Tuesday, January 24, 2012

New England Museum Association - Intern Postings






Fellowships, Internships, Volunteers and Docents

Curatorial Internship
American Textile History Museum, Lowell, MA
The American Textile History Museum is seeking a graduate intern to assist the curator with preliminary research and object selection for a wedding dress exhibit in the spring of 2013. Specific duties include researching period magazines, drafting object labels, creating a bibliography, and researching garments. Applicants must have excellent computer skills, artifact handling skills, be detail-oriented, precise, and careful in executing responsibilities.  A background in social and clothing history or experience with clothing preferred.  Please send a cover letter and resume to Karen Herbaugh at kherbaugh@athm.org. Internship for the spring and/or summer 2012 semester.
Posted 1/20/12

Graduate Student Museum / Preservation Internship
Newport Restoration Foundation, Newport, RI
The Newport Restoration Foundation (NRF) Education Department has a summer internship opening for graduate students.  NRF operates three museum sites and maintains 72 restored houses from the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries as rental properties. The intern will work with the Director of Education and Public Programs and other staff to develop and implement this season’s programs.  The intern will also complete an individual project, tailored to the student’s interest and NRF’s goals, in the areas of research, educational program development, or interpretive planning. This year’s project might be on an aspect of food history, creating online educational videos, research and writing preservation briefs, or school group curriculum development. The internship will expand the intern’s knowledge of professional museum functions while building on the intern’s skills and experience.  Compensation is $13.25/hour for up to 10 weeks.  Start & end dates are flexible; some weekend and evening hours required. Housing is available in one of NRF’s restored houses at $125 or $250/month, possibly shared with one other intern.  Intern must provide own transportation. Send a resume, three letters of reference and letter of interest to Lisa Dady, Director of Education and Public Programs, 51 Touro Street, Newport, RI, 02840. Phone or e-mail inquiries accepted: 401/324-6090; lisa@newportrestoration.org. Closing date 24 February 2012. www.newportrestoration.org.
Posted 1/13/12

Marketing Intern
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, NH
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center seeks a college student as a Marketing Intern. The Marketing Intern will gain experience working in a nationally-accredited nature center. The Marketing Intern will work with the Marketing Manager to help strategically manage the promotion and marketing efforts of Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, its environmental education programs, and mission to the general public, membership, and school groups. Duties may include:  reviewing and editing web copy; editing and proofreading materials, including print and electronic newsletters; writing press releases; designing event flyers; updating calendar listings; creating video content; conducting visitor surveys; managing press list; analyzing online advertising strategy; assisting with special events, mailings, general office support, and business sponsor solicitations. This position requires strong written and oral communications skills, project management and organizational skills. The Marketing Intern must possess strong initiative and the ability to work independently. Familiarity with Windows and MS Office is required; Dreamweaver, In Design and Adobe Premier are a plus. Internships are unpaid but may be completed for course credits. Interns work under the supervision of professional staff and are expected to be available 20 to 40 hours a week. A flexible schedule, over the course of a semester is possible. Schedule may include occasional evening and weekend event assignments. Housing may be available during the summer. Send letter of interest and resume to: Amanda Gillen, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, PO Box 173, Holderness, NH  03245 or amanda.gillen@nhnature.org.
Posted 1/13/12

Museum Curatorial and Collections Intern
Danforth Museum and School of Art, Framingham, Ma
The Danforth Museum of Art is accepting applications for the position of Curatorial Intern for the Fall 2011 and Spring 2012 sessions (8-12 weeks).  Curatorial Interns will assist in all aspects of exhibition planning, including art handling and collections management, research, cataloging and documentation.  Interns will assist in various research projects to provide curatorial content for newsletters, marketing material, and gallery books.  Curatorial interns will also assist staff in preparation and installation of the Museum’s exhibits. This is an unpaid internship, although valuable experience will be gained. Qualifications: Open to qualified college or graduate students, or recent graduates.  The Curatorial Intern position is a hands-on position which requires attention to detail, organization, sound judgment, and collaborative teamwork.  Comfort and familiarity with museum standards for handling artwork is expected, including ability to lift and climb.  Computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point are preferred; graphic design skill is a plus. Please send cover letter and resume by email to bvogt@danforthmuseum.org. Materials should be addressed to Brendan Vogt, Assistant to the Executive Director.
Posted 1/13/12

