Internships

Four young people in waders and life vests stand smiling in knee-deep water. — A group of interns pause for a photo while helping with a mussel survey in the river.
NPS / Kyra Bassett

An internship can be a great way to get started in a park-related career. At Cuyahoga Valley you can explore career options related to outdoor education, park management, recreation, natural and cultural resource management, and non-profit management. Some of the benefits of internships include:

Gaining practical experience
Applying classroom learning
Gaining professional skills and self-confidence
Establishing connections and building a network of professional contacts

Current Internships at Cuyahoga Valley

Thank you for your interest in our internships. Positions are posted here as they become available. Application due dates, compensation, and duties vary by internship program. Please continue to check back. You can also email us for more information.

Now Hiring: Seasonal Student Trainee (Park Guide)

Cuyahoga Valley and three other NPS sites in Ohio are currently hiring for this position. The internship program provides students enrolled in a variety of educational environments with paid opportunities to work in agencies and explore federal careers while still in school.

Among other things, Student Trainee Park Guides:

Serve as front-line representatives of the NPS, greeting customers and answering questions.
Provide direction, information, and orientation regarding services or activities of interest to the public.
Educate visitors regarding rules, regulations, and safety concerns.
Explain the significance of an area's natural, cultural, historic, or other kinds of resources.
Assist the public in planning visits to and recommending activities in the area.

These are temporary appointments, not-to-exceed 1039 hours. Entry on duty date is anticipated to be in May 2025. Learn more and apply on USAJOBS.