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Title: Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps Pipestone National Monument Individual Placement
Stipend: $600/weekly and $280/weekly housing allowance
Dates: April 22, 2024- October 18, 2024
Term: 26 weeks, full time
Reports To: National Park Service
Location: 36 Reservation Ave Pipestone MN 56164
Status: 900-hour AmeriCorps Service Term
Benefits: AmeriCorps Education Award $3,447.50 after successful completion of term
Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps’ Mission
It is the mission of the Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps to lead our nations back to cultural and ecological well-being. The Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps is specifically designed to engage Native American youth and young adults. Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps serves local tribal communities in the regions we operate. Indigenous persons and/or area tribal members are highly encouraged to apply.
AmeriCorps Mission Statement:
AmeriCorps mission statement is “to strengthen communities and develop leaders through direct, team-based direct national and community service.”
National Park Service Mission:
Mission of the National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations.
ALCC Pipestone National Monument Individual Placement (IP) Overview:
Pipestone National Monument has a three-fold purpose: protect the pipestone quarries for use by American Indian people; preserve, protect, and interpret natural and cultural resources; and provide for the benefit and enjoyment of all people. American Indian people have quarried pipestone for countless generations to create pipes used in prayer and ceremony. The entire park is a sacred place to many people. The primary mission of the park Natural Resources Program is the monitoring and protection of the fragile tallgrass prairie ecosystem.
The ALCC Pipestone Individual Placement intern will help in the success of tallgrass prairie restoration, exotic invasive species removal, scientific monitoring, and developing a new pilot program to engage Native American youth in conservation careers. The remainder of the internship will focus on building relationships with tribal partners, developing opportunities for cultural learning and understanding, identifying obstacles and solutions, and laying the groundwork for future program growth with additional tribal partners.
This ALCC Pipestone National Monument IP will work to complete tasks and projects outlined below.
Apply Now!
To apply, please complete the online application including an updated resume and cover letter. Any questions please contact Andrea Hanks at ahanks@conservationlegacy.org