Historic Preservation Crew - Independence Hall

Position Summary

Contribute to an incredible collaborative historic preservation project at Independence Hall National Park through projects addressing a range of preservation needs, primarily painting, finishes, and preservation maintenance. During this 10-week project, crew members will have the opportunity to develop their skills in historic finishes, painting techniques, and other preservation maintenance tasks. The ideal candidate is excited about hands-on trades work and should be able to demonstrate or discuss their interest in the preservation field. Crew members must be able to commit to the position from June 16 – August 8, 2025, with weekends and federal holidays off.

Location

Philadelphia,

Schedule

June 9, 2025 - August 8, 2025

Key Duties and Responsibilities

During this 10-week project, crew members will have the opportunity to develop their skills in historic finishes, painting techniques, and other preservation maintenance tasks. The ideal candidate is excited about hands-on trades work and should be able to demonstrate or discuss their interest in the preservation field. Crew members must be able to commit to the position from June 16 – August 8, 2025, with weekends and federal holidays off.

Project Locations: Independence Hall, Philadelphia, PA

Program Dates: June 9 – August 8, 2025

Hours: Typically, M-F, 7:30a – 4:00p. Federal Holidays Off

Crew will take leave (unpaid, housing still available) June 29-July 5 for Freedom Week

Member Benefits

• Compensation:

o $600 weekly living allowance

o $650 Travel Allowance to/from project site, one time

• Shared housing provided (sharing bedrooms may be required)

• Transportation during projects and between project sites

• Training and networking opportunities with NPS and preservation professionals

• Opportunity to continue into additional SCA preservation trades crews following this position

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

Marginal Duties

Preservation maintenance, as needed

NPS Preservation Crew support, as needed

Required Qualifications

• Interest in historic preservation trades

• Age restrictions: 18+

• Must be able to commit to project dates

• Physical effort is heavy to moderate for this position and requires occasional lifting or handling of objects or materials up to 50 lbs, unassisted, following proper lifting procedures to avoid injury. Frequently required to stand while working, climb ladders or scaffolding, and bend, stoop, climb, and work in awkward positions

• Must be able and willing to work outside in various temperatures and weather conditions.

• Willing and able to use hand and power tools to complete projects

Preferred Qualifications

• Some preservation or general trades experience, particularly in painting and finishes

• Experience working on a team

• SCA Historic Preservation alumni

Hours

40 per week

Living Accommodations

• Shared housing, Airbnb or similar, provided (sharing bedrooms may be required)

Compensation

o $600 weekly living allowance

o $650 Travel Allowance to/from project site, one time

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

Personal Vehicle Information

Not needed

Additional Benefits

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.