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World Migratory Bird DayInspiring the Next Generation of Conservation Leaders 2023Environment for the Americas Diversity Internship Program Intern Handbook

Intern Handbook 2Program AdministrationProgram ContactsCOVID-19 PolicySpecial Hiring AuthoritiesEmergency ProceduresIntern Support SystemInsurance PolicyIntern HousingBefore Your InternshipCode of ConductIntern RequirementsInternship Program PoliciesTime Tracking and Payment ScheduleGeneral Safety GuidelinesDuring Your InternshipEvaluationCompleting Your InternshipRequired Intern DeliverablesAppendix I: Incident Report FormAppendix II: Reimbursement FormAppendix III: Non-Disclosure agreementAppendix IV: World Migratory Bird dayAppendix V: Instructions to complete Public Land Corps (PLC) Work Hours Verification and attached Work Log35689101112131516172427282930313234353738Table of Contents

Intern Handbook 3Program AdministrationEnvironment for the Americas (EFTA) was created as a result of the success of International Migratory Bird Day (now World Migratory Bird Day or WMBD). This program is a global celebration of the phenomenon of bird migrations. Over 650 WMBD events are hosted each year from South America to Canada and the Caribbean. This event and the diverse peoples it involves sparked our interest in ensuring that we connect underrepresented groups to nature and bird conservation across the Western Hemisphere. To help natural area managers diverse communities, EFTA developed a model for internship programs that offers unique opportunities to work with professionals at sites across the United States. We now coordinate multiple internship programs in partnership with governmental and non-governmental organizations, including the Resource Assistants Program for the U.S. Forest Service, and the Latino Heritage Internship Program and Mosaics in Science Diversity Internship Program for the National Park Service. These internship programs provide diverse college students and college graduates with quality job experiences in the field of natural resources, as well as in other careers such as communications and historical archives. Learn more about these opportunities on our website and on our social media. We also invite you to contribute to our social media by tagging us in your online message or sending us photos of you at work. We like to highlight EFTA interns' activities!enviroamericasEnvironment for the Americas environmentamericaswww.environmentamericas.org • internships@environmentamericas.org • 303-499-1950

Intern Handbook 4Roles and Responsibilities Host Site Mentor• Selects the candidate • Directs work assigned to the intern • Provides mentorship and coaching to maximize intern experience • Supports and enhances intern development and access to networks • Confirms intern’s successful completion of program requirements to receive a hiring eligibility certificate Environment for the Americas (EFTA)• Conducts outreach and recruits a diverse pool of highly qualified applicants for selection by the Host Site• Provides ongoing program and administrative support, such as paying stipends, coordinating travel and training logistics, managing intern records and agreement requirements, and tracking intern progress • Develops trainings and other opportunities for participants• Provides mentorship and guidance throughout the experience• Prepares program reports and summary data of each intern cohortIntern • Performs work that contributes to mission accomplishment and agency priorities • Adheres to agency and office policies, procedures, and rules • Develops and manages engagement and tracks training and mentoring sessions as part of individual learning workplan and for partner record keeping • Takes advantage of learning and development opportunities • Develops professional goals and applies critical feedback to improve performance • May acquire eligibility to be converted to a permanent position or apply to merit positions

Intern Handbook 5Program ContactsStephanie Loredo Internship Program Lead303-499-1950internships@environmentamericas.orgCarina RuizAssociate Director303-499-1950internships@environmentamericas.orgShanelle ThevarajahDiversity Internship Program Manager303-499-1950internships@environmentamericas.orgPaulina Gutierrez Program Assistant303-499-1950internships@environmentamericas.orgThe EFTA Internship Program will be using the following methods to communicate with you:• The program E-mail: internship@environmentamericas.org, is checked multiple times each day, and one of the team will answer you promptly. We will also send you important information using this email. Look for messages about your schedule, travel, and more.• Telephone: Need to talk to someone immediately? Reach out to an EFTA team member. We’re here for you! • Text message: Please text or call staff when you have an immediate need, especially after hours.• WhatsApp : You will be invited to join an EFTA WhatsApp group. This is a great place to share photos, news about your work, and to get to know other interns. Environment for the Americas will also send some updates and reminders and answer any questions. (Please reply to the rst message or the system will remove you from the group)EFTA staff are available at any time during your internship. We want to hear from you!

Intern Handbook 6COVID-19 PolicyCOVID-19 is an unprecedented event and, as a result, requires flexibility in providing guidance for how to respond. Environment for the Americas (EFTA) is dedicated to ensuring the health of its staff, volunteers, and interns. In order to prevent COVID-19, we require interns to be fully vaccinated. Prior to the start date, interns should provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Other policies will be adapted as needed to address current events. COVID-19 Prevention:• Stay home when sick and avoid close contact with people who are sick. • Follow all other recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), including limitations on gatherings, unnecessary use of public transport, and other activities both within and outside of the office.• Communicate regularly with your EFTA Supervisor about any concerns.• EFTA will provide links to authoritative information on COVID-19 on relevant EFTA websites. Interns may continue internships at worksites, following the guidelines provided by the host organization.• EFTA will work with host sites to accommodate necessary changes in internships, including start dates and job requirements, to address any potential exposure to COVID-19 and communicate regularly with interns regarding changes due to COVID-19.• EFTA will ensure that travel to host sites by both EFTA staff and contractors and EFTA interns follows current CDC guidelines.• EFTA has added COVID-19 to its host site risk assessment information to help us identify if any sites pose a hazard to an intern, whether from the location itself or from the required tasks. • If EFTA or any of the host sites have any reports of COVID-19 from intern worksites, we will take action immediately in accordance with the recommendations of the CDC. • If interns report feeling sick or needing to self-quarantine, EFTA will excuse their absence from their internships.• In the event that an intern(s) can no longer work at a host site or complete their internships remotely, we will notify your site supervisor.

