2011 National Park Transportation Scholars Program

Applications are now being accepted for the 2011 National Park Transportation Scholars Program (found here)

The National Park Transportation Scholars Program gives transportation specialists a unique opportunity for career development and public service. The Scholars Program places transportation professionals, as well as master's and doctoral candidates in the fields of transportation, engineering, and planning, in National Parks across the country to assist Park Service staff in developing transportation solutions that preserve valuable resources and enhance the visitor experience.

Assignments begin on or about June 20, 2011 and last either 6 or 12 months. Scholars receive a stipend of $25,000 for a six month assignment and $50,000 for 12 months. Park projects involve transportation planning and analysis, coordination with local communities, environmental and traffic studies, and other transportation-related tasks. This program is in partnership with the National Park Foundation, National Park Service, Eno Transportation Foundation, Federal Highway Administration, and the Paul S. Sarbanes Transit in Parks Technical Assistance Center.

Who Should Apply

If you have substantial knowledge and expertise in transportation planning or a related area, then you are eligible to apply to become a National Park Transportation Scholar. The program is open to graduate students, transportation professionals (active or retired), and university faculty.

How to Apply

Applicants are required to submit packets consisting of:

· The Application Cover Sheet. Click here to download

· Resume

· Statement of interest (no more than 1000 words).

· Letter of recommendation from a current or past supervisor, an academic advisor, or other person who can attest to your knowledge and skills.

(Applications are only eligible if they include ALL the above material)

2011 Scholar Assignments

(Detailed descriptions provided at http://www.enotrans.com)

Park Duration

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park 6 months

Arches National Park 12 months

National Capital Region and George Washington Memorial Parks 12 months

New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park 12 months

North Cascades National Park 12 months

Completed application packets must be received by 5:00 pm EST on February 28, 2011

Send application packets to:

Eno Transportation Foundation

Attn: Melissa Paradis

1250 I Street, NW, Suite 750

Washington, DC 20005

Applications may also be emailed to (mparadis@enotrans.com).

Questions?

Contact Melissa Paradis of the Eno Staff at 202-879-4703.