August 25, 2024 – Yosemite National Park officials announce that the Yosemite Historic Preservation Crew is seeking another round of interns to learn hands-on skills through the Traditional Trades Advancement Program (TTAP).

Members will receive introductory training in a variety of traditional trades and will develop an understanding of historic resource stewardship while helping to preserve our nation’s historic resources. Projects can include window restoration, carpentry, roofing, and historic structure condition assessment.

Completion of the internship will allow for hiring through a Public Land Corps Hiring Authority when applying to National Park Service jobs. No experience is required, but applicants must be prepared for moderate to heavy physical effort. This position is a 26-week term starting around October 20. Applicants must be between 18-30 years of age (35 for Veterans with DD-214.) Pay is $18 an hour, plus housing and an AmeriCorps Education award upon program completion.

If you are interested, apply using this link: https://jobs.silkroad.com/.../Careers/jobs/5404.

Preference is given to applicants who submit their application by Friday, August 30, 2024. 

Source & photos: NPS