Public Lands and Career Exploration (PLACE) Fellowship

As a Fellow, you will:

• Build Your Skills: Work on real-world projects to develop skills that will help in any future career. You may be facilitating arts & crafts activities at a Visitor’s Center, learning about plant identification and invasive species removal on Boston Harbor Islands, researching untold history associated with park sites, developing historic preservation trade skills, and more! 
  
  
• Explore New Career Interests: Gain exposure to a variety of jobs on public lands, in fields from conservation to education and more. Careers may include Park Ranger, Biologist, Building Architect, Landscape Architect, and Museum Curator.
  
  
• Connect with Park Mentors: Team up with experienced professionals who can offer advice, answer questions, and guide you as you start out.
  
  
• Work Collaboratively: Join additional fellows to form a cohort and learn from one another. 
  
  
• Shape the Program: Your feedback matters! Help us make PLACE and our parks an even better experience for future fellows. 

This is your chance to explore career paths, make connections, and enjoy discovering Boston’s public lands. If you’re ready to learn, make an impact, and see what’s possible, apply today!

Fellowship Commitment Details:

• Available Positions: 5 spots for youth ages 15–18

• Length of Commitment: 2/15-5/8, 2025

• Location: Most days begin at the Charlestown Navy Yard, Boston National Historical Park

• Weekly Schedule: 10 hours per week (Tues/Thurs 3:30–5:30, Sat 10:00–4:30); up to 25 hours per week during February and April vacation.

• Pay Rate: $16.00/hour