Community Engagement Intern - ON SITE - Cabrillo National Monument

Environment for the Americas•San Diego, CA

6d•$688•Onsite

About The Position

Environment for the Americas Internship Programs seek to engage young professionals from all backgrounds in natural resource and conservation careers. In partnership with the National Parks Service, the intern will be placed at Cabrillo National Monument. The intern will support the Interpretation, Education, and Volunteers (IEV) team by strengthening volunteer program operations, expanding community engagement efforts, and contributing to interpretive services. This position supports parkwide goals for volunteer sustainability, community outreach, and next generation workforce development.

Requirements

Be a U.S. citizen or legal resident.
Be between the ages of 18-30 (35 if a veteran)
Be willing to undergo a background check
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to engage diverse audiences.
Interest in interpretation, volunteer coordination, public lands stewardship, or conservation careers.
Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment.
Cultural competency and enthusiasm for working with diverse and Latino communities.
Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors; able to assist with occasional weekend/evening events.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office or similar productivity tools.
Complete 640 hours of work on an appropriate conservation project to be eligible for PLC hiring authority.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required.
A personal vehicle is optional for this position.
Valid driver’s license preferred for off-site outreach.

Responsibilities

Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and retention of volunteers across interpretation, education, and resource stewardship.
Update and improve volunteer orientation materials, quick-start guides, and onboarding workflows for clarity, consistency, and inclusivity.
Develop or refine volunteer program SOPs, including communications, scheduling, recognition, and event logistics.
Support volunteer-focused events, including planning, coordination, and post-event documentation.
Help maintain accurate volunteer records, schedules, and communications.
Participate in outreach with universities, youth-serving groups, and community organizations, with emphasis on Latino communities in the San Diego region.
Support at least four outreach activities or partner engagements that promote volunteerism, interpretation, and public stewardship.
Assist with partner-led events and community-facing programs that highlight cultural relevance and local heritage.
Co-develop and deliver interpretive content, including 2–3 community-focused programs or digital products such as social media campaigns.
Provide support during weekend and occasional evening programs or special events.
Create or assist with visual aids, short-form content, or storytelling pieces that enhance public understanding of park resources.