Intern Handbook 7IN THE EVENT OF ILLNESSIn the event that an EFTA staff, contractor, or intern becomes infected: • EFTA management will share information that is important to the health of other staff members and host sites. • All exchange of personal medical information will be consistent with legal requirements. • Employees exposed to a co-worker or another person diagnosed with COVID-19 will follow CDC guidelines at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/index.htmlCOMMUNICATIONEFTA staff, both office and remote, will communicate regularly about the COVID-19 situation, adapting this policy as the need requires. This may include, for example, altered work schedules, transition to teleworking, and changes in job focus. All leadership and staff are encouraged to understand the steps necessary to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Public Land Corps Non-Competitive Hiring Authority (PLC)The Public Land Corps Non-Competitive Hiring Authority is a special hiring authority available to qualifying interns. The intern must be between the ages of 18 and 30 years old, inclusive, or a veteran up to age 35 and complete 640 hours of work on an appropriate conservation project to be eligible for this hiring authority. Upon successful completion of the PLC project(s), the intern is eligible for two years to be hired non-competitively into a federal seasonal, term, or permanent position. The applicant must apply to a PLC-eligible position advertised on USAJobs.gov and selected off a non-competitive certificate of eligibility. For more information, see DOI Personnel Bulletins 11-02 , 12-13, and 17-03. Intern Handbook 8Special Hiring Authorities

Intern Handbook 9Emergency ProceduresEFTA Emergency ProceduresAn emergency is any event that may cause harm to an intern’s physical, mental, and/or emotional well-being. Such incidences may include, but are not limited to, work-related accidents that result in physical harm, sexual harassment, and macro- and microaggressions. The following procedures outline the steps an intern should take in the event of an incident, accident, or even a near miss. If an intern has an emergency situation or incident, contact should occur in this order:1. Follow the emergency protocol at your park2. Contact the intern’s immediate Mentor3. Contact the EFTA Emergency Hotline at 708-239-8426 4. Contact Environment for the AmericasEFTA’s emergency hotline is available 24/7. In the event of any emergency or need for immediate contact with our staff, please contact: 708-239-8426EFTA EMERGENCY HOTLINEAccident, Incident, & Near Miss ReportingAccident Occurs (Incident/Near Miss)Intern completes an Incident Report Form(see Appendix III)Accident or IncidentAn unplanned or unseen event that may result in physical, mental, and/or emotional harm. Includes workplace harassment.Near MissAn accident that could have happened or almost happened.Incident Requiring Medical Treatment Life-ThreateningCall 9-1-1Medical Care Needed or Near MissIntern notifies Site Mentor and EFTA Staffwithin 24 hoursContact Site Mentor and EFTA Staff immediatelyEFTA’s insurance does not cover intern activities that include scuba diving, chemical spray, or any work at height, such as tree climbing or use of ladders. Please notify us if you are being asked to participate in any of these activities.

Need support or someone to talk to?We want to provide our interns with several options when reaching out or voicing concerns. If you don't want to reach out to us directly, we have an anonymous line as well as a clinical psychologist we work closely with. All of the resources below are free for you to utilize as an intern, so if you nd yourself in need of support - please reach out! Your Site Mentor works to make your experience the best possible. Communicate with them about your internship activities and share any concerns or suggestions.InternCounseling: Feeling overwhelmed or have challenges in your personal or work life? We provide each intern with two hours of counseling with a clinical psychologist. You may contact Kynetta McFarlane (at left) at Transformative Health directly to schedule an appointment. E-mail: kynetta@transformativehealth.netIncogneato: Don't feel comfortable talking about it? Our anonymous line accepts comments without including your name. When you share suggestions, concerns, and other comments here, we will work to address them immediately. https://ansr.me/eftaThe Environment for the Americas Team is here to help you! If you experience any challenges or problems or just have questions, please reach out to our sta.Surveys: Based on the comments in your program surveys, we may reach out to you, especially if you have indicated that your internship is not meeting your needs. Intern Handbook 10Intern Support System

Environment for the Americas provides insurance in the event that an intern has an incident while at work. Incidences may be both physical and mental. The type of work an intern can do is based on the job description we receive. Our insurance will not cover activities that have not been included in the position description. In addition, there are certain activities that our organization cannot cover. Please read the lists of activities below and notify us immediately if you are being asked to do any of these activities.• Working at height• Scuba diving• Herbicide/pesticide application• Power toolsINSURANCE POLICYWorking at heightScuba divingHerbicide ApplicationPower ToolsIntern Handbook 11

Intern HousingFor many interns, this summer experience will be their first time away from home. For others, it may be the first time working in a park and living in park housing. Before arriving at park housing, make sure to ask your supervisor what type of lodging you will be placed in, the supplies you will need to bring, and the condition of the facilities. Please be aware that if you are staying in park housing, you may: - be sharing a room - be living in a dorm, cabin, house, yurt or other unique housing situation- be required to bring your own sheets, bedding, towels, pillow, etc. - be sharing a kitchen and cooking/eating supplies if available - be staying lodging that is older or newer, modern or rustic- be required to commute a short distance from the lodging to main location of work - be living in lodging with gender diversityMost parks have shared on-site housing that is provided for interns. Typically, interns will have their own individual bedroom and share the living space. Other interns have shared rooms with another intern or season staff depending on the housing situation. Most kitchens are stocked with cooking utensils, pots/pans, and dining ware. In the event that a park does not have on-site housing, the program will work to provide different housing options. These options include, but are not limited to; Furnished Finder, AirBnB, and university dorm housing. EFTA staff will provide a suggested packing list for what to bring for your internship. If you have any questions or concerns about housing for the summer, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your EFTA program contact. Intern Handbook 12

Intern Handbook 13Before Your Internship☐ Submit documents requested through Qualtrics Onboarding survey (Acceptance Letter, I-9, W-9, Direct Deposit, Photo Release, three photos, proof of COVID-19 vaccination and Non-Disclosure Agreement)☐ Complete federal security background clearance request (this form will be emailed to you by your site supervisor/mentor). Make sure to enter the information accurately. If the information needs to be corrected, it could delay the start date of your internship.☐ Confirm the type of field gear needed (if any) for your position ☐ Confirm housing ☐ Know when you will be arriving and where you will check in or pick up keys☐ Talk to your host site ☐ Confirm who will be your site supervisor/mentor ☐ Determine start and end dates ☐ Find out what time, where, and to whom you should report on your first day ☐ Determine any housing supplies that you will need to bring with you ☐ Ensure with your site supervisor/mentor that required federal security clearance processes are complete ☐ Ask about any additional requirements or recommendations from your host site☐ Post a vlog to the www.environmentamericas.org blogTravel to and From Your SiteEFTA interns will receive a travel stipend if driving to their site. This stipend will be based on the number of miles driven from Point A (your home) to Point B (site/site housing). Any travel outside of the direct route will not be reimbursed or covered by the program. The stipend will follow a mileage reimbursement rate of 0.24 cents per mile and this stipend is taxable. Please maintain proof of travel for your tax records. If driving to your site, EFTA sta will purchase hotel room(s) along the way after 8 hours of driving per day. For safety reasons, please do not drive more than 8 hours a day. Once you plan your route, please connect with your EFTA contact for hotel bookings. Meal stipends may be provided for multi-day travel. Check with your supervisor regarding the availability of a meal stipendIf ying, check with your airline and be sure you understand the luggage restrictions. Most have a suitcase weight limit of 50 pounds and additional fees for second and third suitcases. You will need to pack to stay within these guidelines. You will be compensated for up to 2 suitcases at the weight limit, unless there is a special need for more items. We WILL NOT reimburse overweight backage fees. Arrive at the airport ninety minutes before the ight to ensure you will make it through security checkpoints in time to board. Place liquids in checked baggage or in containers 3.4oz or smaller in a quart-sized plastic bag for carry-on. Your EFTA contact will make your ight arrangements and communicate with you about preferred dates and times. EFTA will also make your round-trip travel arrangements to cohort gatherings if required by program.

