Internship Opportunities - Preservation League of New York State

The Preservation League of New York State has informed us that it is seeking graduate or upper-level undergraduate students interested in historic preservation, public policy, government affairs, planning, history and related fields to work with them during the semester on some of their outreach projects. Examples of projects include:

-- Preparations for workshops on tax credit programs and other preservation planning tools to be presented in communities around New York State;

-- Outreach related to a model Historic Preservation Ordinance and other materials related to planning and zoning topics for local historic preservation landmark commissions;

-- Development of materials and programs for services provided to the Preservation Colleagues, a network of the preservation organizations around the state;

-- Assistance with responding to requests for information on a variety of topics, including the development of materials for the general public.

The position is open immediately. A summer position may also be offered. Work will be performed at the League offices located in an 1813 commercial structure near Washington Park in Albany. A schedule that includes at least one full or partial day per week at the office is preferred.

Applicants should be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel (the office uses PCs), and have excellent writing skills.

Those interested should send a resume to Jay DiLorenzo, President, Preservation League of New York State, 44 Central Avenue, Albany, NY 12206; jdilorenzo@preservenys.org or fax: (518) 462-5684. Jay is a member of RPI BCon's Class of 2001.

The Preservation League of New York State is the statewide non-profit organization dedicated to the protection of New York's diverse and rich heritage of historic buildings, districts and landscapes. They accomplish their work through public policy, legal, technical, and grant programs, and serve as a unified voice to promote historic preservation throughout New York State.