Internships
Title: Exhibits Development Intern
Department: Exhibits
Supervisor: Exhibit Developer
Hours: 10-12/week
Timeframe: Fall 2013 (September-December)
Status: Unpaid. (A limited number of stipends are available to students from communities of color who are underrepresented in the Society).
Location: Minnesota History Center, Saint Paul, MN
Project Summary: Intern will conduct research in MHS collections and elsewhere for future exhibits projects at the Minnesota History Center.
Ideal degrees: BA/MA in history or american studies, or related field.
Student Qualifications: Skills in conducting basic research in primary and secondary sources; excellent organizational skills, including database management; ability to work independently.
Student Responsibilities:
- Collect and organize information from MHS collections on specific topics, as directed by supervisor
- Meet regularly with supervisor and report on findings; attend exhibit team meetings
- Create bibliographies and database of collections information
Knowledge intern is expected to gain:
- Introduction to historical exhibit development at the beginning stages of the process
- Familiarity with collections and organization of the MHS
- Increased awareness of the operations of a large public museum institution
- Experience working and researching in a professional setting
Additional Required Submissions: None
To apply, please visit the Internship Program Application Process page after July 1, 2013.