Intern Handbook 14Example Reimbursement FormFor any pre-approved expenses as a result of your internship, you can ll out and submit this form. You must attach receipts in order to get reimbursed. Once submitted, reimbursements will be paid within two weeks. Environment for the AmericasEmployee Name: Expense PeriodFrom:To:Itemized Expenses[ 42]DATEPROJECT CODECOST-$ Note: Mileage reimbursement for personal car = $0.14/mileDon't forget to attach receipts!DateDateDESCRIPTIONEmployee SignatureApproval SignatureTOTAL

If you do not meet administrative requirements in a timely manner, you risk a stipend deduction or delay. If you are facing conditions that do not allow you to meet the requirements, please contact us and we will work something out. Remember that you agreed to perform these tasks when you signed and turned in your acceptance form.Intern Handbook 15General ExpectationsDuring the internship program, we expect you to:• Arrive on time for your internship activities, whether they are at your site or at an o-site location.• Be responsible for maintaining regular contact regarding your schedule as determined by EFTA and site supervisors.• Exhibit respectful, courteous behavior of sta, interns, site visitors• Maintain oce space, equipment, and living quarters in good condition• Work well independently and as a team member.• Read assigned materials. • Dress in “business casual” unless assigned an uniform, and/or appropriately for environmental conditions (e.g. wind, rain, snow, poison oak, etc.) for eldwork.• Communicate concerns to supervisors and EFTA in a timely manner.• Exhibit positive behavior and attitudes necessary to become a role model to others.• Allow EFTA to use photographs of you and your work in news releases and promotional materials on the web and in print media.• Abide by all laws and site policies, including protection of natural resources. • Follow COVID-19 Guidelines & Safety InformationAdministrative TasksWe expect you will maintain open and frequent communication with the EFTA sta, that you will manage your work in a well-organized manner, and that you will:• Maintain accurate records of your activities, les, data, and hours.• Track your hours daily and submit your hours• Submit written content and photographs with photo releases (if necessary) for EFTA social media outlets and other program materials at least once a month.• Obtain prior permission from your supervisor before talking to the media or publishing articles about your work.• Prepare assigned blog posts and submit them to EFTA. • Participate in career development webinars hosted by EFTA.Code of ConductBelow is a list of expectations and tasks we expect you to achieve during this internship program. Please note, this is a general list relating to your obligations with Environment for the Americas (EFTA), but does not encompass all internship responsibilities. You may also have additional obligations to fulll with your site supervisor.

Intern Handbook 16You are required to write six blogs including one vblog.Maintaining your hours is critical for PLC hiring authorities. Interns must complete their hours and notes of tasks. Typically, interns are paid every two weeks.Webinars are approximately one hour in length. Dates and topics are listed on the following page. Depending on your program webinars may be required or optional. If required and you cannot attend due to an unavoidable conict, notify EFTA at least 5 days in advance and a recording of the webinar will be available.BlogsTimesheetsIntern RequirementsWebinarsInterns are required to complete a pre-, mid-, and post-internship workshop evaluation. These evaluations are used to improve the program each year.EvaluationsCohort gatheringYour program may involve a cohort of other interns working in nearby areas. Gatherings will involve workshops and guest speakers.

Intern Handbook 17TransportationAny intern driving a motorized vehicle as part of their internship must possess a valid driver’s license, present proof of auto insurance, and have a clean driving record for the last three years (no accidents or tickets). Interns must obey all traffic laws and use seat belts, and are prohibited from texting while driving. Interns must also avoid taking medications or using substances that might impair their ability to drive. If an accident occurs, it should be reported to the host site staff and EFTA supervisor promptly. Interns must carry a copy of their health insurance information in the automobile at all times in case of an emergency. The program makes the arrangements to bring you to the site and then home after the internship. Any unauthorized travel will not be covered by the program. Travel and ReimbursementTravel costs are covered by the program, however we have the option to approve or deny the items on your reimbursement, so please be mindful and reasonable when traveling, i.e. lodging costs. If your host site requires that you bring your vehicle, mileage will be reimbursed based on the charitable organization rate defined by the IRS non-profit rate. Travel for personal expenses, once you are at your site, will not be covered. For instance, while we understand that travel to grocery stores and other amenities may be distant from your site/housing, these trips will not be reimbursed.Commuter StipendsFor interns who will commute by car to their site, we will do mileage reimbursement at 24 cents per mile as a weekly stipend. Example: An intern who drives 50 miles round trip (for 5 days) will receive a weekly stipend of $60 (50 miles x .24 x 5). Please note this stipend is taxable and you must keep records of your commute. For interns taking public transportation, we will purchase metro or bus passes to be used during the internship.Holidays and Paid Time OInterns are entitled to 8 hours of paid time off each federal holiday. However, interns must check with their site supervisor to determine if they receive time off on Memorial Day, July 4th, Juneteenth or Labor Day. Sites that expect interns to interact with the public may be required to work on official holidays to serve the public visiting the site. In addition, interns are entitled to 40 hours of paid time off per 6 months of participation. Other time off may be allowed by the site and be paid or unpaid at the host unit’s discretion. Host units should inform interns regarding expectations to request time off, paid or unpaid. Interns must also notify EFTA of these decisions no fewer than 2 weeks before the time off is used.Positions that are less than six months in duration accrue paid-time-off at 4 hours per pay period (1 day per month). Accrued paid-time-off can be used after three months from date of hire.Internship Program Policies