Administration and Finance Intern
Danforth Museum and School of Art, Framingham, MA
Interns are being accepted on an ongoing basis. The Intern will work with the Finance Director on the weekly and monthly financial reporting, analyzing data contained in the general ledger.  The Intern will collect, organize, and analyze benchmarking data for inclusion into the Danforth Museum of Art's strategic plan.  The intern will assist with updating the accounting manual, policies, procedures and forms, and participate in other projects as time permits.  This is a flexible 8-12 week internship during Winter/Spring/Summer 2012. Qualifications: The Internship is open to current college and graduate students, or recent graduates.  A Finance background with good analytical skills, and familiarity with Excel and accounting terminology and systems is preferred.  QuickBooks experience is a plus. Interested applicants should send cover letter and resume to Brendan Vogt, Assistant to the Executive Director, Danforth Museum of Art, 123 Union Avenue, Framingham, MA 01702, (508) 620-0050 X. 10, bvogt@danforthmuseum.org.
Posted 1/13/12

Intern
Stonington Historical Society, Stonington, CT
The Stonington Historical Society, Stonington, CT seeks interns for 2012 season at the Old Lighthouse Museum, Captain Palmer House, and Woolworth Library. Interns must be available 10 to 20 hours per wk. from May/June to at least mid-August. Other time-frame with more limited time commitment is also possible. Small stipend may be available depending on need. Interns spend most of their time on individual projects in exhibit design, collections management, or historical research, with the rest of their time working in member and visitor services. This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in all facets of museum management while pursuing individual research interests. Requirements include being a current or recent student in museum studies, historic preservation, or other related graduate program and strong recommendations from instructors and/or museum personnel. Those interested in maritime history, lighthouses, local history, and a career in the museum field are encouraged to apply. Please indicate your interests, requirements, and qualifications in a cover letter and short résumé. Post or email to: Mary Beth Baker, Director, Stonington Historical Society, P.O. Box  103, Stonington, CT 06378, director@stoningtonhistory.org. Visit SHS website: http://www.stoningtonhistory.org.
Posted 1/6/12

Internship
Rufus Porter Museum, Bridgton, ME
The Rufus Porter Museum offers two 10 week paid internships for the summer of 2012.  Housing is provided and auto is necessary.   Interns will conduct tours,  support offered programs, and complete a project designed to enhance student's study program as well as benefit the museum.  Full description available on www.rufusportermuseum.org.  Stipend of $1800. Priority given to students pursuing career in museum or folk art fields. Send resume and covering letter via email to j.k.lindberg@att.net.  This is a young museum focusing on folk art in western Maine, set in vacation area of lakes and mountains. Rufus Porter was a 19th C artist and inventor who grew up in Bridgton, Maine, and painted wall murals in homes in New England.
Posted 1/6/12
Buchanan / Burnham Internships
Newport Historical Society, Newport, RI
Paid, full-time summer internships at the Newport (RI) Historical Society.  Join a team of students, scholars, and museum professionals studying and promoting the diverse and dynamic history of Newport.  MUSEUM STUDIES INTERNS devote half of their time to individual projects in exhibits, public programs, tour development, and/or collections management; the remainder is devoted to tour guiding, ongoing training, and career development.  40 hrs/wk, 5/29/12 – 8/11/12; 3 positions available; $3,000 stipend.  THE POST-GRADUATE FELLOW IN HISTORICAL INTERPRETATION is an advanced graduate student or a recent MA or PhD with tour-guiding experience and familiarity with the early history of Newport, RI.  He or she devotes half of his or her time to supervising and coordinating public tours and intern projects; the remainder is devoted to an individual project or dissertation work.  40 hrs/wk, 5/22/12 – 8/17/12 (1 wk. vacation); 1 position available; $4,800 stipend.  Current college seniors & graduate students and 2011/2012 college grads may apply.  For more information and application instructions, call 401-846-0813, or see www.newporthistorical.org/internship.htm.  Complete applications must be received by March 2, 2012; and should include a resume, college transcript, two letters of recommendation and letter stating your reasons for applying.
Posted 1/6/12

