Haleakala park internships are available

Hawaii high school students are invited to apply for a three-week summer internship at Hale­akala National Park.

The Pohai Maile Internship Program, June 11-29, will introduce local youth to park programs and generate interest in careers related to natural resources management, interpretation and facilities management, the park service said.

Interns are eligible for a living allowance of $25 per day. Applicants must be Hawaii residents and currently enrolled in grades 9 to 12.

The application packet is available by contacting internship coordinator Kuhea Para­cuel­les at 572-4452 or Kuhea_Para­cuelles@nps.gov. Applications must be postmarked by March 30.

Twelve students will be selected through a process that includes a formal application and interview. More information is at volunteer.gov.

Award awaits outstanding Maui kupuna

Maui County is seeking nominations of outstanding kupuna volunteers to receive the 2012 Outstanding Older American of Maui County Award.

Applications will be accepted through April 5 by the Maui County Office on Aging. A recognition ceremony and luncheon is scheduled for May 9 at the Maui Tropical Plantation.

One man and one woman, 65 years of age or older, will be chosen.

Nomination forms are available at maui­county­adrc.org; at the Maui County Office on Aging at One Main Plaza, Suite 547, Wai­luku; by calling 270-7755; or by sending an email to mcoa.adrc@maui­county.gov.