INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT--2011 



Interpretive Programs and Visitor Services 

Grey Towers National Historic Site, Milford, PA, ancestral home of conservationist and 
Pennsylvania Governor Gifford Pinchot, has from 1 to 5 student intern positions to serve 
12-week internships from May-October 2011. Students will live on the estate of this 
1886-mansion and be immersed in the history of forestry in America. They will have an 
opportunity to learn and improve skills in such areas as interpretation, public speaking, 
communication, research and related programs. Students of forestry, environmental, 
interpretive/recreation or museum studies programs are sought. 

Specific Tasks: Interns will assist US Forest Service staff with interpretive and education 
programs and visitor services. Students will develop and deliver interpretive tours, assist 
with education and other public programs, provide visitor services and complete one 
research/interpretive project. 

Learning Potential: After this internship is completed, students will be: 

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Able to fully develop and deliver a thematic interpretive tour, including 
determining key messages and weaving them into program delivery; 
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Able to work with a variety of different audiences; 
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Knowledgeable about the history of forestry in America and the role played by 
Gifford Pinchot, his family and Grey Towers; 
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Knowledgeable about Forest Service culture and history; 
In addition, students will: 
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Hone their customer service skills; 
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Expand AV and computer skills; 
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Improve written and verbal communication skills; 
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Enhance research skills; 
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Learn professional work standards, ethics and expectations. 
Product: Interns will be required to complete one project chosen from a list provided by GT or 
approved in advance by the AD for Programs that will result in a tangible product, such as an 
interpretive brochure or wayside exhibit, powerpoint program, specialized tour, etc. 

Stipends: A small subsistence allowance may be available. Grey Towers provides housing and 
uniforms. Students must provide own transportation. 

To Apply: Please send a letter of interest to Lori McKean, Assistant Director for Programs and 
Communication, Grey Towers National Historic Site, PO Box 188, Milford, PA, 18337, or by 
email to greytowers@fs.fed.us. Letters should include a brief description of how this internship 
fits with your skills, background and career goals, what you can contribute to and hope to achieve 
from the experience and how the Forest Service can help you further develop or learn new skills. 
Pls. attach (or send separately if submitting electronically) a copy of your transcript, resume and 2 
letters of recommendation. Internships can span any period, May through October. Deadline is 
March 15 for summer months and June 1 for fall. Personal interviews are helpful but not required. 

For more information visit our website at www.fs.fed.us/gt or call (570)296-9630.