Stewards VISTA: Acadia National Park Y1

Overview

Acadia National Park is a stunning coastal national park located on Mount Desert Island and surrounding areas along the rugged Atlantic shoreline of Maine. Established in 1916, it is known for dramatic rocky coastlines, granite peaks, dense forests, and pristine lakes. Visitors hike scenic trails, drive the historic Park Loop Road, bike carriage roads built by John

D. Rockefeller Jr., and watch the sunrise from Cadillac Mountain. The park’s diverse wildlife includes white‑tailed deer, peregrine falcons, and harbor seals, making it a destination that blends natural beauty with outdoor recreation and rich conservation history. The Ameri Corps VISTA member will serve with the park’s education and interpretation team to expand outreach to underserved groups, focusing on reducing barriers to public lands access and fostering stewardship.

The VISTA will collaborate with park staff to design public education programs for diverse audiences, including underserved schools and youth organizations. Responsibilities include developing interpretive talks and curriculum‑aligned programming for K–12 students in science, history, and social studies—both in person and virtually; creating new educational content such as videos, signage, and digital materials; improving outreach to economically disadvantaged communities; and identifying ways to reduce participation barriers for people with disabilities.

The role strengthens long‑term capacity through relationship‑building, resource development, and strategic outreach.

• Childcare assistance if eligible
• Housing
• Park housing/housing stipend
• Health Coverage*
• Relocation Allowance
• Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
• Education award upon successful completion of service
• For details about Ameri Corps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit

• Car recommended
• Permits working at another job during off hours
• Permits attendance at school during off hours

• Community Outreach
• Education
• Environment

• Community Organization
• Fund raising/Grant Writing
• Environment
• General Skills
• Communications
• Education

• Program Type:
  Ameri Corps VISTA
• Program:
  Stewards VISTA:
  Acadia National Park Y1
• Program Start/End Date: 08/10/2026 - 08/09/2027
• Work Schedule:
  
  Full Time
• Education Level: Some college
• Age Requirement:
  Minimum 18, Maximum None
• Program Locations: MAINE
• Languages:
  
  English
• Accepting Applications:
  From 03/02/2026 To 08/01/2026