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NLCCA Rigorous Internship Program

National Park Service

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Rolling / OpenLast verified: 2026-06-19

About This Grant

This Task Agreement provides for the operation of New Leaders in Conservation Community Assistance (NLCCA), which is a Rigorous Internship Program launched in 2017. NLCCA will help build a workforce with core competencies relating to NPS community assistance and engagement. The project will place and support qualified individuals to serve as NLCCA Interns. These participants will undertake complex and demanding recreation and conservation projects in accordance with program guidelines and procedures.

Grant Summary

NLCCA Rigorous Internship Program is a National Park Service grant providing $0K to $90K for nonprofit. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.

Focus Areas

natural resources

Eligibility

nonprofit

How to Apply

Funding Range

$0K$90K

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Complexity
Medium
  1. 1Confirm your organization is eligible for NLCCA Rigorous Internship Program from National Park Service, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
  2. 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
  3. 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
  4. 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to National Park Service before the deadline.
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NLCCA Rigorous Internship Program: Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the NLCCA Rigorous Internship Program?

NLCCA Rigorous Internship Program is offered by National Park Service and is generally open to nonprofit. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.

How much funding does the NLCCA Rigorous Internship Program provide?

NLCCA Rigorous Internship Program provides between $1 and $90K per award from National Park Service. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.

When is the NLCCA Rigorous Internship Program deadline?

NLCCA Rigorous Internship Program accepts applications on a rolling or ongoing basis, so there is no single fixed deadline. Confirm current timing with the funder, National Park Service, before you apply, and submit as early as possible because rolling programs can close once funds are committed.

How do you apply for the NLCCA Rigorous Internship Program?

To apply for NLCCA Rigorous Internship Program, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from National Park Service.

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