Job Opportunities and Internships
Available positions, internships, and volunteer opportunities with SAMO Fund
Thank you for your interest in working with SAMO Fund! Below is an overview of what job opportunities are currently available. If none are currently open, please consider volunteering. There’s always new positions popping up, so check in often to see new opportunities, or follow our Instagram to be the first to know!
Native Seed Technician
Term: June 2026 – July 2027
Hours: 40 hours per week
Compensation: $18.18 – $22.83/hr depending
on experience &/or education
Position Overview
Work with the Seed Program to collect native seed from various
sites in the Santa Monica Mountains
Support the expansion of the native seed farm by maintaining the
site and working with volunteers
Assist in seed processing activities: seed collecting, cleaning,
counting, and storing of seed collections
How to Apply
Send your resume, a cover letter and 3 references to
ntat@nps.gov Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis, with interviews occurring in early summer.
Native Plant Nursery Technician
Location:Rancho Sierra Vista Nursery (Newbury Park/ Ventura County)
Type: full-time hourly
Compensation: $18.12 to $22.76, depending on experience and/or education.
Schedule: 4 days a week/ 10 hours a day, or 5 days a week/ 8 hours a day (Wednesday – Saturday, Tuesday – Saturday)
The nursery team grows about 150,000 native plants a year, including Narrowleaf Milkweed for local plant giveaways and urban restoration, Black Walnut for Santa Monica Mountain area restoration projects, and Lyon’s Pentachaeta for rare plant seed bulking purposes.
We seek an individual with a strong desire to work with local native plants, both in the field and in a nursery/ horticultural setting, and who has a positive attitude and reliable work ethic.
How to Apply
Send your resume, a cover letter and 3 references to paola@samofund.org
Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis, with interviews occurring in late May and early June.
California State Parks Opportunities
In addition to working directly with Santa Monica Mountains Fund, check out these related positions with California State Parks.
PARK INTERPRETIVE SPECIALIST (SEASONAL)
Position Overview
The purpose of interpretation is to enrich people’s lives through meaningful experiences and enjoyable recreation; preserve and protect natural and cultural resources through broad collaboration and shared stewardship; and inspire social and environmental consciousness to build community and sustain the health of the planet.
Primary responsibilities include conducting curriculum-based programming through virtual and in-person experiences and development of specific activities for these programs with support from the Interpreter I. Implementation of public programming including interpretive tours of the park for the public, and support of contact stations where they will be responsible for answering general questions, phone calls, and emails. Monitor special events and oversee day to day operations of volunteers and interns. The incumbent will also coordinate with local community groups and partner universities in joint projects and may assist with program development. Incumbents are expected to work out of multiple sites to enhance their interpretive skills.
How to Apply
Select the location below and follow instructions on CalCareers website
SENIOR PARK AIDE (SEASONAL)
Position Overview
Primary responsibilities include assisting the State Park Interpreter I at the Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook Visitor Center by staffing an information desk, providing excellent customer service where they will be responsible for answering general questions, phone calls, and emails. In addition, the incumbent will support public programming that includes interpretive tours of the park, delivering traditional interpretive programs such as Junior Rangers Campfire programs, providing support to field trips and conducting virtual programs.
The Senior Park Aide will work with volunteers and interns to provide high quality exeriences. This role functions within a team setting to support visitor experiences and interpretive opportunities. The reporting location for this position is Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook but the incumbent will also be expected to work at other park units within the Los Angeles Sector, such as Pio Pico State Historic Park. Support at other locations throughout the District may be required.
How to Apply
Select the location below and follow instructions on CalCareers website
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Santa Monica Mountains Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We often post jobs for Youth under age 30 as we may be limited by restrictions from the funding source to support the project