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32 people are interested
Community Engagement Researcher
ORGANIZATION: The West End Museum
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32 people are interested
The West End Museum is a nonprofit neighborhood museum located next to North Station in Downtown Boston. With rotating programs and events which change often and require researching information and material, the museum needs someone to assist in researching and reporting findings in essay format, an edited version of which will be used as the basis for publicity postings and programs.
(This position is ideal for a graduate student or someone with research experience who enjoys learning about engaging historical and urban events.)
Time Commitment:
- 3-5 hours per week
- Research work may be done at home
Candidates Should:
- Be familiar with the basics of research
- Be able to express ideas with clarity
- Be familiar with the method of including sources for program material
- Be able to brain-storm in a small group setting
- Communicate in a timely manner with the project leader
- Be punctual in meeting deadlines
- Be forthright in conveying research difficulties
Skills:
- Research experience
- Ability to organize material
- Ability to articulate search results in a clear and coherent manner
- Willingness to take on research challenges
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About The West End Museum
Location:
150 Staniford St., (Entrance on Lomasney Way), Boston, MA 02114, US
Mission Statement
The West End Museum is dedicated to telling the story of Boston’s West End neighborhood. The Museum provides a space for past and present residents and the community; educates the public in history and urbanization; and preserves its material history and culture. The Museum seeks to challenge citizens to take an active role in shaping their communities.
Description
About the West End Museum:
We are a Boston neighborhood museum seeking volunteers interested in the history and culture of the City of Boston, its immigrant era, and urban renewal. The Museum is a 501(c)3 charitable non-profit organization dedicated to the collection, preservation, and interpretation of the history and culture of the West End of Boston.
You can expect to find a casual workplace of friendly Volunteers and Staff who are welcoming and eager to engage with the public. A previous knowledge of the neighborhood is not required, but an appreciation of its historical significance is helpful.
The Museum is conveniently located close to the MBTA Science Park/West End Station and North Station. Bowdoin Station is about a 10-minute walk.
Visit www.thewestendmuseum.org for more information.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
150 Staniford StBoston, MA 02114
DATE POSTED
October 4, 2020
SKILLS
- General Education
- History
- Research
- English
- Problem Solving
- Reading Comprehension
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- 3-5 hours per week,
- Interested candidates will be put in contact with Duane Lucia, who will elaborate on the requirements for the position.