Intern Handbook 18Vacation Time and Sick LeaveAll interns committed to completing an EFTA internship of five months or more receive a minimum of two personal days off for the first six months of work and an additional two days after six months to be used for personal reasons or illness. If an intern expects to be absent from work, they should seek approval for this absence at least three weeks prior to their missed day of work, except in the case of illness. If the supervisor does not approve the absence, the intern is not permitted to be absent on that date. If an intern requests leave beyond the two personal days, they can be granted this leave at their supervisor’s and EFTA's discretion. The hours missed by the intern may need to be made up at a time agreed upon between the supervisor and the intern, or the intern will not be paid for the missed hours. This is dependent on the situation. In the event of illness, the intern should alert the supervisor of their illness as soon as possible and no later than one hour prior to their shift. Family BereavementInterns are allowed, at their supervisor’s discretion, up to two paid days of leave per internship for the bereavement of an immediate family member. An immediate family member includes parents, siblings, children, and spouses. Interns must notify their supervisor of bereavement leave.Use of Alcohol, Drugs, and/or FirearmsInterns are prohibited from using illegal drugs, alcohol, and possessing firearms on federal property. Marijuana is classified as an illegal drug under federal law. Any suspected violations will be reported to EFTA and will result in termination from the program and removal from the host site. No intern will possess or consume beer, wine, or other alcoholic beverages and illegal substances while actively engaged or prior to actively engaging in internship tasks, nor shall any participant endorse the use of alcohol or illegal drugs. The possession or use of firearms, firecrackers, explosives, toxic or dangerous chemicals, or other lethal weapons, equipment, or materials while participating in internship activities is strictly prohibited.Unacceptable Behavior A number of behaviors are regarded as incompatible with our goals, values, and program standards and are considered unacceptable and prohibited while participants are engaged in internship activities. Unacceptable behaviors will not be tolerated by the supervisors/mentors or interns while participating in the program. Unacceptable behaviors include, but are not limited to: • Unwelcome physical contact, such as inappropriate touching, patting, pinching, punching, and physical assault. • Unwelcome physical, verbal, visual, or behavioral mannerisms or conduct that denigrates, shows hostility, or aversion toward any individual. • Demeaning or exploitative behavior of either sexual or nonsexual nature, including threats of such behavior. • Display of demeaning, suggestive, or pornographic material. • Known sexual abuse or neglect of a child. • Intentional violation of any local, state, or federal law. • Drinking while driving or driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Possession of illegal substances. • Acting in a manner that is deemed dangerous to the public. • Any unacceptable behavior, as specified but not limited to the above, will result in a warning and/or disciplinary action, including suspension or termination.

Intern Handbook 19Workplace HarassmentIf an intern is subjected to harassment, they should talk with their supervisor/mentor, or a representative at Environment for the Americas (EFTA). Please follow the emergency procedure protocol on page 9 of this manual. Although it may be difficult to raise the issue of harassment, it is important to do so to enable EFTA to investigate and respond appropriately. • Sexual harassment: Sexual harassment does not refer to occasional socially acceptable compliments or consensual personal and social relationships that do not have a discriminatory effect on employment. Harassment is unwelcome, intimidating, hostile, or offensive behavior. Other prohibited forms of harassment include jokes, verbal abuse, and epithets, degrading comments, the display of objects and pictures and other offensive conduct relating to an individual’s race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, handicap, medical condition, disability, marital status or age, all as defined and protected by applicable law. • Microaggressions: Microaggressions are everyday verbal, nonverbal, and environmental slights, snubs, or insults, whether intentional or unintentional, that communicate hostile, derogatory, or negative messages to target persons based solely upon their group membership. For more information, please visit: http:// academicaffairs.ucsc.edu/events/documents/Microaggressions_Examples_Arial_2014_11_12.pdf Whistleblower PolicyThis policy encourages interns to report suspected or actual occurrence(s) of illegal or inappropriate events (behaviors or practices) without retribution. In the case of an event involving a direct supervisor/mentor or another individual at the site, the intern should report to EFTA. In the event of an incident with an EFTA staff member, the intern should report to the site supervisor/mentor. If the whistleblower is uncomfortable or reluctant to report to either for any reason, they should report the event to the EFTA office. The whistleblower can report the event anonymously. Supervisors/mentors and/or EFTA staff who receive a report must promptly act to investigate and/or resolve the issue within 24 hours.Participant Conduct and DismissalInterns are ambassadors of EFTA and its partners. Participants are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times. EFTA reserves the right to terminate an intern’s participation in the program if the participant fails to conduct themselves in a professional manner or does not meet the requirements for the position.

Intern Handbook 20Webinars, Blogs & TimesheetsWebinarsWebinars are an important component of the internship. Their purpose is to provide training, share successes and challenges, and a way for Environment for the Americas (EFTA) to check in with you. We will send information about how to connect to the webinars. Inform your site supervisor of the webinar schedule and make sure they know that this is a required component of the internship. Links to webinars and reminders will be sent via email, so please be prepared to attend on time. If you have a change in your schedule or a conflict that arises that will affect your ability to participate, please notify EFTA. Please refer to the webinar schedule sent separately.BlogsWriting blogs is an important component of the internship and provides a venue for you to share your experiences, a way for your host sites to spread the word about the internships, and an important mechanism for the successes of the program to be shared. Your posts should focus on your work at your site and should not include any references to current political events or affiliations, religion, sexual orientation, or any other potentially divisive topics. Your first blog should be a 20-second video or post introducing yourself, so that your audience gets to know you. Who are you? Where are you from? Why are you excited about this internship? You are expected to submit six blog posts before the end of your internship, but you are welcome to write more if you’d like. Each blog post has a specific due date with a suggested topic. Instructions for posting blogs will be provided to you by EFTA. Please refer to the blog schedule sent separately.We suggest a 300 word minimum for each post. But content quality is more important that quantity, so use your discretion. Each post must include at least one photo, but can also include videos. Blog topics should primarily focus on your work with the site, but you may include experiences of your time spent at the park.” Submit Suggested TopicVlog Introductory Vlog (guidelines below)Blog #1 Introduce yourself and your siteBlog #2 Tell everyone about your main projectBlog #3 Something learned or someone who inspires you at your parkBlog #4 My favorite part of this internship is... Blog #5 Summarize your experience!Blog #6 Free Topic (optional blog or vlog)

Intern Handbook 21Introduce Yourself! – EFTA Vlog InstructionsAs a participant in the EFTA Program, we ask that you create a short Introduction Vlog (video blog) to highlight who you are and the great work you’ll be doing this summer. Your vlog should include your name, your position and the work you’ll be doing, the park/office where you will intern, and what you’re looking forward to about the internship experience/summer ahead. All vlogs will be shared on our EFTA social media accounts.Want an example? Find it here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CQglUd9HnDe/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3DExample Script:“Hi everyone! My name is James and I am a [Name your Site] and and Environment for the Americas intern in the Mosaics in Science Internship Program.This summer, I will be working as a Biology Assistant at Fort Union National Monument in Watrous, New Mexico. My project includes conducting bat surveys to study the impacts of White-nose syndrome on local bat populations. One thing I’m looking forward to this summer is exploring a new part of the country and learning more about the geology of this area. Welcome Vlog Instructions:1. Use your cell phone to record a 20 to 40 second introduction video.2. Include your name, your position and the work you’ll be doing, the park/office you will be interning at, and what you’re looking forward to about the internship experience/summer ahead.3. Create a caption for your video - be creative! but please incorporate ALL of the following into your caption:• Hashtags: #EnvironmentfortheAmericas, #NationalParkService, #ScientistsInParks, #yourparkunitname• Tags: @npsyouth, @yourparkunithandle4. Send your video to your program coordinator.Dos and Don’ts of a Great Welcome VlogDo: Don’t:• Hold your phone horizontally • Use abbreviations, acronyms, or jargon - not • Wear your uniform every one knows what they mean!• Use the full name of your park and partner organization • Express your personal opinions on politics, • Speak slowly and clearly religion, or other controversial topics• Look at the camera• Smile :)

