1800.  Internship with the Archeology Program, Departmental Consulting Archeologist:  Works with the Archeology program as a research assistant on small research projects, organizing and cataloging office records and archives, databases, resource protection, and related projects.  May assist in developing materials for archeology training and researching and developing educational materials for archeology outreach.  May work on aspects of Web development, including links verification and technical editing (400 hours).

1801.  Internship with the National NAGPRA Program:  Assists program staff in supplementing information contained in a recently-completed database of over 118,000 Native American human remains listed by museums and federal agencies as “culturally unidentifiable” (CUI) in their collection inventory.  Duties will involve creation of a second database from program records of human remains for which a cultural affiliation with an Indian tribe or Native Hawaiian organization has been determined, to allow more complete examination and comparison of federal decisions on these remains and other cultural items.  This will assist tribes’ consultations with museums on issues related to repatriation of human remains and is expected to lead ultimately to identification of many of the entries in the CUI database.  Some knowledge of Native American culture, archeology, and museum practices, familiarity with MS Word, Excel, and Access software, and an ability to identify relevant information from documentation such as archeological and museum data required (400 hours). 

1802.  Internship with the National Capital Region, Cultural Landscape Program:  Works with and assists historical landscape architects, landscape historians, archeologists and other preservation professionals to complete various Cultural Landscape Inventories and other ongoing cultural landscape projects associated with different National Park sites in the Washington, DC, metropolitan area.  Duties include researching the landscape history of a historic property; site visits and field work to document the existing conditions with photographs and maps; analyzing the landscape features; and entering the information into a database.  A working knowledge of MS Word and some experience with ArcView and/or CAD is beneficial. Opportunity for all preservation fields with an interest in the study of historic landscapes (vernacular, designed and ethnographic) (400 hours).

1803.  Internship with the National Capital Region, Historic Architecture Program (Architectural Historian):  Works as a member of the cultural resources team to inventory and organize all holdings in the Regional Cultural Resources Library and create a searchable computerized database of the holdings.  May also assist in field work to inventory historic resources of National Park units in NCR.  Opportunity for advanced student or recent graduate in architectural history, historic preservation or related field.  For more information contact Susan Long at 202-619-7273 (400 hours).

1804/1805.  Internship with the Historic Preservation Training Center (HPTC):  Assists Senior Historical Architect (registered architect) in on-going historic preservation projects at local area National Park Units.  Duties may include field inspection, documentation (measured drawings and photography), historic fabric investigation and condition assessments on a variety of historic structures; responsibility for preparation of Condition Assessment Reports; and, time permitting, working with HPTC project crews to monitor/observe on-going preservation treatments.  Applicants (architecture students preferred) should be familiar with historic construction methodology and historic preservation philosophy including The Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties.  Experience with field documentation, architectural drawing/ graphics and design skills are a bonus – please articulate in your application.  This internship may qualify for AIAStudent/ NCARB IDP credits.  Applicant should be willing to travel throughout the metro Washington DC area (MD, VA, WV, DC) and possibly further.  For more information contact Senior Historical Architect Tom Vitanza, RA, AIA at 301/663-8206 x135 or tom_vitanza@nps.gov after January 28, 2008.  Information about the Center may be found at www.nps.gov/training/hptc/index.htm.  Located at, or near, HPTC headquarters, the historic Gambrill House, Monocacy National Battlefield, Frederick, MD (400 - 480 hours).

1806.  Internship with Cuyahoga Valley National Park Division of Resource Management:   Assists Historical Architect with inventory, documenting, and evaluating National Register structures, and developing historic resource studies.  Duties may involve both office and field work, depending on intern’s skills.  Tasks include measuring and photographing historic buildings; conducting historic research; collecting information and database entry; and onsite investigation work.  Background in history, architecture, or historic preservation useful.  Familiarity with the National Register, vernacular architecture, and skill in using AutoCAD preferred.  Housing and transportation are the intern’s responsibility; park housing may be available at Cuyahoga Valley but is not guaranteed.  Located at Cuyahoga Valley National Park, between Cleveland and Akron in NE Ohio (400-480 hours).

