The Student Conservation Association has Several Biking Safety Internships in the D.C

[The Student Conservation]

The Student Conservation Association www.thesca.org has several expense paid internships working on bikes in the D.C. area and we are currently looking for applicants. Do you want an internship where you can work on a bike riding on trails around the city? These internships will focus on bike safety and other aspects of bike riding and will be conducted on bike trails around the city. If you are interested you will have to complete an internship application on our website. Below are some links which will take you to the position descriptions and will allow you to fill out an internship application on our website. If you have any questions feel free to contact:
Alvi Seda
aseda@thesca.org
240-863-1825
Recruiting Coordinator for Diversity Initiatives



Bike Trail Ambassador
Expected Dates
July 12, 2015 to October 3, 2015
Site
George Washington Memorial Parkway
Position ID
PO-00648020
Interns will work within a small team to support the Bike Trail Ambassador program at the George Washington Memorial Parkway. Work will include public outreach activities out on the Mount Vernon Trail and in the local community; conduct trail patrol activities; quickly and accurately report trail conditions; and engage the public around use and safety and bicycle/walker etiquette. A main objective will be to increase the use of the trails by multiple groups, which will involve some research and communication efforts in the local community. Ambassadors will sponsor trailside outreach activities with educational themes utilizing a mobile ‘Ranger Mount Vernon Trail Visitor Center’. Ambassadors will also organize high profile volunteer trail clean up days with public participants along the trail and adjacent lands.
Location Description
Mount Vernon Trail on the George Washington Memorial Parkway
http://www.nps.gov/gwmp/planyourvisit/mtvernontrail.htm
Training Provided
On the Job
Bicycle Safety
First Aid/CPR
Educational/Recreational Opportunities
Trail outreach activities using tents and educational exhibits;
Communication with local community; Organizing clean-ups.
Main Area of Focus
Education and Interpretation
Education, Training & Skills Expected
Communications
some coursework or experience
Education
some coursework or experience
Recreation Management
some coursework or experience
Customer Service
some experience
Leadership Experience
some experience
Community Engagement
some experience
Public Speaking
some experience
Volunteer Coordination
some experience
SHOWFURTHER DETAILS
http://www.thesca.org/serve/position...or/po-00648020




Bike Trail Ambassador - Local Only
Expected Dates
May 3, 2015 to July 25, 2015
Site
George Washington Memorial Parkway
Position ID
PO-00611198
Interns will work within a small team to support the Bike Trail Ambassador program at the George Washington Memorial Parkway. Work will include public outreach activities out on the Mount Vernon Trail and in the local community; conduct trail patrol activities; quickly and accurately report trail conditions; and engage the public around use and safety and bicycle/walker etiquette. A main objective will be to increase the use of the trails by multiple groups, which will involve some research and communication efforts in the local community. Ambassadors will sponsor trailside outreach activities with educational themes utilizing a mobile ‘Ranger Mount Vernon Trail Visitor Center’. Ambassadors will also organize high profile volunteer trail clean up days with public participants along the trail and adjacent lands.
Location Description
Mount Vernon Trail on the George Washington Memorial Parkway
Training Provided
On the Job
Bicycle Safety
First Aid/CPR
Educational/Recreational Opportunities
Trail outreach activities using tents and educational exhibits;
Communication with local community; Organizing clean-ups.
Main Area of Focus
Education and Interpretation
Education, Training & Skills Expected
Communications
some coursework or experience
Education
some coursework or experience
Recreation Management
some coursework or experience
Customer Service
some experience
Leadership Experience
some experience
Community Engagement
some experience
Public Speaking
some experience
Volunteer Coordination
some experience
Further Details:
http://www.thesca.org/serve/position...ly/po-00611198



CWDW Mountain Bike Trail Project Coordinator - LOCAL ONLY
Expected Dates
June 1, 2015 to October 18, 2015
Site
Fort Dupont Park
Position ID
PO-00647965
The National Park Service is seeking a project leader for the Civil War Defenses of Washington Mountain Biking Trail repair project at Fort Dupont Park. The Intern will work with park staff to complete identified trail repair projects, coordinate and lead service projects, recruit volunteers, engage community members in outreach programs, develop a CWDW trail ambassador program, lead mountain bike tours, coordinate and support SCA summer trail crews, document projects as they are completed and assist Park Staff at special events. The majority of time will be spent on coordinating/leading trail repair projects and community outreach to promote safe and healthy recreation on the trail. This is a full time position at Fort Dupont Park lasting 12 months. Valid drivers licence is required for this position.

Fort Dupont Park, in Washington DC, is one of the Civil War Forts that is found along the 7 mile Mountain Biking Trail in National Capital Parks-East. The Park offers a variety of resources to visitors including Historic Sites, Civil War History, Recreation Trails, Summer Concerts and Community Gardening. The region offers an abundance of educational and recreational opportunities including Historic park sites, Washington DC monuments and museums, skiing, climbing, fishing, boating, canoeing, hiking, jogging and biking all within a 1-2 hour drive.

Local candidates only - must be within commuting distance to apply.
Location Description
Fort Dupont Park, Washington D.C.
Training Provided
First Aid/CPR
UTV Safety
Educational/Recreational Opportunities
A wide variety of educational opportunities will be offered by CWDW and additional resources are located within the National Capital Region.
Professional Development Opportunities

Main Area of Focus
Backcountry/Trail work
Education, Training & Skills Expected
Education
some coursework or experience
Forestry
some coursework or experience
Earth Sciences
some coursework or experience
Recreation Management
some coursework or experience
History
some coursework or experience
Customer Service
some experience
GPS
some experience
Hand Tools
competent without supervision
Writing/Publishing
some experience
Trail Maintenance
competent without supervision
Further Details:
http://www.thesca.org/serve/position...ly/po-00647965