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Minnesota Historical Society Internships
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A career-building opportunity for college students. Work in a museum. Build your resume. Gain real-world work experience. Network with museum professionals and fellow college students, too. The Minnesota Historical Society's College Internship Program offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity for advanced undergraduate and graduate students to work in a cultural organization while building career credentials.
Internships with the Minnesota Historical Society are offered year-round. Interns can apply for fall (September-December), spring (January-May) or summer (June-August) semesters. College and graduate students can apply up to one (1) year after graduation.For more information and to apply, visit: http://www.mnhs.org/internships/college. Applications are accepted through August 15th.
Fall Internship positions:
- Archaeology Intern
- Community Programs Intern
- Curatorial Assistant
- Design Intern, MN Historical Society Press
- Development Intern
- Inclusion & Community Engagement Fellowship & Programs Intern
- Inclusion & Community Engagement Teen Action Group Intern
- Inclusion & Community Engagement Mazinaakizige Intern
- Internship Program Assistant
- MNopedia Research and Writing Intern
- Oral History Intern
Who's Eligible?
Advanced undergraduate students, graduate students, and students up to one year out of college. Interns must be able to commute to the Minnesota History Center in St. Paul.
Time Commitment
Internships average 10-20 hours per week, or approximately 150 hours a semester, at the History Center. This includes three mandatory seminars for all interns. (See below.) Interns usually work on weekdays, during regular business hours (between 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.).
Intern Seminars (Mandatory)
All accepted interns are required to participate in monthly seminars as a part of their internship experience, so please ensure that you do not have any conflicts with the dates below prior to making your decision to apply for an internship with us. All seminars take place at the Minnesota History Center in Saint Paul from 3:30-5:30 p.m. on Thursdays.
Fall 2018 Semester Seminar Dates:
Thursday, October 11, 2018
Thursday, November 8, 2018
Thursday, December 13, 2018
Both paid and unpaid positions are available. There is also a limited number of stipends available to students of color underrepresented at MNHS. For more information, visit: http://www.mnhs.org/internships/college
More opportunities with Minnesota Historical Society
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Minnesota Historical Society
Location:
345 Kellogg Boulevard West, St Paul, MN 55102, US
Mission Statement
Using the Power of History to Transform Lives Preserving - Sharing - Connecting
Description
The Minnesota Historical Society (MNHS) is a dynamic and widely recognized and a trusted resource for history. It is highly valued for its historical resources, educational impact, service, advocacy, and leadership.
Established in 1849, MNHS collects, preserves and tells the story of Minnesota's past through museum exhibits, libraries and collections, historic sites, educational programs and book publishing. Using the power of history to transform lives, MNHS preserves our past, shares our state's stories and connects people with history.
Preserving
The Minnesota History Center is home to vast collections of artifacts such as photos, letters, maps, books, state records, battle flags, paintings, Prince's suit from Purple Rain, and so much more. MNHS preserves its collections and historic sites and works for future generations.
Sharing
MNHS shares resources, collections, and knowledge of history through its sites, programs, exhibits, library, websites, and publications. We encourage the public to share their knowledge, feedback, and experiences with us to improve our services to the community.
Connecting
MNHS invites the public to explore history through diverse exhibits and programs at 26 historic sites and museums.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
History Center345 Kellogg Boulevard WestSt Paul, MN 55102
DATE POSTED
July 24, 2018
SKILLS
- History
- Curating
- Program Management
- Research
- Marketing & Communications (Mar/Com)
- Anthropology
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- September - December