Intern Handbook 22More Blog IdeasA post should include some descriptive text and at least one photo. It does not have to be long. You may also upload a video. Your post does not have to be a long essay, but it should be complete in describing the topic. Again, the posts should focus on your work with the NPS, though you may include other experiences, such as a new hike or a weekend exploration in the park. Below are some ideas for potential post topics:• Highlight your site. What is it known for? What do you think is especially interesting about it?• Interview your supervisor/mentor and describe his/ her/their experiences. What could you learn from his/her/their path to a position in natural resources?• How have your internship experiences changed your perspective about your career directions or possibilities?• How has your internship influenced your family? Are they more interested in what you are doing, or more interested in visiting a natural area?• Describe another project that you have learned about at your site. It is always good to hear about what other staff or interns are working on, and you never know how it will influence you later.• Describe an interesting and positive interaction you had with a visitor. What questions did they ask you? How did you answer? How have you improved their experience at your site?• Describe something unusual at your site, perhaps the biggest tree or the smallest insect. Or, share the most common something. Make it fascinating!• What new experiences have you tried at your site? It could be an activity, a food, a book, art... anything!• How is the community where you are now living different (or similar) to where you grew up? Avoid politics and religon.• Don’t be shy to feature your adventures! If you are living in a new location and are experiencing different environments and wildlife, we would like to hear about it.• Make a friend at your site and don’t be afraid to ask them to take photos of you on the job. Or, if you have just arrived or are on a solo adventure, good quality selfies are always welcomed. We want to see you in action!Blog Post Idea: Your rst blog entry should include information about who you are, where you are from, and why you decided to intern at your site. Seles welcome!Blog Post Idea: Write a wrap-up entry discussing what you learned and experienced during your internship. Tell the readers where you are going next and how you will use the skills you gained.

Intern Handbook 23Goals of Interns Social Media Follow these principles when using public-facing social media in an official capacity within EFTA and your internship site:• Do not discuss any EFTA or government information that is not considered public information. The discussion of sensitive, proprietary, or classified information is strictly prohibited. • When you are representing EFTA in an official capacity, EFTA is responsible for the content you publish on blogs, wikis, social networking Web sites, or other forms of social media. Assume that any content you post may be considered in the public domain, will be available for a long period of time, and can be published or discussed in the media -- likely beyond your or EFTA’ influence. • Do not use vulgar or abusive language, personal attacks of any kind, or offensive terms targeting individuals or groups. • Look at your photos...don’t include images with alcohol, inappropriate hand signs, etc. • Do not endorse commercial products, services, or entities, unless they are EFTA or NPS partners. • Do not endorse political parties, candidates, or groups. • Do not share your personal political, religious, or other beliefs. • Did you mess up? Don’t worry! If you make a mistake, let us know right away so that we have time to correct it. • Remember we want the public to see the amazing work you are completing, so be sure to tag and share your photos with the EFTA communications team!• To promote the program and its opportunities • To share, in a positive way, intern experiences• To highlight the value and importance of diversity on our public lands • To help other diverse youth see role models in the field• To educate the public about science, history, and the parks • To increase awareness of conservation sites, EFTA and their programs • To demonstrate the professional aspects of the program • To provide a dynamic and colorful way for the public to meet EFTA interns, follow their activities, and to increase support for internship programs• To highlight your contributions to the protection of our public lands• To emphasize the program’s commitment to preserving narratives/stories• To magnify the importance of inclusion in our public lands and historic sites• To make your knowledge and experiences accessible to our community• To bolster visibility of conservation efforts by EFTA and our partners• And last but not least, to empower your voices as experts in your respective fieldsHashtags: #EFTA #EFTA2023 #NationalParkService #HighlightsInMosaics #FindYourPark #encuentratuparque #NPSYouthPrograms #NPSYouth #ScientistsInParks

Intern Handbook 24TimesheetsYou will submit your hours through OnTheClock. You will receive an e-mail with an invitation to set up your account. If you have any problems, please contact internships@environmentamericas.org.Please enter all of your hours worked with a description of your activities. If you have made arrangements with your supervisor for time off, or have time off due to illness, please let us know. We recommend that you record your hours daily for more accuracy. Your timesheet must be submitted by noon every other Monday following a pay period in order for you to receive your stipend. Late submissions can delay your payment! Please refer to the timesheet schedule sent separately.You must not work over 40 hours in any week. If you participate in other activities at the park, please assign them to Volunteer. Volunteer hours WILL NOT count towards additional PLC hours. You will receive your stipend no later than Friday during the pay period every two weeks. Pay Period4/29-5/12 5/13-5/26 5/27-6/9 6/10-6/23 6/24-7/7 7/8-7/21 7/22-8/4 8/5-8/18Intern Hours Due5/12 5/26 6/9 6/23 7/7 7/21 8/4 8/18Paycheck Date5/19 6/2 6/16 6/30 7/14 7/28 8/11 8/25Pay Period8/19-9/1 9/2-9/15 9/16-9/29 9/30-10/13 10/14-10/27 10/28-11/10Intern Hours Due9/1 9/15 9/29 10/13 10/27 11/10Paycheck Date9/8 9/22 10/6 10/20 11/3 11/17Intern Pay Interns will be responsible for filling out their own timesheets in OntheClock. Interns are able to work up to 40 hours per week, 80 hours per pay period. Any extra hours worked will be considered volunteer hours, and you will not be paid for those. All timesheets will be due on Friday by 5:00 pm MT. If your timesheet is not in by this time, your payment will be delayed. TaxesAs an EFTA intern, you are considered an independent contractor, not an employee of the organization or the host site. EFTA will report your total payments, current address, and social security number to the IRS. No taxes will be withheld from your stipends, so plan accordingly. Use the IRS tax withholding calculator to estimate what is owed. The tax withholding calculator can be found at https://apps.irs.gov/app/withholdingcalculator/. As required by federal law, you will receive a 1099 tax form. You are responsible for determining how to report the stipend income and paying any taxes that are due.Please make sure to keep all receipts for any travel, field gear, and any other support you receive during your internship. When it is time for you to file taxes, you will need the receipts as proof of purchase, and to make these items eligible for tax deduction. Time Tracking and Payment ScheduleTaxes are not withheld from your stipend. You are responsible for paying all taxes associated with your stipend. Any other compensation you recieve without receipts or other supporting documentation are subject to taxation.

