Do stories and objects from the past fascinate you?

Are you looking for work experience behind the scenes of a historical museum?

Then apply to the Summer 2023 Historical Museum Internship at SHS

The Role:

The Historical Museum Internship is a 10 hour per week, paid summer experience for those interested in museum studies, history education, or with demonstrated interest in history to develop public programs, collection management and archival skills at the Sippican Historical Society’s (SHS) Museum in Marion, Massachusetts.

Responsibilities:

  • Catalog, photograph and store historic documents and artifacts, uploading descriptions to the online catalog system.
  • Research and present information and objects to include in future exhibits.
  • Create content campaigns that highlight objects or events pertinent to the SHS collection.
  • Greet visitors, answer questions about exhibits and provide retail support at the SHS shop during Museum midday open hours on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
  • Assist with public programming and events.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated interest in history, museum studies, anthropology, archival studies, art history, cultural landscape management, or public programming
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team  
  • Ability to ask clarifying questions, troubleshoot, and solve problems
  • Proficiency with common computer applications such as MS Office and Google Suite;  Experience with PastPerfect Online, Canva appreciated
  • Ability to climb a flight of stairs.

Who we are:

Founded in 1963, the Sippican Historical Society seeks to foster interest in the history of Marion, Massachusetts. We encourage historical research and writing, promote historical preservation and to document and share history. At its museum, housed in the historic Walton Nye Ellis house, you find artifacts, documents and artwork pertaining to the town and region. 

The SHS welcomes applicants of all genders, ages, races, military or veteran status. We encourage individuals with diverse abilities to apply and are willing to explore and provide auxiliary aids and services to meet specific needs within the limitations of our facility. 

About the internship:

The summer 2023 Historical Museum internship is a ten hour per week position for ten weeks between May and September. Exact dates of employment are flexible. The position pays $17/hour as a part-time employee and is funded by the Judith Rosbe Education Fund at SHS.

How to apply:

Please send an email that serves as your cover letter to info@sippicanhistoricalsociety.org before midnight EST on March 26, 2023. Attach your resume in .pdf format.