Fish and Feathers Internship Program - ONSITE - Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historic Park

Environment for the Americas

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Fish and Feathers Internship Program seeks to engage young professionals in natural resource careers. Fish and Feathers is a program funded by the National Park Service (NPS) and administered by Environment for the Americas. Our goal is to provide our national park partners with talented interns who are eager to learn and to engage with local communities. The intern will focus on supporting, implementing, and leading community outreach programs that focus on fishing and birding activities. The overall goal is to increase diverse community engagement with NPS partners during the program and in years to come. The intern will be working primarily at two locations: the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park and at locations within the City of Hodgenville, such as McDougal Lake. This setting provides a rich backdrop for connecting communities with nature, allowing the intern to fully immerse themselves in both the local culture and natural resources. Hodgenville is located at an elevation of approximately 600 feet above sea level, offering a mix of rolling hills and flat terrain ideal for both birding and fishing activities. The region experiences a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. Summers can be warm and humid, with temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to mid-90s degrees Fahrenheit. Awareness of local insects, such as mosquitoes, and wildlife, including deer and snakes, is essential. The work may involve hiking on uneven terrain or navigating around water bodies, necessitating careful movement and situational awareness. Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors in diverse weather conditions. The nearest large grocery store is approximately 15 miles away in the town of Elizabethtown, providing essential supplies and local goods. Local smaller stores are within five miles in Hodgenville. Medical facilities, including urgent care and pharmacies, are also located in Hodgenville. Local amenities such as restaurants, parks, and recreational areas are accessible within a short drive, promoting a supportive environment for the intern's work and community engagement.

Requirements

• Be a U.S. citizen or legal resident.
• Have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• A personal vehicle is required for this position.
• Ability to hike and conduct field operations as part of a team and/or independently in an outdoor setting.
• Experience giving presentations and ability to learn new skills and transfer the knowledge to participants.
• Interest in learning fishing regulations and bird identification for program development and implementation.
• Ability to learn methods employed in fish and wildlife management.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, listening, and written communication skills.
• Interest in learning new skills such as rafting, canoeing, and kayaking.
• Successful candidates will have a background and/or coursework in the following areas or a strong interest in the outdoors with experience fishing and/or birdwatching.
• Biology
• Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences
• Ecology
• Aquaculture
• Communications/Marketing
• Environmental Science
• Recreation
• Interpretation/Education

Responsibilities

• Reach out to local communities through outreach and educational activities to increase engagement in fishing and birdwatching
• Create new materials (i.e., social media, educational games/activities, signage, etc.) to provide visitors with information about fish and birds at the NPS site
• Understand regulations regarding fishing and ethical birding and communicate this information to participants
• Establish or build upon fishing and birding programs at the NPS site
• Manage and maintain program equipment
• Host World MIgratory Bird Day Event
• Meet deadlines for Environment for the Americas program requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed