Greenbelt Community Outreach Internship – ONSITE – Greenbelt Park

Environment for the Americas • Washington, DC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This internship will support Greenbelt Park’s efforts to strengthen interpretation and community engagement. The park is an urban forest near Washington, D.C., visited frequently by local families. Limited staffing constrains the number of programs offered, participation in community events, and development of materials that can last beyond one season. The intern will help fill these gaps through program development, outreach, youth engagement, and volunteer support. The intern will learn the park’s natural and cultural stories through observation and training with staff. They will develop and deliver interpretive programs highlighting local history, stewardship, and America 250 themes. Responsibilities include assisting with youth and family programs in the campground and day-use areas, creating simple materials such as handouts, flyers, signage text, and digital content, planning and staffing outreach events, and visiting churches, schools, and community centers during “park in the community” activities. The intern will also support the volunteer program by recruiting volunteers and building basic tools to organize their work. Additionally, they will identify America 250 storylines and create at least one interpretive product for ongoing park use. By the end of the internship, the intern will: Complete three or more interpretive programs Create one America 250 product (e.g., program outline, display idea, or short digital feature) Create one youth engagement product, such as a Junior Ranger activity Write a short community outreach plan listing key audiences and gathering places Develop simple volunteer tools, such as an interest form and basic tracking sheet Present a short written report and an in-person presentation to park staff

Requirements

• Relevant majors: Environmental Science, Park and Recreation Management, Education, Sociology, Social Work, History, Hispanic/Latinx or Latin American Studies, Communications, or related disciplines
• Undergraduate or graduate student (or recent graduate within the past year), ages 18–30 (up to 35 for veterans)
• Fluent in Spanish and English (speaking, reading, and writing)
• Interest in working with Hispanic/Latinx communities in Prince George’s County
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Comfortable engaging with visitors of all ages and public speaking in both Spanish and English
• Ability to work outdoors in summer conditions (heat, humidity, insects) and walk short distances on trails
• Able to assist with setting up program spaces (tables, signage, materials)
• Basic computer skills: email, word processing, simple document/graphic layout, social media familiarity
• Strengths: reliability, cultural humility, willingness to learn, organization, and teamwork

Nice To Haves

• Experience with youth, families, interpretation, environmental education, community outreach, or customer service is a plus
• Valid driver’s license preferred
• Weekend and evening availability preferred for supporting programs and outreach

Responsibilities

• Learn and interpret the park’s natural and cultural stories through observation and training
• Develop and deliver interpretive programs highlighting local history, stewardship, and America 250 themes
• Lead youth and family programs in campground and day-use areas
• Create educational and interpretive materials, including handouts, flyers, signage text, and digital content
• Plan, staff, and participate in outreach events at schools, churches, and community centers (“park in the community”)
• Support the park’s volunteer program, including recruiting volunteers and creating basic organizational tools
• Identify America 250 storylines and develop at least one interpretive product for long-term park use
• Develop at least one youth engagement product, such as a Junior Ranger activity
• Draft a short community outreach plan identifying key audiences and gathering places
• Complete a final written report and present outcomes to park staff

Benefits

• Interns in this program will receive 480 hours toward Public Land Corps (PLC) Hiring Authority.
• Upon successful completion of the PLC project(s), the intern is eligible for two years to be hired non-competitively into a federal seasonal, term, or permanent position.

What This Job Offers

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