1807.  Internship with the Southeast Regional Office Cultural Landscapes Program:  Adds Southeast Region cultural landscapes to the NPS Cultural Landscapes Inventory.  Duties include data entry from existing information and/or completion of new inventories through research, field documentation, and written analysis.  May include travel to one or more NPS units.  Knowledge of cultural landscapes, landscape architecture, and National Register criteria preferred.  Strong computer, research, and writing skills are essential.  Experience with AutoCAD, GIS, or other graphic software is helpful.  Housing is the intern's responsibility.  Public transportation to the regional office is available.  Located in Atlanta, GA (400 hours).

1808/1809.  Internship with the Southeast Regional Office, Cultural Resources Division, National Historic Landmarks (NHL) Program:  Primary duties include coordination of efforts to monitor NHLs in the Southeast to identify conditions that threaten or endanger their historic integrity, working with historians, archeologists, property owners, local government officials, etc.; review and analysis of NHL nomination files to evaluate documentation needs; and preparation of information needed to upgrade file documentation to current NHL standards, including research, writing statements of historic significance, site maps, and photographs.  Strong research, writing, computer, organizational skills, and knowledge of National Register/NHL program standards and guidelines are essential.  Housing is the intern’s responsibility.  Public transportation to the regional office is available. Located in Atlanta, GA (400 hours).

1810.  Internship with Everglades National Park (Archives Technician):  Works with the Museum Curator to organize, arrange, re-house, preserve, catalog in the Automated National Catalog System (ANCS+), produce a finding aid for and provide access to museum archives from five south Florida park units.  Will provide training in ANCS+ for cataloging collections.   Duties also include evaluating and improving the environmental conditions and preservation of the collection.  Museum studies or archives management background preferred, but attention to detail also important.  Own transportation required.  Will help with locating housing.  Located in Homestead, FL (800 hours).

1811/1812/1813/1814.  Internship with Everglades National Park (Archives Technician):  Works with the Museum Curator to organize, arrange, re-house, preserve, catalog in the Automated National Catalog System (ANCS+), produce a finding aid for and provide access to museum archives from Everglades National Park.  Will provide training in ANCS+ for cataloging collections. Duties also include evaluating and improving the environmental conditions and preservation of the collection.  Museum studies or archives management background preferred, but attention to detail also important.  Own transportation required.  Will help with locating housing.  Located in Homestead, FL (480 hours).

1815.  Internship with Everglades National Park (Archives Technician):  Works with the Museum Curator to organize, arrange, re-house, preserve, catalog in the Automated National Catalog System (ANCS+), produce a finding aid for and provide access to museum archives from Biscayne and Everglades National Parks. Will provide training in ANCS+ for cataloging collections. Duties also include evaluating and improving the environmental conditions and preservation of the collection.  Museum studies or archives management background preferred, but attention to detail also important.  Own transportation required. Will help with locating housing. Located in Homestead, FL (400 hours).

1816.  Internship with Chickasaw National Recreation Area, Facility Management Division:  Assists Landscape Architect and Facility Manager with the design of cultural landscape treatment projects by evaluating alternatives, developing plans and specifications, compliance documents, and grant applications.  Work may include measuring, photographing, researching, documenting cultural landscape components, information collection, conducting historical research, architectural drafting, writing specifications, grant prospecting, and other onsite investigation work.  Useful knowledge and skills include a landscape architecture background, training in historic preservation and construction experience.  Knowledge of geographic positioning using Global Positioning System equipment and ArcView helpful but not required.  Intern provides a laptop/desktop computer with AutoCAD, Photoshop, MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint and knowledge of these programs to complete work.  Applicants should be in excellent physical condition, may work at elevations between 1,000’ and 2,500’ and should expect to hike moderate distances over rough terrain with day packs and light equipment.  Located in Sulphur, OK (480 hours).

1817/1818.  Internship with the Midwest Regional Office, Cultural Landscapes Inventory (CLI) and List of Classified Structures (LCS) Program:  Working with historical architects and landscape architects, performs limited historical research to support section 110 inventory and National Register documentation (Determinations of Eligibility and Ineligibility) for sites located within the National Park Service Midwest Region.  Strong computer and software skills are essential.  Slight possibility of limited travel – cost for this travel will be paid by the NPS.  Housing and transportation are the intern's responsibility.  Located in Omaha, NE (400 hours).

