Opportunity Information: Apply for NOIP P16AC00308
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- The DOI-NPS in the environment, natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Youth Interpretation Interns - Jewel Cave" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.931.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 13, 2016 and posted on Apr 13, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 22, 2016. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $50,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Opportunity Summary:
The "Youth Interpretation Interns - Jewel Cave" notice (Funding Opportunity Number NOIP P16AC00308) is a National Park Service (DOI-NPS) public notice describing the agency's intent to fund a specific task agreement, not an open call for applications. In other words, it is not requesting proposals from the general public. Instead, it signals that NPS plans to issue work under an existing master cooperative agreement tied to the 21st Century Conservation Service Corps (21CSC) Program - Youth Engagement and Development.
The effort sits within the 21CSC framework, a national initiative designed to place young people and veterans in meaningful conservation and public lands service roles that protect, restore, and enhance outdoor resources. The focus is not only on getting important work done for parks, but also on giving participants practical experience, employable skills, and a long-term connection to the outdoors. For this particular project at Jewel Cave, the work is framed as a youth engagement and development activity with an educational and service component, consistent with interpretation and stewardship support roles typically found in NPS youth internship programming.
The intended recipient is connected to the Student Conservation Association (SCA) and is operating under an existing CESU/Youth Master Agreement arrangement. Specifically, the notice references Master Cooperative Agreement P15AC00031, which authorizes SCA to carry out certain approved task activities when NPS issues them. The notice is essentially documenting that SCA, as a qualified partner under that master agreement, can provide the staffing and support needed for the planned intern activities while meeting NPS goals for the associated research and/or educational outcomes.
From a funding and administrative standpoint, the instrument is a cooperative agreement (rather than a standard grant), reflecting substantial involvement and collaboration between NPS and the partner in executing the project. The opportunity is categorized under "Environment, Natural Resources" and is associated with CFDA 15.931. The award information indicates an expected single award with an estimated ceiling of $50,000. The posting and creation dates are April 13, 2016, with a listed closing date of April 22, 2016, though that date functions more as a notice timeline than a competitive application deadline since the announcement is not soliciting applications.
The underlying purpose is workforce and stewardship development: building the next generation of conservation leaders through hands-on service, outdoor skills development, and leadership training. Consistent with SCA program goals, the project is intended to produce dual benefits, supporting park mission needs (through service delivered at Jewel Cave) while providing structured development opportunities for participating youth interns. Eligible applicants are listed generally as "Others," but the text makes clear that the practical eligibility is tied to the existing master agreement partner structure rather than an open eligibility pool.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Youth Interpretation Interns - Jewel Cave (NOIP P16AC00308)
Is this an open grant that anyone can apply for?
No. This notice is a National Park Service (DOI-NPS) public notice of intent to fund a specific task agreement. It is not an open call for applications and is not requesting proposals from the general public.
What is the purpose of this notice if it is not accepting applications?
The notice documents NPS intent to issue work under an existing master cooperative agreement. In practice, it functions as an administrative/public transparency step showing that NPS plans to fund a specific partner for a defined effort rather than running a competitive process.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this notice?
The Funding Opportunity Number is NOIP P16AC00308.
What is the project called?
The notice is titled "Youth Interpretation Interns - Jewel Cave."
Which federal agency is issuing the notice?
The issuing agency is the National Park Service (NPS), within the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI).
What program framework does this project fall under?
The effort is part of the 21st Century Conservation Service Corps (21CSC) Program - Youth Engagement and Development, a national initiative focused on placing young people and veterans into conservation and public lands service roles.
What is the main goal of the project?
The underlying purpose is workforce and stewardship development: building the next generation of conservation leaders through hands-on service, outdoor skills development, and leadership training, while also supporting park mission needs at Jewel Cave.
Is this a grant or a cooperative agreement?
The instrument is a cooperative agreement. This reflects substantial involvement and collaboration between NPS and the partner in carrying out the project, rather than a more hands-off grant structure.
Who is the intended recipient/partner for this funding?
The intended recipient is connected to the Student Conservation Association (SCA) and operates under an existing CESU/Youth Master Agreement arrangement referenced in the notice.
What master agreement is referenced for issuing this task agreement?
The notice references Master Cooperative Agreement P15AC00031, which authorizes SCA to carry out certain approved task activities when NPS issues them.
Why is the Student Conservation Association (SCA) referenced?
The notice explains that SCA is a qualified partner under the referenced master cooperative agreement and can provide staffing and support for the planned intern activities while meeting NPS goals for associated educational and/or research outcomes.
What kind of work is involved in "Youth Interpretation Interns"?
Based on the notice description, the work is framed as youth engagement and development with an educational and service component, consistent with interpretation and stewardship support roles typical of NPS youth internship programming.
What is the subject/category area for this opportunity?
The opportunity is categorized under "Environment, Natural Resources."
What CFDA number is associated with this notice?
The notice is associated with CFDA 15.931.
How many awards does NPS expect to make under this notice?
The award information indicates an expected single award.
What is the estimated funding amount for this project?
The notice lists an estimated ceiling of $50,000.
What are the posting/creation and closing dates shown in the notice?
The posting and creation dates are April 13, 2016. The listed closing date is April 22, 2016.
Does the closing date mean there is an application deadline?
No. Although a closing date is displayed, the notice is not soliciting applications. The date functions more as a notice timeline than a competitive application deadline.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants are listed generally as "Others," but the notice makes clear that practical eligibility is tied to the existing master agreement partner structure rather than an open eligibility pool.
What does it mean that this is issued under an existing master cooperative agreement?
It means NPS plans to fund work by issuing a task agreement under a previously established master cooperative agreement (P15AC00031). Rather than selecting from new applicants, NPS can direct the work to the qualified partner already authorized under that master agreement.
How does this project benefit participants and the park?
The notice describes dual benefits: the park receives service support at Jewel Cave, while participating youth interns receive structured development opportunities, practical experience, employable skills, and a longer-term connection to the outdoors.
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