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Program Duration
Monday-Friday, 7:30am-3:30pm
Welcome to the
Hoʻopai
Archaeology
Apprenticeship
Historic preservation in Hawaiʻi requires the balance of traditional thought and modern technologies. The Hoʻopai Archaeology Apprenticeship is a vocational opportunity to learn archaeology through a Hawaiian lens and be equipped with the skills to protect, preserve and document Hawaiʻi’s historic sites. Through historical studies and hands-on field experience, our goal is for this program to provide ready and available individuals to properly manage and conduct restoration of historic properties.
The program will include class room time followed by field work. In partnership with Mākena Golf & Beach Club, the first year of the Hoʻopai Archaeology Apprenticeship program will take place on its south Maui lands. Located south of Wailea and abutting Maui’s Oneloa beach and protected parklands, the Mākena Resort site sits on the makai slopes of leeward Haleakalā, buffeted by Pu‘u Ōla‘i and historic Mākena Landing.
The name Hoʻopai derives from the word pai, which means to urge, to encourage, and to excite. We want to urge and encourage those who join the apprenticeship to see beyond normal academic perceptions, and we want to stir up excitement about preserving our ʻāina.
Among the other definitions of the word pai, is the name of a native fern, or scientifically, Adenophorus hymenophylloides. This particular fern grows off of trees, off of the kumu lāʻau. The word kumu has multiple meanings as well, some definitions being the source, the foundation, and the purpose. The pai fern grows from the tree for it is dependent upon it.
Similarly, in archaeology we are required to constantly connect what is seen now to our history, which is the source and foundation of our knowledge today. Like the pai fern, we are dependent upon our kumu. With these thoughts, we see Hoʻopai as a catalyst to nurture an individual’s growth, but to also deepen their roots to Hawaiʻi.
KAHUA
Entry Level Field Assistant
Working directly with archaeological field technician or supervisor to document historic properties
Mid Level Field Assistant
Entry Level Field Assistant responsibilities in addition to the introduction of lab analysis
Entry Level Field Tech
All Entry and Mid Level Field Assistant responsibilities in addition to the introduction of historical research and technical writing, and some level of independent field work
Opportunities
The Hoʻopai Archaeology Apprenticeship provides opportunities for apprentices to achieve stages of growth if they choose to progress in the program. The completion of this program may lead to employment with ʻĀina Archaeology or its partners.
Apply Now
Hoʻopai is an invitation to come as you are, and have the ability to walk away educated in archaeological skills, equipped with cultural knowledge, and encouraged to continue the journey and kuleana of historic preservation. No prior experience needed, no age restrictions, and no enrollment fees. Although based on Maui, the program is not limited to Maui residents.
Submit application with attachments to aloha@ainaarch.com by September 16, 2019
*Applications are no longer being accepted
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Our Team
ʻĀina Archaeology
ʻĀina Archaeology is the unique alternative to standard cultural resource management in Hawaiʻi. We formed our practice to fulfill a kuleana (privilege and responsibility) to care for Hawaiʻi’s cultural and natural resources. We utilize an innovative blend of traditional epistemologies with the latest scientific technologies and research techniques to push the boundaries of best practices and achieve excellence in our endeavors. We take pride in our commitment to our values that are the basis on which we operate. Our pioneering methodologies and firm commitment to our values enables us to implement creative solutions for all your historic preservation needs.
For more information about ʻĀina Archaeology, visit www.ainaarch.com.
Mākena Golf and Beach Club
Mākena has served as a focal point of South Maui for generations. From early pre-contact settlements, to the economic ‘boom’ times of the plantation and paniolo eras, to the growth of tourism following World War II, Mākena and the surrounding lands of Honuaʻula have provided a hardy leeward landscape that has sustained resilient Mākena families for generations. Inspired by timeless Hawaiian practices of living in balance with the natural surroundings, we continue to celebrate the deep connection these families have to Mākena and join them in taking responsibility to care for this precious land and ocean.
For more information about Mākena, visit www.makenamoments.com.
