The internship will be a paid, full time summer position, including some weekends. The intern,s work will include aiding in the coordination and implementation of educational programs, special events and workshops. The intern will be under the supervision of the museum's educator and be involved in the organization and operation of the museum,s summer day camp and participate in mill and historic house interpretation. Interns are expected to have some knowledge in museum education and programming, and an interest in industrial, agricultural and domestic history. Applicants should have good organizational skills, be self-motivated, and willing to work with the public.
Computer skills are a plus.
Applicants should be prepared to work inside and outside, rain or shine. The internship will be a paid, full-time summer positions, including some weekend work. Internships vary in length, depending upon the season. August 30 to November 5, 1999. Applicants should forward their vitae, the names and phone numbers of three references, and a cover letter outlining their interest and abilities as pertinent to this type of museum education.