Connecting People to the Park – Media Liaison Intern
Social media has the power to reach new audiences and create a vibrant community of national park advocates. This seasonal employee will create better and…
We envision a future with resilient ecosystems and dedicate ourselves to capturing the hearts and the minds of today’s youth. The Trust funds a spectrum of youth education programs, from elementary school-aged initiatives through post-college internships.
Current Projects
Shenandoah Youth Corps
Project Title: Shenandoah Youth Corps Project Purpose: to prepare the next generation of Park stewards and accomplish much-needed work Project Goals: to create opportunities for…
Internships at Shenandoah
Anyone who has worked with or managed interns knows it is an investment of time and resources. But, if the internship is well-structured and the…
Play, Learn, Serve
SNP Trust supports Shenandoah National Park’s Education Programming, providing a broad range of recreational, educational, and service-learning experiences in Shenandoah National Park for youth and…
Volunteer Coordinator
Shenandoah’s volunteer program is a powerful force that provides vital support and creates enthusiastic advocates for the park’s mission. Each year, approximately 700 volunteers donate…
Past Projects
Expert in Residence Fund
This fund allows park managers to engage outside experts in natural resource protection, cultural resource preservation, and other park-related goals for short- to mid-term projects.…
Research Fellowships
The National Park Service faces a number of increasingly complex issues that threaten the integrity of natural ecosystems, cultural resources, and visitor experiences at Shenandoah…
Robert Jacobsen Employee Development Fund
Named for a beloved retired superintendent of Shenandoah National Park, the Robert Jacobsen Employee Development Fund supports park employee participation in leadership and other career-enhancing…