Research and Developer Intern
Company: Greening Youth Foundation
Location: Jackson
Posted on: January 24, 2023
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Job Description:
Position Description
This position will assist the staff at the Medgar and Myrlie Evers
Home National Monument (MEMY) in researching and developing
activities for youth and young adults to engage in as they embark
on the great American road trip to Evers-related sites in
Mississippi. MEMY is a new NPS unit, and this interpretation and
education project is critical to the success of park operations.
Over the course of several weeks, the intern will research historic
events involving Medgar and Myrlie Evers and other prominent foot
soldiers who worked with them in their fight for freedom and
justice. The outcome of this research will be developed into a
"senior ranger" activity booklet that can be accessed virtually or
at participating locations. The activities will stress public
service and civic engagement.
Tasks
The intern will conduct primary and secondary source research in
NPS archives, national archives, libraries, and online
repositories. Due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, much of the
research will be done onsite using online resources. However, some
travel may be required to visit archives and libraries. After that,
they will create an annotated bibliography highlighting research
sources, and sources of additional information for the public. From
this the intern will develop a narrative for each location on the
activities. Length and depth will vary according to the site. To
make the activities come alive, the intern will gather historic and
contemporary photographs, gain permissions for use, and incorporate
them into the final product. The intern will also assist the staff
in creating a georeferenced map with locations, routes, and travel
times between each site on the tour. Lastly, the intern will
consolidate narratives, maps, and photographs into a digital and
printed senior ranger activities booklet that will be available to
the public.
Learning Goals
In creating a senior ranger activities booklet for youth and young
adults about the Civil Rights Movement in Mississippi, this
position will foster the intern's skills in problem-solving,
critical thinking, and community engagement. Indeed, the intern
will identify opportunities for interpretation, think of ways to
communicate complex historical content, and lead in the creation of
new programs and resources. The intern will be empowered to
research and analyze primary sources and secondary sources, perform
outreach to identify new sources of information, collaborate with
stake holders and consult with the community partners.
Qualifications:
Applicants need to be currently enrolled in a college or university
working towards an undergraduate or graduate degree. Majors can
include but are not limited to History, Education, Environmental
Sciences, Parks and Recreation, Social Sciences, Public History or
Museum Studies. Skills include a thorough knowledge of interpretive
principles, practices, techniques, and themes to convey, connect,
and facilitate a wide variety of shared learning experiences with
diverse audiences; ability to develop and present a wide variety of
interpretive experiences to in-person and virtual audiences using
fully-developed interpretive skills, techniques, and tools; and
ability to design various types of interpretive experiences with
purposeful focus and cohesion that address the strategic goals and
objectives of park interpretation. Knowledge of the resources and
history associated with this project (people of African descent,
Indigenous peoples, etc). Ability to develop and/or present
interpretive content that meets all appropriate standards,
requirements, design principles, and laws (e.g., Section 508 and
NPS Accessibility Standards). Ability to write coherent and concise
reports, letters, and other materials in forms and formats
appropriate for purposes of specific documents. Ability to
effectively communicate orally with a variety of audiences in order
to present ideas and information that increase understanding of NPS
programs, policies, and objectives. Ability to utilize computer
programs and applications (e.g., word processing, data bases,
spreadsheets, and other software systems) for publishing content to
websites and social media sites. Must be able to apply computer
skills in the operation of various automated systems and databases.
Ability to perform stakeholder outreach and collaborate with
subject matter experts. Willingness to expand network, interact
with a variety of audiences, and openness to new ideas.
Diversity and Inclusion:
The staff at Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National Monument fully
supports employee participation in training that aligns with
service wide EEO and Diversity goals beyond the annual requirements
(such as bystander awareness, conflict management, etc.). Park
leadership and park staff foster a work environment that focuses on
team building, mutual respect, and open communication. And, park
leadership emphasize special programs, training opportunities and
important information by highlighting and re-disseminating relevant
messages to park staff that are provided by regional and service
wide emails to ensure that everyone has full awareness of
opportunities that exist. The staff at Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home
National Monument is excited by the opportunity to host a HBCU
intern. This internship will be a key element in a multi-faceted
approach to dedicate the park to values of inclusion and diversity.
In addition to this internship, park staff is currently seeking
professional development opportunities and grants to reflect these
values in our interpretive services
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