Curatorial Internship 
Old Sturbridge Village, Sturbridge , MA
Responsibilities:  Old Sturbridge Village seeks a college student or recent graduate interested in gaining direct hands-on experience with historical collections. The intern will work with the museum's curatorial staff in the care and exhibition of artifacts from the museum's important collection of 60,000 early American artifacts. Duties will be comparable to the work of the staff, including, but not limited to: collections records management, inventory and documentation of collections objects, care and cleaning of artifacts, developing and mounting collections-based exhibits. Orientation to the museum and specific training to complete the tasks will be provided. The intern may opt to work additional days as a costumed historian, if so desired and opportunities exist, to expand the scope and depth of the experience. Requirements: In return for meeting these requirements, the intern will receive a stipend of $1,500 and shared lodging (with another summer intern) on the museum campus. The selection process will be competitive, with preference given to students or recent graduates with previous experience in museum studies coursework and/or working with historic objects and/or exhibits.  Interested applicants must submit a written application and are interviewed by phone or in person. Applications are on the College Intern page on Old Sturbridge Village's website, www.osv.org. Applications due no later than February 17, 2012. The internship is from June 4, 2012 – August 11, 2012. The intern will work three days a week, on a regular schedule established with the intern’s supervisor. The work day is 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.
Posted 1/6/12
Curatorial Intern
The Scottish Rite Masonic Museum & Library (National Heritage Museum} is seeking an unpaid intern for Winter/Spring 2012.  The Museum is an American history museum founded and supported by 32nd-degree Scottish Rite Freemasons in the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the United States of America.  The Museum is located in Lexington, Massachusetts.  The internship will focus on an ongoing digitization project to make the entire historic photograph collection accessible online (scanning, linking photos to the collections database, verifying donor information).  Other projects may include: creating initial catalog entries for recent gifts of objects; numbering objects; and research on specific objects.  A commitment of at least one day per week for a 12-week minimum is required.  Prospective interns should be undergraduate or graduate students with a background in history, American studies, museum studies, decorative arts, art history or a related field.  Attention to detail, self-motivation and good computer skills are necessary.  For more information, contact Aimee E. Newell, Ph.D., Director of Collections, National Heritage Museum, 33 Marrett Road, Lexington, MA 02124; anewell@monh.org; 781-457-4144.
Posted 12/23/11 