1819.  Internship with the Midwest Regional Office External Cultural Resources Program:  Working with an enthusiastic National Register Programs staff, the intern will be involved in production of a National Historic Landmarks (NHLs) newsletter; monitoring and assessing the condition of NHLs; assist in planning and undertaking of an NHL workshop; and reviewing HABS/HAER documentation.  Intern will work with some independence following initial orientation.  Knowledge of the National Register nomination process, strong organizational skills and interest in historic properties desirable.  Housing and transportation are the intern’s responsibility.  Located in Omaha, NE (400 hours).

1820.  Internship with Grand Teton National Park, Western Center for Historic Preservation:  Assists historic preservation specialists and cultural resource specialists with research and fieldwork on park historic architecture.  Duties may involve both office and field work, depending on intern’s skills and work plans for this year’s projects, and will include exposure to hands-on preservation fieldwork on vernacular log structures located at 7,000' elevation.  Other activities may include technical writing; historic structures database information collection; conducting historical research; architectural drafting; and onsite investigation work.  AutoCAD skills, working knowledge of MS software applications, and digital photography, construction and/or backcountry outdoor skills are a plus.  Assistance with finding housing will be provided but is the intern’s responsibility.  Located in Moose, WY, approximately 10 miles from Jackson Hole (480 Hrs).

1821.  Internship with Grand Teton National Park, Western Center for Historic Preservation:  Assists park historic preservation team with this year’s field projects on National Register structures, with opportunities for developing techniques in historic fabric repair and conservation.  Duties may involve both office and field work, depending on intern’s skills and planning requirements of the preservation program, and will include exposure to hands-on treatment of historic structures and preservation practices as they apply to the carpentry, masonry, and woodshop trades, as well as field and shop work on vernacular log structures and their components including windows/doors/trim/and foundations.  Other activities may include technical writing; historic structures database information collection; conducting historical research; architectural drafting; and onsite investigation work.  Construction, wood crafting, AutoCAD, computer and/or backcountry outdoor skills are a plus.  Assistance with finding housing will be provided but is the intern’s responsibility.  Located in Moose, WY, approximately 10 miles from Jackson Hole, but may have field assignments anywhere in the park (480 hours). 

1822.  Internship with Yosemite National Park, Heritage Structures Preservation Team and Cultural Resources Division:  Assists park historic preservation team with this year’s field projects on National Register structures, with opportunities for developing techniques in historic fabric repair and conservation.  Duties may involve both office and field work, depending on intern’s skills and planning requirements of the preservation program, and will include exposure to hands-on treatment of historic structures and preservation practices as they apply to the carpentry and masonry trades, on structures ranging from vernacular log cabins to rustic and Victorian architecture.  Other activities may include technical writing; developing treatment plans; historic structures database information collection; conducting historical research; architectural drafting; and onsite investigation work.  Construction, AutoCAD, computer and/or backcountry outdoor skills are a plus.  Located in El Portal, CA at the park’s west entrance but may have field assignments anywhere in the park (400 hours).

1823.  Internship with Yosemite National Park, Branch of History, Architecture and Landscapes (HAL):  Assists with inventory, documenting, and evaluating National Register structures, cultural landscapes, and historic park studies.  Duties may involve both office and field work, depending on intern’s skills and ongoing projects undertaken by the HAL program, and may include measuring and photographing historic buildings; researching and documenting cultural landscapes; historic structures database information collection; conducting historical research; architectural drafting; onsite investigation; and crossover duties with the park's Heritage Preservation Team for hands-on preservation work.  Useful knowledge and skills include solid training in historic preservation, an architecture/landscape architecture background, and experience with ESRI GIS and AutoCAD computer programs.  Applicants should expect to work at elevations between 2,000' and 8,000', and may hike long distances over rough terrain with day packs and equipment.  Located in El Portal, CA at the park's west entrance but may have field assignments anywhere in the park (400-480 hours).