Intern Handbook 25 Logging Hours OnTheClock (OTC) ** You will receive an automated email once your account has been created. Step 1: Log in to OTC and make sure the pay period selected is correct. The system automatically chooses the pay period according to the date at the time of entry. Step 2: Click “Add Hours” at the top of the page Step 3: Fill out all fields—date, hours, job, task, notes. If you worked on two or more tasks in one day, make sure to add two (or more) separate entries divided by task. Include notes in each entry. If you are logging hours for a holiday (Federal holidays are paid), choose “Holiday” under the task field and include the name of the holiday in your notes. TimesheetsEach intern will set up their account and password. Your timesheet must be submitted every other Friday after a pay period in order for you to receive your stipend. You will submit the hours that you dedicate to each of the following categories: Admin, Education/Outreach and Fieldwork/Research. ** You will receive an automated email once your account has been created.Choose EFTA

Intern Handbook 26Blogs Step 4: Review your hours for the time period and ensure they are complete and correct before Monday at noon in order to avoid payment delays.

Intern Handbook 27General Safety GuidelinesYou might not be familiar with the community and culture of your internship site; we recommend you use the following safety guidelines:1. Avoid traveling alone at night2. Lock your doors and latch your windows in your housing unit3. Keep your vehicle locked and valuable items out of sight4. If traveling alone, make sure someone knows where you are going5. Call the police if you think someone is following youRecommendations for internships that include fieldwork:First Aid in the FieldWe recommend that at least one person in your group have basic first aid certification. Contact your supervisor and/or EFTA staff if you are concerned or have any questions about first aid or safety in the field. Ten Essentials for Backcountry TravelThe Ten Essentials are survival items recommended for safe backcountry travel according to the book Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills. • Navigation • Sun protection • Insulation • Headlamp • First-aid supplies • Fire starting supplies• Repair kit and tools• Nutrition• Hydration• Emergency shelter

Intern Handbook 28During Your Internship • Settle into your housing and ensure it is adequate If you encounter any issues, contact your landlord or supervisor and Environment for the Americas. • Meet with your supervisor Establishing a good relationship with your supervisor is key to a successful internship. -- Make a good first impression! • Discuss the following with your supervisor: • work plan • expectations of you • your daily schedule • acceptable attire • site emergency protocol • location of nearest hospital/clinic, first aid kits, emergency exits, fire extinguishers • Also share: • your skills • your education • what you would like to gain from the internship and how it will help you • ask about their experience and role at the site • ask how they got to where they are now • ask about their expectations and their preferred style of communication. How often will they meet to check-in on project status.• Be present at: • online orientation • webinars • trainings at your site, such as safety training

Intern Handbook 29Intern EvaluationWe provide you with an evaluation of your performance during your internship. You may choose to use this when applying for your next position, and we hope it will help you to continue improving your skills. Specifically, your partners at Environment for the Americas and your site supervisors/mentors will provide comments and suggestions regarding:- your performance based on your position and job tasks- your ability to complete Environment for the Americas tasks in a timely manner (timesheets, blogs, end-of-season presentation/report)- your attendance at webinarsExperience EvaluationWe want to hear from you! You will have the opportunity to evaluate your experience before, during, and after your internship. What suggestions do you have for improvement? What did you like most? How has it impacted or influenced your career decisions? We use your responses each year to help us improve the program. You will provide comments and suggestions regarding:- the value of webinars- your overall experience at our site- the skills you gained during the internship- communication with Environment for the Americas and your site supervisor/mentorEvaluation

• Interns are expected to update their resumes and create a general cover letter to facilitate their transition into employment. • As the internship nears completion, Environment for the Americas (EFTA) will confirm the end date with the host site supervisor. If the supervisor has tasks that should be finished before the participant completes their internship, these should be clarified. • Write thank you letters to supervisors and staff who took time to supervise and serve as mentors.• Check out government employment opportunities at USAjobs.gov.• Stay in touch with site personnel and EFTA (they can be good references).• Return any supplies, equipment and/or gear to your host site and finalize any agreements with your landlord.• Request feedback from your supervisor. • Submit required final materials to EFTA (see Required Intern Deliverables below). • Complete program evaluations. Intern Handbook 30Completing Your Internship

Intern Handbook 31Required Intern Deliverables EvaluationsInterns are required to complete a pre-, mid-, and post-internship evaluation. These evaluations are used each year to improve internship programs. Short Final Report or PresentationThis report or powerpoint presentation should include a brief description of the site in which you worked. Describe your responsibilities, duties, and personal accomplishments. How did the experience prepare you for the future? Do not include any sensitive information in your final report, unless you have received written approval from the site to release it. When in doubt, please check with your site supervisor, or leave it out. Locations of caves, archaeological, paleontology sites, or the location or nature of other sensitive forest resources should not be included in final reports.Photos Please send us 5 to 7 high-quality action photos with captions of the intern working; e.g., using a GPS unit, leading hikes, taking water measurements, or whatever activities the work requires. The photos should be at least 3 MB.

Intern Handbook 321 of 2 Incident Number (Staff Complete): Incident Threshold Level: ☐1 ☐2 ☐3 ☐4 ☐5 Was a SOAP Note completed: ☐No ☐Yes (Please attach) INCIDENT REPORT FORM Site Name: Supervisor: Location: _____________________ Name of Person(s) Involved: Date of Incident: Time of Incident: Area/location of incident: ☐Field ☐Office ☐Other Conditions (weather, terrain): _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Name of Person Completing Report: __________________ Date report completed: ______________ Activity: ☐Work related ☐Driving ☐Hiking ☐Recreation ☐Personal ☐Other (Explain) Incident Category: ☐ Injury ☐Illness ☐Close Call ☐Vehicle ☐Behavioral ☐Other (Explain) Type of Incident: ☐Wound ☐Burn ☐Sprain/Strain ☐Ache/Pain ☐Allergy ☐Infection ☐Bite/sting ☐Gastrointestinal ☐Respiratory ☐Other (Explain) Did individual miss work: ☐No ☐Yes, but stayed in the program ☐Yes, and left the program Did individual seek medical care: ☐No ☐Yes, day of incident ☐Yes, after returning home ☐ Unknown If individual sought medical care: ☐Received outpatient service ☐Was admitted for care Was a Workers Comp report filed: ☐No ☐Yes, with 48 hours ☐Yes, within 30 days ☐ Unknown Have parents/emergency contacts been notified: ☐No ☐Yes - By Whom? Items taken from medical kit: ☐None ☐Yes (Please list) Incident Description: Include names, dates, times, locations, damages, injuries – attach additional pages and add updated actions as necessary. Describe the sequence of events leading up to/impacting incident and any contributing factors.Incident Number (Staff complete): Incident Number (Staff complete):Appendix I: Incident Report FormTo ll out an Incident Report Form, please visit this link: https://forms.gle/x8a5cFrngFuP6eAz6

