Hispanic Access Foundation

1. Two Young Adults, Age 18-35, Will Be Introduced to Natural Resource Careers Through 25-WEEK Paid Internships Involving Hands-on Work With, and Training by, Natural Resource Professionals Employed by the Usfws. 2. the Interns Will Be Introduced to Various Real-world Public Education, Interpretation and Communications, Conservation and Rehabilitation Activities Through His/her Work Assignment at San Diego National Wildlife Refuge and the R8 Regional Office in Sacramento and Through Informal And/or Formal Training Sessions Provided by Usfws Employees. 3. the Intern Will Receive Specialized Training, Mentoring and Ongoing Support From Haf to Effectively Carry Out the Assignment and to Build or Enhance Skills Such as Culturally Appropriate or Bilingual Community Outreach in a Manner Consistent With Local Site Priorities. 4. the Intern Will Gain an Understanding of the Opportunities for Careers in Natural Resources and Will Build Skills and Experience Required for Success in These Careers. 5. Usfws Will Expand Its Pool of Diverse Candidates Available for Future Employment Opportunities, and Will Increase Its Visibility and the Knowledge of Its Work Among Diverse Visitors and Constituents in the Pacific Southwest Region. 6. by Engaging Diverse Students in These Assignments Usfws Will Expand Its Ability to Serve Diverse Visitors in the Short and Long-term.