Newsletter Research Assistant
The Andover Historical Society seeks an energetic and dynamic intern to serve as a research assistant to the Museum Educator/Farmers’ Market Manager.  In 2007, working with a community partner, the Andover Historical Society launched the Andover Farmers’ Market on the Historical Society’s lawn to connect Andover’s rich agricultural history and the recent flourishing of local farmers’ markets.  The research assistant will prepare research and media throughout the spring semester for the 2012 Farmers’ Market.  Under the supervision of the Museum Educator, the intern will: • Research and prepare thought provoking and informative articles based on Andover farming and agriculture history, buying organic, and local farming • Generate and schedule weekly e-newsletters of The Marketer sent to over 300 people • Write and schedule online blog posts to support the history of the Farmers’ Market and the Andover Historical Society • Assist coordinate and attend opening event of the Andover Farmers’ Market The Intern will work on site at the Andover Historical Society during Spring Semester 2012 (end date negotiable) over the course of 10 weeks for a minimum of 10 hours per week. Hours are flexible. We are seeking a candidate who has experience with historic research, an interest in publicity and marketing who is a self starter with initiative to take on new projects, is welcoming and reliable. Intern must be proficient in the English language with excellent writing, reading, and editing skills.  For further information, contact Deb DeSmet, Museum Educator, ddesmet@andoverhistorical.org.
Posted 12/16/11
Collections Database Intern
The Andover Historical Society is seeking collections database interns to assist with the Society’s collections database expansion project. This is an unpaid internship. Under the supervision of the project manager, interns will enter collections information into the database, organize collections records, and capture digital images for inclusion in the database, among other responsibilities. Hours are flexible within Monday-Friday (we will try to fit your schedule). We are seeking interns who have an interest in working behind the scenes of a modern historical society, with an ability to work independently and as a team member. Potential interns should also possess strong organizational skills. Familiarity with database software, digital cameras, and scanners a plus, but not required. For further information contact Marilyn Helmers, Project Manager at 978-475-2236 or at mhelmers@andoverhistorical.org.
Posted 12/2/11 

2012 Summer Internships 
The Nantucket Historical Association's summer internship program allows a dynamic group of students with varied interests, strengths, and goals to immerse themselves in an outstanding educational and professional environment. Interns learn and work directly with professionals in a team-based, collaborative environment. The internship is a full-time position that begins on June 4, 2012, and lasts ten to twelve weeks. Interns concentrate their work in one of four areas: Interpretation & Education, Outreach & Special Programs, Collections & Curatorial, and Historic Gardens. He/she should have experience working with the public and a degree or expected degree in American history and culture, education, humanities, museum studies, museum education, communications, marketing, horticulture, or a related field. Graduate students are preferred, although enrolled college students are welcome to apply. He/she should have demonstrated interest in museum programs, production, educatio! n, history and/or marketing; strong writing, research, organizational, interpersonal, communication and computer skills; familiarity with multimedia software a plus; and the ability to work both independently and in groups. A $2,500 stipend and housing will be offered. For more information on the NHA and the island of Nantucket, please visit our website at www.nha.org. Applications are due by February 1, 2012. Please send a letter of interest, identifying area(s) of work interest, résumé, and a list of three references to: Rebecca Miller Assistant to the Executive Director Nantucket Historical Association PO Box 1016 Nantucket, MA 02554 rmiller@nha.org.
Posted 11/28/11 

Winter Education Intern
Winter Education Intern (Age 18 & Up). Commitment: Minimum of 20 hours a week for twelve weeks with some weekend work. Unpaid internship. Extensions for a longer commitment are possible. The Winter Education Intern is trained to maintain the feeding and care of our 110 gallon tide pool touch tank and all its inhabitants including coastal invertebrates, skates & fish. They create monthly self-guided activities in our lobby for our visitors, develop lesson plans, activities, games, and research projects, assist on family and youth programs such as forest walks, birding trips, tracking expeditions, and outdoor hikes and run activities during our weekend drop-in family programs. Program Interns assist in ensuring the safety of all participants and other volunteers. Qualifications: Experience with animal care or aquaria, experience organizing programs or activities for children, experience with outdoor activities such as birding, tide pooling, kayaking, demonstrates creativity, reliability, flexibility, and enthusiasm, requires strong oral and written communication skills, ability to work with people of all ages, interests and backgrounds. Local knowledge of Plum Island ecology preferred. To apply for an internship with Mass Audubon's Joppa Flats, please send resume and cover letter to: Lisa Hutchings, Teacher Naturalist, Joppa Flats Education Center, Newburyport, MA 01950 or by email to Lisa Hutchings, Teacher Naturalist at: lhutchings@massaudubon.org or by calling (978) 462-9998 ext. 6804. Thank you. 
Posted 12/9/11 Top of Page

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