Research Permit Office Assistant - National Park Service

Applicants will be considered based on their knowledge, skills or abilities related to project needs. Specifically, applicants should have: Ability to address groups of various sizes. Ability to speak with the public about basic scientific concepts. Location: Yellowstone National Park, 104 Barracks St, Mammoth Hot Springs, WY 82190 Work Schedule and Flexibilities: Hours and dates are flexible to match the students needs. In office (or work site) only Number of Positions: 1 Term: Spring 2027 (90 day term between mid-January and mid-June) This vacancy will be open until Thursday, October 29th, 2026 at 11:59pm ET. Candidates are encouraged to read the entire announcement before submitting their application packages. Duties include: Digitalize Research Permit Office records. Accompany researchers on fieldwork Provide outreach to visitors on research being conducted. Establish and maintain office files. Organize supporting documentation. Enter data into mapping systems. Provide administrative assistance on special projects. The government-wide "Semester of Service" Student Volunteer Program, as authorized under 5 U.S.C §31114 and 5 CFR Part 3085, enables Federal agencies to engage students in unpaid, project-based assignments of limited duration. These assignments are designed to align with each agency's strategic priorities, offering participants practical experience within Federal operations while supporting the advancement of targeted initiatives.