Education Assistant AmeriCorps

POSITION DETAILS

Position (s): 4425, 4426
Position Title: Science Communication Assistant - Ameri Corps
Conservation Legacy Program: Scientists in Parks, Stewards Individual Placements
Site

Location:

Wrangell - St Elias National Park and Preserve, Copper Center, Alaska
Number of positions available: 2

Duration: 12 Weeks (not flexible)
Flexible

Start Date:

Yes
Start Date: 5/10/2026
End Date: 8/2/2026
450 hours - this is the minimum number of hours the selected candidate must serve throughout the duration of their position.

• Segal Ameri Corps Education Award
  : $ 1,956.35 upon successful completion of position
• Weekly Living Allowance: $ 600.00 per week, fixed rate
• Relocation Allowance: $ 1,100.00 (distributed as a one-time lump sum with first paycheck)
• Student Loan Forbearance if applicable (administered by My Ameri Corps , directly)
• Student Loan Interest Payments if applicable (administered through My Ameri Corps , directly)

Preference given to applicants who submit applications before Sunday, February 15, 2026. Applications will be reviewed after the Final date to receive applications passes. Positions will close after receiving 60 complete applications
, or at 11:59 p.m. EST on February 15, 2026, whichever occurs first.

Interpretation, Science communication, digital Media, research, visitor services, natural science.

This Science Communication Assistant is an Ameri Corps position. This participant will interpret a variety of topics to the public including, but not limited to dynamic landscapes, geology, glacial loss, park management challenges, hydrology changes, wildlife, repeat photography showing changes to historic structures and landscapes, and increased need for emergency services for natural disasters. This position is important because they are not as highlighted in the National Historic Landmark (NHL).

However, Kennecott is situated right above the confluence of two major glaciers. This park location is a great place to use place-based interpretation so visitors can see first-hand the earth dynamics in real time and learn about the changes that are occurring. They can also learn how it can affect their visit to the park, by discussing trail and road conditions, safety concerns, and trip planning topics.

This information and interpretation will provide better information to visitors so they can be safe on the park trails, including the constantly changing Root Glacier trail, which is one of the most frequently visited in the park. This will help visitors begin to understand the “why” behind these dynamic landscape challenges.

• Staff the information desk at the visitor center to provide area information, orientation and interpretation. Conduct backcountry trip planning sessions, describe trail/road conditions and any safety watchouts, and issue bear resistant food containers.
• Research and develop interpretive programs, including Talks, Guided Walks, Demonstrations. Most programs are conducted on-site at the Kennecott mill town site and will be focused on science communication. Provide informal interpretation while roving in the mill town site.
• Talks: 15-20 minute programs; topics could include history, geology, biology, glaciers, wildlife, ecology, etc. History is a popular topic for visitors.
• Guided Walk: 30-45 minute programs along the Root Glacier trail to interpret some of the science and research happening in real time.
• Illustrated Programs: 45-minute slide show programs given at the Kennecott Recreation Hall on topics related to the history, geology, biology, etc. This will be optional, depending on the participant.
• Opportunities for career enhancement based on the passions, skills and abilities of the participant. This may include: brochure development, map revisions using NPS cartography programs, repeat photography, career shadows with Park geologist or physical scientist or Kennecott Management assistant, digital media projects, website revisions, special outreach events, working with other divisions, etc.

The participant will provide the following as deliverables:
Facilitating at least one interpretive program…