Intern Handbook 332 of 2 Provide analysis/recommendations based on any policy violations and/or behavioral, physical, technical contributions: For Program Staff Use: Days Out (non-working): _________________ Will the person return to work to complete the program? ☐ Yes ☐ No If not, why? ☐ Due to Illness/Injury ☐ Dismissed by Supervisor ☐ Voluntarily Incident Closed: ☐ No ☐ Yes Date: ____________________ Incident Needs to be Reviewed: ☐ No ☐ Yes Incident Reviewed By: _____________________________ Date: __________________ Contributory Causes: ☐ Unsafe Conditions ☐ Unsafe Act ☐ Error in Judgment ☐ Other Comments: Were policies, procedures and protocols being followed at the time of the incident? ☐ Yes ☐ No If No, explain here: Follow-up, Analysis & Recommendations:

Intern Handbook 34Reimbursement FormEnvironment for the AmericasEmployee Name: Expense PeriodFrom:To:Itemized Expenses[ 42]DATEPROJECT CODECOST-$ Note: Mileage reimbursement for personal car = $0.14/mileDon't forget to attach receipts!DateDateDESCRIPTIONEmployee SignatureApproval SignatureTOTALAppendix II: Reimbursement Form

Intern Handbook 351 EFTA INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS: NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT Non-disclosure Agreement Between the Intern, the participating Federal Agency, and Environment for the Americas (EFTA) This document will be sent by Environment for the Americas to the intern. After it is signed it will be emailed to the intern’s supervisor/mentor to sign and keep on file. Intern Name: ____________________________________________ I, _________________________________________, hereby consent to this agreement in consideration for my being granted conditional access to certain United States government documents or materials containing sensitive information. I understand and agree to the following terms and conditions: 1. “Sensitive” information in this agreement is any information protected from disclosure under Section 552 of Title 5, United States Code and any other law, as well as information protected by attorney-client privilege or other types of privilege. “Sensitive” information in this agreement also includes information, the loss, misuse, disclosure, or unauthorized modification of which, in the judgment of the intern’s supervisor/mentor, could adversely affect the national interest, the conduct of federal programs, or the privacy to which individuals are entitled under Title 5 U.S.C. paragraph 552a. 2. Upon the execution of this agreement, the types of sensitive information to which I may be granted conditional access include, but are not limited to: • Personally Identifiable Information (PII), such as addresses, phone numbers, social security numbers, and contact information for federal agency staff members, agency volunteers, agency partners, permit or lease holders, partners, or visitors. • Any information posted to the computer network drives of the participating federal agency and partner organizations. • Nature and locations of paleontological, archaeological, geological, historic, valuable, threatened and endangered, rare, and other federal agencies’ natural and cultural resources. • Information related to commercial and/or nonfederal activity on lands managed by the participating federal agency. • Any information relating to the participating federal agency that is not in the public domain or that could adversely affect the conduct of participating federal agency programs. 3. I will not use, release, or disclose any sensitive information or data, in any form whatsoever, to any person or entity except as authorized by my supervisor/mentor. I will not take, alter, or convert such information to any use not specifically authorized under the agreement for my internship position. Appendix III:Non- Disclosure Agreement

Intern Handbook 362 4. I will not seek access to sensitive information beyond what is required for the performance of my duties as an internship program participant. 5. I will ensure that my status as an EFTA intern is known when seeking access to and receiving sensitive information. 6. I will protect sensitive information in accordance with the provisions of 18 U.S.C. 641, 18 U.S.C. 1905, Public Law 96-511, 54 U.S.C. §100701 et. seq., and other pertinent laws and regulations governing the confidentiality of sensitive information. If I become aware of any improper use, release or disclosure of sensitive information, I will advise my supervisor/mentor as soon as possible. 7. I will surrender all written and electronic sensitive information given to me pursuant to this agreement, including my own notes upon completion or termination of my duties as an EFTA intern, or upon the request of Environment for the Americas, Agency Contracting Officer, Agency Contacting Officer’s Technical Representative, or supervisor/mentor. 8. I understand that as a federally funded intern, my work product is in the public domain subject to the limitations on disclosure of sensitive information as explained in this agreement. I understand that I am encouraged to present and publish the results of the work I complete while working with my participating federal agency. However, prior to such presentation or publication, I will submit any abstract, article, or other written materials to my supervisor/mentor for review, and will obtain written approval from that person and confirmation that there is no sensitive information that should not be disclosed and that the materials meet the agency’ scientific and scholarly standards. My internship program, the unit where I worked, and Environment for the Americas, must be acknowledged in the article or report and it must include the program and partner logos. 9. I understand that I am not authorized to speak on behalf of the federal agency where I am working and must obtain permission from my supervisor/mentor to speak or grant interviews concerning the work that was performed under the terms of my appointment. 10. Unless and until I am provided with a written release from this agreement, all conditions and obligations contained herein apply both during my period of conditional access and at all times thereafter. 11. I understand that my violation of this agreement may subject me to dismissal from my internship position and/or administrative, civil, or criminal remedies as may be authorized by law. Signed_________________________________________________ Date__________________ Reviewed/ Approved By____________________________________________ Date__________________

Intern Handbook 37Appendix IV:World Migratory Bird DayWorld Migratory Bird Day (WMBD) celebrates and brings attention to one of the most important and spectacular events in the Americas - bird migration. WMBD is celebrated in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean. Because birds do not migrate on the same day, WMBD is celebrated on different dates across the Western Hemisphere. Events take place year-round, though most occur around the “traditional” date on the second Saturday in May (May 13, 2023) or in October ( October 14, 2023) in Latin America and the Caribbean, Día Mundial de las Aves Migratorias, (DMAM).During the EFTA internship, you can easily offer a World Migratory Bird Day education program to highlight the bird life at your site and to promote conservation actions. We provide all of the materials and the instruction to help interns host a single activity or multiple programs. Because all of our education materials are provided in English and Spanish, the program also serves as a vehicle for connecting with Spanish-speaking communities. Suggested activities include:• A bird walk• An activity station about birds• A special presentation about birds and/or guest speakerEnvironment for the Americas can provide you the following materials to use in World Migratory Bird Day activities:- World Migratory Bird Day Poster- A World Migratory Bird Day Organizer’s Guide- Bird Conservation Stickers / Tattoo- Coloring Pages about birds- Bird Masks- Bird Buddy Cotton Bracelets- Educational Pamphlet- 20 Ways to Help Birds BookmarksFor more information, please visit our website www.migratorybirdday.org

