INTERNSHIP: Pennsylvania Forestry

From Nevin Cohen:

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT--2007
Interpretive Programs and Visitor Services

Grey Towers National Historic Site, Milford, PA, ancestral home of
conservationist and Pennsylvania Governor Gifford Pinchot, has from 1
to 5 student intern positions to serve 10-12-week internships from
May-October 2007. Students will live on the estate of this 1886-
mansion and be immersed in the history of forestry in America. The will have
an opportunity to learn and improve skills in such areas as
interpretation, public speaking, communication, research and related programs.
Students of forestry, environmental, interpretive/recreation or museum studies
programs are sought.

Specific Tasks: Interns will assist USDA Forest Service staff with
interpretive and education programs and visitor services. Students
will develop and deliver interpretive tours, assist with education and
other public programs, provide visitor services and complete one
research/interpretive project.

Learning Potential: After this internship is completed, students will
be:
· Able to fully develop and deliver a thematic interpretive tour,
including determining key messages and weaving them into program
delivery;
· Able to work with a variety of different audiences;
· Knowledgeable about the history of forestry in America and the
role played by Gifford Pinchot, his family and Grey Towers;
· Knowledgeable about Forest Service culture and history;
In addition, students will:
· Hone their customer service skills;
· Expand AV and computer skills;
· Improve written and verbal communication skills;
· Enhance research skills;
· Learn professional work standards, ethics and expectations.

Product: Interns will be required to complete one project chosen from
a list provided by GT or approved in advance by the AD for Programs that
will result in a tangible product, such as an interpretive brochure or
wayside exhibit, powerpoint program, specialized tour, etc.

Stipends: A small subsistence allowance may be available. Grey Towers
provides housing and uniforms. Students must provide own
transportation.

To Apply: Please send a letter of interest to Lori McKean, Assistant
Director for Programs and Communication, Grey Towers National Historic
Site, PO Box 188, Milford, PA, 18337, or by email to
greytow...@fs.fed.us. Letters should include a brief description of
how this internship fits with your skills, background and career goals,
what you can contribute to and hope to achieve from the experience and how
the Forest Service can help you further develop or learn new skills.
Pls. attach (or send separately if submitting electronically) a copy
of your transcript, resume and 2 letters of recommendation. Deadline is
March 1 for summer (May-August) positions and June 1 for fall
(August-October) positions. Personal interviews are helpful but not
required.

For more information visit our website at www.fs.fed.us/gt or call
(570)296-9630.