1824/1825.  Internship with Yosemite National Park, Branch of History, Architecture and Landscapes (HAL):  Prepares Historic American Building Survey (HABS) measured drawings of the 1924 Yosemite Museum.  Duties will include field work measuring the building and preparation of drawings in AutoCAD.  Useful knowledge and skills include solid training in architecture and /or historic preservation, knowledge of HABS standards and experience in AutoCAD.  Top candidates will be asked to submit work samples.  Located in El Portal, CA at the park's west entrance, with field work in the Yosemite Valley (480 hours).

1826/1827.  Internship with Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, Klamath Network, California Parks, Fire Archeology Program:   Assists with project-related record searches, conducting archeological field surveys and recording archeological sites, preparing final site forms, and archiving project materials.  Applicant must be able to work in rugged field conditions since the position involves some long days hiking over uneven and brushy terrain under sometimes adverse weather conditions.  Some overnight travel for field projects at other parks may be required.  Applicant should have an academic background in archeology/anthropology or history with interests in historic preservation, be detail oriented, and have good written communication skills and the ability to perform a variety of tasks independently.  Housing available at reasonable cost at Whiskeytown NRA.  For more information contact Joseph Svinarich, Archeologist, Fire Program, Tel 530-242-3458, email joe_svinarich@nps.gov, P.O. Box 188, Whiskeytown, CA  96095.  Located at Whiskeytown NRA, about 8 mi. west of Redding, CA, with possible field work at Lava Beds National Monument and Lassen Volcanic National Park.  PLEASE NOTE:  These positions will run from mid-September to mid-December 2008 (560 hours). 

1828.  Internship with Whiskeytown National Recreation Area:  Cultural Resources Geographic Information System (GIS) position assists with managing archeological site and survey files, organizing digital photographs, archiving project data and field notes, and updating associated GIS information and MS Access databases.  Applicant should have an academic background that includes GIS coursework with interests in archeology/anthropology, history, or historic preservation, be detail oriented, and have good communication skills and the ability to perform a variety of tasks independently.  Working knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS and Microsoft Access desired.  Housing available at reasonable cost at Whiskeytown NRA.   Some overnight travel to conduct record searches at other NPS park units may be required.  For more information contact Joseph Svinarich, Archeologist, Fire Program, Tel 530-242-3458, email joe_svinarich@nps.gov, P.O. Box 188, Whiskeytown, CA  96095.  Located at Whiskeytown NRA, about 8 mi. west of Redding, CA.  PLEASE NOTE:  This position will run from summer into fall 2008 (1040 hours).

1829.  Internship with the US Naval Academy:  Assists the Cultural Resources Manager with multiple preservation projects to include: compiling archeological information; conducting research at the Maryland Historical Trust (State Historic Preservation Office) Library; researching potential grants; designing a database of cultural resources information to support future GIS elements; and opportunity to learn Section 106 reviews.  Open to graduate student with preservation/archeological background, strong communication skills, knowledge of MS Office, Power Point and Web capabilities.  Student will work in a highly independent manner. Atmosphere is unique federal military environment with one of the most significant historic building inventories in the US Navy.  Student will be given fantastic networking opportunities and will complete true work products that will be resume enhancing.  Two references required.  For more information contact Lou Ann J. Broad, broad@usna.edu or 410-293-1285.  Located at the US Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD (400 hours).

1830.  Internship with the US Naval Academy:  Photographs all buildings at the US Naval Academy, including historic exterior facades, important interiors, architectural details, historic monuments and viewsheds, etc., and builds an electronic archive for staff use.  Other duties include researching historic photos at local archives and on the Internet.  Open to undergraduate or graduate student with architecture interest, computer skills, and proven photographic abilities.  Student should expect to submit up to twelve views of architectural and landscape photographs from portfolio.  Student will work in a highly independent manner.  Unique federal military environment with one of the most significant historic building inventories in the US Navy.  Student will be given fantastic networking opportunities and will complete true work products that will be resume enhancing.  Two references required.  For more information contact Lou Ann J. Broad, broad@usna.edu or 410-293-1285.  Located at the US Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD (400 hours).

