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Student Conservation Association, Inc

2mo ago

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Kansas City

Requirements

  • Required Qualifications
  • Organizational skills
  • Communication skills
  • Basic Microsoft Office competencies
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Adaptability to change focus as required by local conditions
  • Technical writing/editing skills
  • Historic writing/editing skills
  • Familiarity with reading floor plans

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the production of a post-wide historic tours: including historic research, content curation, and potentially graphic design
  • Collate records of work done on historic buildings to submit in an annual report to interested parties
  • Organize records and lists of historic properties on post
  • Assist in editing Historic Survey Reports, Historic Housing Brochures, and other contracted reports returned to the CRM for pre-publishing approval
  • Assist in coordinating responses to NAGPRA obligations as they arise
  • Assist in the coordination of volunteers to caretake 100 recently planted trees within the historic district
  • Assist in gathering documentation of condition of historic buildings on post, typically in the form of photography

FAQs

What organization is offering the Cultural Resources Intern position?

The Cultural Resources Intern position is offered by the Student Conservation Association (SCA), the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and adults.

What are the main responsibilities of the Cultural Resources Intern?

The main responsibilities include assisting in the production of historic tours, collating records for annual reports, organizing historic property records, editing various reports, coordinating NAGPRA obligations, caring for recently planted trees, and documenting the condition of historic buildings through photography.

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is scheduled to run from September 16, 2024, to September 15, 2025.

What are the required skills for this position?

The required skills include strong organizational skills, communication skills, and basic competencies in Microsoft Office.

Are there any preferred qualifications for the intern position?

Yes, preferred qualifications include adaptability to changing conditions, technical and historic writing/editing skills, and familiarity with reading floor plans.

How many hours will the intern work per week?

The intern will work 40 hours per week.

Will housing be provided for this internship?

No, housing is not provided for this position.

What is the compensation for the Cultural Resources Intern?

The intern will receive $650 per week, which reflects a combined living and housing allowance, along with a one-time relocation travel allowance of $1,100.

Is a personal vehicle required for this internship?

Yes, a personal vehicle is required for this position.

Does the internship offer any health insurance benefits?

The internship offers optional health insurance through AmeriCorps for eligible candidates.

How does SCA ensure an inclusive work environment?

SCA is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect, and strives to cultivate a diverse environment for personal and professional growth.

Student Conservation Association, Inc

Conserving lands & transforming lives since 1957.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
201-500
Employees
1957
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and adults. Our program participants protect and restore national parks, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks and community green spaces at various locations across the country. After working with the SCA, our members emerge with increased environmental awareness, social responsibility and leadership skills. As America’s most effective youth conservation service organization, the SCA transforms lives by empowering young people of all backgrounds to plan, act, and lead while they protect and restore our natural and cultural resources. Founded in 1957, the SCA is dedicated to building the next generation of conservation leaders while inspiring lifelong protection of the environment and our communities. SCA's mission is to build the next generation of conservation leaders and inspire lifelong stewardship of our environment and communities by engaging young people in hands-on service to the land.