Individual Placement - Education and Outreach Participant

Position Summary 

Gateway Arch National Park is seeking an SCA member to assist with presenting and facilitating activity-based, summer education programs at the park and partner sites in the greater St. Louis, MO area. Work includes assisting interpretative rangers and education specialists in offering 5-14 year olds outdoor summer camp activities to foster awareness and stewardship of park resources. Camp activities include, but are not limited to, hiking, fishing, canoeing, museum exploration, arts & crafts, and archery. The intern will receive training and mentoring before, during and after five week-long sessions in partnership with the Gateway Region YMCA and camp sessions in partnership with a local school district.

 

Location 

St. Louis, MO

 

Schedule 

June 1, 2026 - July 24, 2026

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities 

The individual will participate in and help to facilitate team-building activities that will enhance social and leadership skills in camp participants; activities related to Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) that will improve understanding of the environment; and help students learn more about and participate in the Junior Ranger program.

 

Marginal Duties 

Set-up and break down of activities; learning about education-related jobs, collaborating with peers and mentors to develop activities; general office work related to inventory, supply repair and replacement; and developing a strong work ethic.

 

Required Qualifications 

• Interest in working outdoors
• Willingness to work with children 5-14 years old

 

This SCA Position is authorized under the Public Land Corps Authority. All participants must be between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive, or veterans age 35 or younger. Participants must also be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States. Hours served can be applied toward the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority.

 

Preferred Qualifications 

Experience working with students 5-14 years old in an outdoor setting.

 

Hours 

40 per week

 

Living Accommodations 

No living accommodations are available at the park. The park will assist the individual to find housing, possibly at a nearby university in their dorm.

 

Compensation  

• Living Allowance: $750/week
• Relocation Allowance: $1,100 (paid once with first paycheck)

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. 

 

Personal Vehicle Information

Recommended

 

Additional Benefits 

• First Aid/CPR
• Interpretive Skills
• Wilderness First Aid Training
• AmeriCorps: Not Eligible

 

Equal Opportunity Statement 

The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.