Volunteer in the Yosemite National Park

Yosemite has a large and vibrant volunteer program, welcoming people from all over the world into positions ranging from visitor information assistants in our visitor centers, to studying rare birds of prey, to picking up litter and building trails.

Individual volunteer and volunteer internship positions generally last at least 30 days for those who stay in the park, or at least three months for those who commute. These positions may include camp hosts, visitor information assistants, wildlife researchers, wilderness patrols, volunteer crew leaders, etc…

Volunteers who will stay in the park (in park housing or campgrounds) must work a minimum of 32 hours per week. Park housing is very limited, as are campsites that are available for individual volunteers. Not all volunteers live in the park. Volunteers from within commuting distance may volunteer intermittently. “Virtual volunteer” opportunities also exist, allowing volunteers to support Yosemite from their own homes.

Good to know before you apply

• Click here to read the FAQ for international volunteers
• Steps to become an international volunteer
• Visa and medical information are available here
• List of current openings

Yosemite sponsors a number of internships both directly and through partner organizations.  Volunteer Internships are full-time (40 hour/week) career-development positions with an educational component. The positions are usually 10 weeks to six months, and are open to people of all ages.They should not be confused with federal internships in the Pathways program, which may be paid positions and last for varying amounts of time.

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