Museum Studies Blog at Tufts University

Description:
The Arlington Historical Society offers internships to college students or recent graduates with an interest in museum work. Interns will have the opportunity to learn about a variety of museum duties and may have the opportunity to focus on a project of particular interest. Areas of potential work include collections, publishing/photography/graphic design, research, oral history, or other aspects of museum operations (including communications, fund-raising, marketing, technology, event planning, etc.). Intern hours and schedules are flexible to meet the needs of students and academic credit requirements, although interns are expected to work at least 4 hours per week for a minimum of ten weeks. To apply, send resume and letter of interest detailing availability, total or weekly hours requested/required, and area of specific interest, if any. We have a rolling deadline, and accept applications until internship positions are filled. We are happy to work with college or university departments for interns to receive academic credit.

Qualifications:
Recent graduates or graduate students in related fields of study.

How To Apply:
To apply, email a letter of interest and resume.
contact@arlingtonhistorical.org

Apply by:
September 24, 2015

Salary:
Unpaid

Description:

• Duration: September – December, 2015
• Compensation: School Credit, Membership, Opportunity for Paid Hours
• Location: 50 Milk St., 15th Floor, Boston, MA
• Time: 24-32 hours/week

Interns at Design Museum Boston are provided with some of the most unique experiences one can receive as a student. Interns become an integral member of our team and play a vital role in the success of the organization. Design Museum Boston is seeking a Communications and Development intern to join our team this fall. This position requires strong organizational skills, graphic design, excellent writing and interpersonal skills the ability to complete research. The intern will report to and assist the Associate Director in variety of duties such as prospect research and identification as well as developing web content and graphics.

Qualifications:
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• Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills
• Graphic design skills, particularly the Adobe CreativeSuite
• Ability to troubleshoot & solve problems on the spot!
• Experience working at a start-up or non-profit is suggested but not required

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• Is a self-starter, able to pick up parts of a project and contribute
• Is a collaborator, able to fit into a team and boost its effectiveness
• Is adaptable, able to pivot and move forward with new constraints
• Is a planner, able to anticipate needs and put detailed plans in place for the future

Knowledge of the following tools/processes required:Adobe CreativeSuite (in particular Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)WordPress, MailChimp, Pages, Keynote, and Numbers,Googledocs, Dropbox

How To Apply:
To apply please send a resume, cover letter, and any other relevant materials to Liz Pawlak at liz [at] designmuseumboston.org. No phone calls please.

Apply by:
August 26, 2015