Discover the NPS Traditional Trades Advancement Program

The Office of Management and Budget has ceased all funding for this program, effective January 28, 2025 at 5:00pm. Therefore, this program has been paused until further notice.

Preserve History. Build Skills. Shape the Future.

MobilizeGreen partners with the National Park Service (NPS) to offer the Traditional Trades Advancement Program (TTAP), an exciting internship opportunity to gain hands-on experience in historic preservation.

Launched by the NPS in 2018, TTAP equips young people with the skills needed to preserve the nation’s cultural and historic treasures. Through this immersive, 20- to 26-week program, participants work alongside professional NPS staff on real-world projects, learning traditional trade techniques like carpentry, masonry, woodcrafting, finishing, metalworking, and window restoration.

Start Your Preservation Journey

This is your chance to gain valuable skills, make a difference, and explore the beauty of America’s National Parks. TTAP prepares you for a fulfilling career in historic preservation and traditional trades while providing an unforgettable experience in some of the most iconic places in the country.

What You’ll Do

As a TTAP participant, you’ll dedicate 40 hours per week to hands-on preservation projects that leave a lasting impact. Whether it’s restoring historic landmarks, crafting intricate woodwork, or mastering traditional masonry, you’ll help safeguard America’s heritage while building skills for a lifetime.

NPS Photo / G. Purifoy

Why Join TTAP?

  • Collaborative Opportunity: MobilizeGreen works with NPS to create meaningful experiences at National Parks across the country.

  • Earn While You Learn: Competitive hourly wage for meaningful, hands-on work.

  • Real-World Training: Gain practical skills through project-based opportunities alongside seasoned professionals.

  • Open to All Backgrounds: No prior experience required—just a passion for learning and preservation. Veterans aged 18-35 and non-veterans aged 18-30 are encouraged to apply.