Internships

Mature high school students and college students are invited to apply for a WDMHS internship. Interns are accepted during fall, spring and summer semesters.

Benefit of an internship:

• Gain real-world work experience and develop and enhance skills in areas of program management, marketing, research, problem solving, non-profit management, museum management and interpersonal communication.
• Receive academic credit

Position Description/Responsibilities:

• Assist with developing, managing and marketing special events and programs.
• Offer basic office assistance, including database management.
• Learn the history of the Jordan House Museum and Bennett School Museum and be able to assist with tours.
• Outreach to special audiences to promote and facilitate tours and special events.

Qualifications:

• High school junior or senior/college student seeking professional experience and/or academic internship credit.
• Background or interest in any of the following (but not limited to): marketing, non-profit management, special events, journalism/mass communications, museum studies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to be self-directed and work independently.

For more information or to apply, please complete the online form or the application here