1831.  Internship with the Department of Defense (DoD) Federal Preservation Office (DoD Cultural Resources Bibliography):  Assists the Deputy Federal Preservation Officer (DFPO) with organization and analysis of bibliographic references related to military cultural resources management, to establish a baseline bibliography of materials and information to support the management goals and objectives for DoD historic properties.  Tasks include working with the DoD Legacy Resource Management Program staff and cultural resources representatives from the Military Services to collect, catalog and analyze DoD Legacy Program cultural resources information; and compiling an analysis document that presents all collected information and outlines possible data gaps and inaccuracies.  This will assist OSD and the Military Services with improving both their cultural resources management programs and future cultural resources projects within the Legacy Program.  Familiarity with the National Register and all types of historic properties preferred.  Strong organizational skills and the ability to work unsupervised required.  Demonstrated ability with databases and/or a background in library science is a strong plus.  Housing and transportation are the intern’s responsibility.  Costs of any required travel (up to one week) will be reimbursed.  Located near the Pentagon in Arlington, VA, accessible by public transportation (480 hours, including one paid week of travel).

1832.  Internship with the Department of Defense (DoD) Federal Preservation Office (DoD Section 106 Agreement Documents):  Assists the Deputy Federal Preservation Officer (DFPO) with organization and analysis of Section 106 agreement documents involving Department of Defense (DoD) historic properties, to improve accountability and access to these documents, related reports and information to benefit the overall DoD cultural resources program.  Tasks include working with Advisory Council on Historic Preservation staff and cultural resources representatives from the Military Services to collect and index all Memoranda of Agreement, Programmatic Agreements and any and all other DoD-related agreement documents with cultural resources information on file at the ACHP Washington Offices; and time permitting, compiling an analysis document that presents all collected information and outlines possible data gaps and inaccuracies.  This will assist OSD and the Military Services with improving both their cultural resources management programs and future cultural resources projects within the Legacy Program.  Familiarity with Section 106 and Agreement Documents preferred.  Strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to work unsupervised required.  Demonstrated ability with databases a strong plus.  Housing and transportation are the intern’s responsibility.  The costs of any required travel (up to one week) will be reimbursed.  Located near the Pentagon in Arlington, VA, and at the Old Post Office building in Washington, DC, both accessible by public transportation (480 hours, including one paid week of travel).

1833/1834.  Internship with the General Services Administration (Fine Arts Program Assistant):  Researches and develops interpretive information on historic buildings, artists, and works of art installed in Federal buildings nationwide.  Information may be in the form of plaques, brochures, or other publications.  Creates computer images of artwork utilizing digitizing/scanning and computer graphics equipment.  Maintains automated databases and archives of fine arts installed in GSA’s historic and contemporary buildings.  Assists in the research, inventory, and cataloging of Federally-owned artwork in non-Federal repositories nationwide.  Prepares comprehensive checklist/catalog of artwork from the WPA period (1933-1943) (400 hours).

1835/1836.  Internship with the General Services Administration (Art-in-Architecture Program Assistant):  Assists with the Art-in-Architecture Program which commissions American artists to create works of art appropriate to the diverse uses and architectural vocabularies of federal buildings.  Intern’s principal responsibility is to maintain the agency’s 3,000-member National Artists Registry, which consists of a computerized database, images of artists’ work, resumes and other supporting material.   Additional duties include researching prospective artists, preparing materials for project managers, and developing interpretive text for brochures and wall plaques.  Knowledge of art history, contemporary art, artistic media, and materials useful (400 hours).

NEW! 1837/1838.  Internship with the General Services Administration (Historic Preservation Specialist):  Assists the Historic Buildings Program Manager and staff in coordinating activities and initiatives to maintain the functionality, integrity, and economic viability of 424 public buildings controlled by GSA and to increase GSA leasing of historic buildings and reuse of historic buildings on sites the Government acquires for new construction.  Conducts research, carries out strategic initiatives for stewardship of GSA’s historic buildings, and provides guidance to GSA headquarters and regional staff.  Also coordinates with preservation specialists in educational, non-profit, and public institutions outside of GSA to exchange preservation solutions and learn about new initiatives.  Knowledge of historic preservation theory and practice helpful, as is experience with software programs for digital image manipulation and desktop publishing (400 hours).