NATIONAL PARK SERVICE – ARMY NATIONAL MILITARY CEMETERIES
+--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Length: | Term of positions is 24 weeks; | | | full-time 40 hrs/wk | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Location: | This position will be located at | | | Arlington National Cemetery | | | | | | Arlington, VA | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Living Allowance: | $16/hour | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Start Date: | 06/07/2021 | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Application Due Date: | Preference given to applicants that | | | submit application by 05/15/2021 | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+ | Title of Position | Architectural Conservation Stewards | | | Intern | +--------------------------------------+--------------------------------------+
POSITION DETAILS
Stewards Individual Placement Program (SIPP) provides individuals with service and career opportunities to strengthen communities and preserve our natural resources. Participants work with federal agencies, tribal governments, and nonprofits building institutional capacity, developing community relationships, and supporting ecosystem health. SIPP in partnership with The National Park Service Historic Preservation Training Center (HPTC) is seeking qualified candidate(s) for an Architectural Conservation Internship to support on-going and upcoming projects at Arlington National Cemetery (ANC) and the Soldiers and Airmen Home National Cemetery (SAHNC).
This is a full-time six-month internship position. No housing is provided as part of the internship.
Successful candidate(s) will contribute to the preservation of various monuments and structures by assisting the Conservator and Cultural Resources Manager with a wide variety of projects. ANC is our nation’s premier military cemetery and shrine, and it is a Historic District listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to pass a background check
Must provide own transportation in the greater DC-metro region
Prior experience with hand tools and power tools, possibly to include construction, maintenance, metalworking, or masonry field experience. Any experience with art making or handling, historic preservation or conservation treatments, is advantageous but not a requirement.
Applicant should be comfortable:
Using hand and power tools
Working outside
Standing for extended periods
Working at heights
Working with chemicals
Lifting 50 lbs. or less
Be hard-working, reliable and detail oriented
Be capable of working under direction on fragile and delicate items
Be able to follow instructions
Maintain a positive attitude
Adhere to site safety protocols at all times
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Please articulate these skills in your application; examples may be requested:
BENEFITS:
HOW TO APPLY Apply on-line at: Conservation Legacy Positions (silkroad.com)
In addition to your resume, please submit a one page cover letter highlighting why you are interested in this position and how your background and experience will help you succeed in this position.
Stewards Individual Placements Program does not and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.
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