Visitor Services, Landscape Architect Civil ,and Engineer Intern InternXL 2025

About the role

This position will work within Cuyahoga Valley National Park's (CUVA) Facilities and Project Management Division to perform limited civil engineering/landscape architecture tasks in a developmental capacity utilizing appropriate technology tools with a focus on CUVA's main visitor center area, Boston Mills Visitor Center.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate opportunities to improve the circulation partners, open space use, and interpretation opportunities including introducing visitors to African American history and experiences in the Cuyahoga Valley.
• Work on the Boston Mills Improvement Project with the park's civil engineer and Division Chief to incorporate their subject matter expertise in the design.
• Research into current standards for accessibility, paving materials, cost estimating, traffic control, and signage as well as cultural resources and permitting needs.
• Create conceptual level plans of alternatives, cost estimates, scope of work write-ups, and product research.
• Afford opportunities to assist the park's civil engineer on a wide variety of projects including reconstruction of pedestrian boardwalks, utility improvements, trail improvements, bridge inspections, and records research and cataloging.

Requirements

• Must be a senior or recent graduate of an HBCU (within the past 2 years)
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be able to commit to a 12-week, full-time internship

Qualifications

Prior experience in civil engineering or landscape architecture is preferred but not required. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a passion for public service and conservation are essential.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Benefits

The InternXL Internship Program offers:

• Opportunities to work on meaningful projects that contribute to the preservation and sharing of history in national parks
• Professional development and networking opportunities
• Competitive compensation of $17.20/hour with 40 hours per week

Pay

$17.20/hour

Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours per week