Instructions to complete Public Land Corps (PLC) Work Hours Verification and attached Work Log Complete a form and work log for each qualified conservation project. Due to the nature of working on multiple projects that are not individually 640 hours in length, there is a strong probability that participants will have multiple forms completed. When accumulated the total necessary hours requirement (640 hours with at least 120 hours being PLC hours) must be met before issuance of a non-competitive eligibility certificate. Likewise, a non-competitive eligibility certificate can only be issued to former PLC members, therefore, a certificate cannot be issued if the PLC participant is still working on their PLC project (even if the 640 hours requirement has been met). Participant Information: To be completed by the participant or partner organization • Enter Legal Name (do not use nick names). • Enter phone number where you can be contacted if additional information is needed. • Enter an email where you can be contacted and receive information (preferably not a government or school email address). • Enter mailing address. • Signature certifying that information is true and accurate and that the work log is attached (enter date signed as well). Partner Organization: To be completed by the partner organization • Enter name of organization. • Enter mailing address. • Enter name of someone at partner organization that can verify time worked on the work hours verification form. This individual may or may not know the Task Agreement number. If individual does not know the Task Agreement number, they must contact someone in the organization that can assist with providing it. • Enter the phone number where the partner supervisor can be contacted for information verification/clarification. • Enter the email address where the partner supervisor can be contacted for information verification/clarification. • Enter the financial Assistance Task Agreement number that is associated with the project on which the participant is working. If the project is being used to satisfy Public Land Corps. service requirements, the Task Agreement must cite the legal authority that references the Public Lands Corps Authority. Supervisor/Mentor: To be completed by the supervisor/mentor from NPS (or another bureau or agency) • Enter name of supervisor/mentor at NPS site. This can also be the local supervisor/mentor of a non NPS worksite where the participate is performing service (this is different than the partner organization supervisor). • Enter position title of supervisor/mentor. • Enter the phone number where the supervisor/mentor can be contacted for information verification/clarification. • Enter the email address where the supervisor/mentor can be contacted for information verification/clarification. Appendix V : Instructions to complete Public Land Corps (PLC) Work Hours Verication and attached Work LogIntern Handbook 38

Project Information • Enter the name of the Park, Division, and/or Office where the project took place. For example, National Capital Area, Cultural Resources Division, or Devils Postpile National Monument, Maintenance Division. Even though the project is under one “home” park or office, the participant may perform work in different locations than the home park. Locations of where work is performed must be specified in the participant’s attached work log. • Enter the city and state where the park/office is located. • Enter the start and end dates for the project. • Answer if the project met the PLC requirement of containing work that was performed on or in support of public, Indian, or Hawaiian homelands as defined in 16 U.S. Code Subchapter II. Public lands means any lands or waters (or interest therein) owned or administered by the United States, except that such term does not include any Indian lands. Indian Lands means (A) any Indian reservation; (B) any public domain Indian allotments; (C) any former Indian reservation in the State of Oklahoma; (D) any land held by incorporated Native groups, regional corporations, and village corporations under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act [43 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.]; and (E) any land held by dependent Indian communities within the borders of the United States whether within the original or subsequently acquired territory thereof, and whether within or without the limits of a State. Hawaiian home lands means all lands given the status of Hawaiian home lands under section 204 of the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act, 1920 (42 Stat. 110), or under the corresponding provision of the Constitution of the State of Hawaii adopted under section 4 of the Act entitled “An Act to provide for the admission of the State of Hawaii into the Union,” approved March 18, 1959 (Public Law 86–3; 73 Stat. 5). • Check the applicable box for the type(s) of work that the project entailed. More than one box can be checked. • Projects may contain work that does not meet criteria to be classified as PLC hours (e.g. work performed was not on or in support of public, Indian, or Hawaiian home lands; type of work is not considered an appropriate conservation project as defined in 16 U.S. Code Subchapter II.) Appropriate Conservation Project means any project for the conservation, restoration, construction or rehabilitation of natural, cultural, historic, archaeological, recreational, or scenic resources. Enter the number of hours classified as PLC hours and then enter the number or hours classified as non-PLC hours. Add the two types of hours together to get the total project hours that must be entered. • Answer whether or not the participant’s performance was satisfactory. There is no standard performance appraisal process for PLC members, therefore this question should be answered based on what supervisor’s/mentor’s consider satisfactory (e.g. work was generally performed on time, and outcomes were as expected, participant followed instructions, etc.). As a note, remember that these are more developmental positions and PLC participants are not being rated as government employees. • Provide details/justification to support why or why not the participant’s work was marked as satisfactory. • Signature certifying that the information provided is true and accurate. Intern Handbook 39

Work Log: To be completed by the participant • Enter timeframe for work duties as weekly or specific dates. For example, 5/9/22 – 5/13/22 or 5/9/22, 5/11/22, and 5/13/22. If the same work was done for a full week, you don’t need to list out the specific dates. If alternating duties between dates, using the specific dates would be more accurate. • Enter the work duties that you performed. Be as specific as possible and make sure that if it was related to an appropriate conservation project, the description contains the necessary information to correlate to that. For example, planted native species to restore prairie lands; or assisted in construction of trail realignment. • Enter the specific location where the work duties were performed. For example, Bear Lake Trail, Rocky Mountains or Big Bend visitor center. • Enter the number of hours spent doing the duties. Intern Handbook 40

NPS Form 10-445 (Rev 8/22)National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior Public Land Corps (PLC) Work Hours Verification Participant Info: To be completed by the participant or partner organization Participant Legal Name: Phone Number: Email: Mailing Address: By signing, I certify that the information provided is true and accurate and I have completed and included the work log. Participant Signature: Date: Partner Organization Info: To be completed by partner organization Partner Organization Name: Mailing Address: Partner Supervisor Name: Partner Supervisor Phone Number: Partner Email: Task Agreement #: Additional Info: To be completed by the Supervisor/Mentor (NPS or other bureau/agency) Supervisor/Mentor Name: Position Title: Phone Number: Email: Project Information Park Unit/Division/Office: City: State: Start Date: End Date: Does the project contain work that was performed on or in support of public, Indian, or Hawaiian home lands?Yes No Rehabilitation PLC hours completed on or in support of public, Indian, or Hawaiian home lands: PLC Hours: Project Type: Conservation Construction Restoration non-PLC Hours Total Project Hours: Was the Participant’s Performance Satisfactory? Yes No Provide details and justification of participants performance: By signing, I certify the information provided is accurate and true Supervisor/Mentor Signature (NPS or other bureau/agency) Date: Intern Handbook 41

Work Log – To be completed by the participant Dates (Ex. weekly, or specific dates) Work duties and include how they relate to an appropriate conservation project (Ex. Planted native species to restore prairie lands) Location (Ex. Bear Lake trail, regional office)Hours Worked Intern Handbook 42

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