsu.edu
Dr. Nina Roberts, Professor, Recreation, Parks & Tourism, nroberts@sfsu.edu
Students at CCSF contact:
Crima Pogge, Professor of Biology, cpogge@ccsf.edu
Academic Internship Program
Email: academicintern@parksconservancy.org
Website: parksconservancy.org/academic-intern
Location: Fort Mason, San Francisco, CA, United States
Phone: (415) 561-4749
Facebook: www.facebook.com/GoldenGateNPS
Twitter: @goldengatenps