Invasive Plant Management Internships

The National Park Service is providing a notice of intent to award a task agreement under a previously competed or single source master cooperative agreement. The project aims to engage the next generation of conservation stewards in the active management of natural resources in parks in and around Washington DC. The recipient will provide invasive plant management program support to the parks and partners in the National Capital Region. The project will provide opportunities for youth to engage in natural resource management activities in both a field and office setting. The recipient will be responsible for carrying out the statement of work, adhering to federal, state, and local laws, and assisting with the recruitment, selection, and placement of interns. Some key aspects of the project include: • Providing invasive plant control and management • Conducting species prioritization for non-native species • Developing tools for site prioritization • Providing professional experience controlling invasive plants in national parks • Supporting the invasive plant program for the National Capital Region • Encouraging interns to attend NPS-sponsored trainings and participate in other natural resource programs