Experience in the use of personal computers. Must also have a valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record. Position will not exceed 9 months. Assists with cataloging, inventorying, photographing, condition reporting, object handling and storing activities. May require intern to focus on a collection of 2,500 Native American and Western artifacts.
Work involves some contact with the general public.
Huguenot Historical Society, New Paltz, NY has a Curatorial Internship for ten weeks this summer. Will involve cataloguing and inventorying collections located a Locust Lawn, an early 19th century farm complex built for Col. Josiah Hasbrouck and his family for generations. The focus of the project will be on paintings, furniture, class and cermics, silver, etc. Data will be entered into MSWord Access database. Candidates should be enrolled in a degree granting program in Museum Studies or related field.