2026 Academic Internship Application
APPLICATION OPEN UNTIL Sunday March 15th AT 11:59PM
Details to Consider: Must be currently enrolled at one of our partner schools - College of Marin, Community College of San Francisco, or San Francisco State University. Program Dates: June 2nd, 2026 - August 14th, 2026 (11 weeks total)
Basic Info
First Name
Last Name
Preferred Name
Name you would like to be addressed by
Street Address
City
State
Please select...
CA
Zip Code
Birthdate
MM/DD/YYYY
Best phone number to reach you
Best email to reach you
School
Please select...
City College of San Francisco
College of Marin
San Francisco State University
Major
Expected Graduation (or Transfer) Date - you must plan to enroll for Spring, Summer, or Fall 2026 classes to be eligible
Have you applied to the Academic Internship Program before?
Yes
No
Tell us about yourself
In a few sentences, please tell us why you are interested in this internship experience.
What do you hope to accomplish or get out of this experience?
What relevant classes/courses have you taken and or skills and experiences do you have that would make you an ideal candidate for the position(s) you would like to be considered for?
How did you hear about the Academic Internship Program? Select all that apply
Parks Conservancy Website
My Professor
Informational webinar hosted by NPS and Conservancy staff (Scheduled for 3/14/24)
Social Media
A friend
School job board/career website
Search engine
Career Fair
Other
If you selected Other - How did you hear about the Academic Internship Program?
Current/Past Work or Volunteer Experiences
Name of Company or Organization
Dates of Employment
Job Title/Role
Short Description of Duties & Responsibilities
Name of Company or Organization
Dates of Employment
Job Title/Role
Short Description of Duties & Responsibilities
Name of Company or Organization
Dates of Employment
Job Title/Role
Short Description of Duties and Responsibilities
Reference - Professor
Please list one of your professors as a reference, include name and email address
Reference First and Last Name
School Department
Reference's phone number
Reference's email
Reference - Personal
Please list someone who can speak to your professional strengths (i.e. former supervisor/manager for a job or volunteer experience)
Reference First and Last Name
How do you know this person?
Reference's phone number
Reference's email
Internship Interests
Please choose your top 3 internships that you are interested in applying for.
Please choose 3 different positions.
Follow this link for Full Internships for full job description
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1st Choice Internship
Please select...
Alcatraz Historical Interpretive Academic Intern
Climate Change Community Engagement Academic Intern
Community Engagement Academic Intern (San Francisco)
Community Engagement Academic Intern (San Mateo)
Community Science Communication & Outreach Academic Intern
Content Marketing Academic Intern
Finance & Accounting Academic Intern
IT Desktop Support Academic Intern
Internal Communications Academic Intern
Legal Academic Intern
Museum Program Academic Intern
Muir Woods Visitor Services Academic Intern
Native Plant Nursery Academic Internship
One Tam Community Engagement Academic Intern
Social Media Academic Intern (GGNPC)
Social Media Academic Intern (NPS)
Southern Areas Interpretation Academic Intern
Sustainability Academic Intern
Youth Programs Operations Academic Intern
2nd Choice Internship
Please select...
Alcatraz Historical Interpretive Academic Intern
Climate Change Community Engagement Academic Intern
Community Engagement Academic Intern (San Francisco)
Community Engagement Academic Intern (San Mateo)
Community Science Communication & Outreach Academic Intern
Content Marketing Academic Intern
Finance & Accounting Academic Intern
IT Desktop Support Academic Intern
Internal Communications Academic Intern
Legal Academic Intern
Museum Program Academic Intern
Muir Woods Visitor Services Academic Intern
Native Plant Nursery Academic Internship
One Tam Community Engagement Academic Intern
Social Media Academic Intern (GGNPC)
Social Media Academic Intern (NPS)
Southern Areas Interpretation Academic Intern
Sustainability Academic Intern
Youth Programs Operations Academic Intern
3rd Choice Internship
Please select...
Alcatraz Historical Interpretive Academic Intern
Climate Change Community Engagement Academic Intern
Community Engagement Academic Intern (San Francisco)
Community Engagement Academic Intern (San Mateo)
Community Science Communication & Outreach Academic Intern
Content Marketing Academic Intern
Finance & Accounting Academic Intern
IT Desktop Support Academic Intern
Internal Communications Academic Intern
Legal Academic Intern
Museum Program Academic Intern
Muir Woods Visitor Services Academic Intern
Native Plant Nursery Academic Internship
One Tam Community Engagement Academic Intern
Social Media Academic Intern (GGNPC)
Social Media Academic Intern (NPS)
Southern Areas Interpretation Academic Intern
Sustainability Academic Intern
Youth Programs Operations Academic Intern
If you are not Selected for an interview for your top 3 positions, would you be open to other Academic Internship positions that may have fewer applicants?
Yes, please contact me regarding other internship positions
No, I only want to be considered for the internships I selected
Optional - Resume
Please attach a PDF version of your resume and a thoughtful cover letter. This is
NOT REQUIRED
but strongly encouraged.
Cover Letter
Resume
Consent
I understand that by submitting this application....
Hiring managers from the Academic Internship Program hiring team will receive my application materials, including my name and contact information. I may be contacted by staff at one or more of these organizations in regards to my application.
My zip code, major, and school will be used by staff at the National Park Service, Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, One Tam, City College of San Francisco, College of Marin, and San Francisco State University, to improve their student outreach strategies.
Please check the boxes to confirm your consent.