Editorial Intern: History & Publishing (Part-Time, Flexible)

Mnhs; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Minnesota Historical Society seeks an Intern - MNHS Press Editorial Intern to work across MNHS Press, MNopedia, and Minnesota History. This part-time, temporary position runs roughly January 19, 2027 to May 23, 2027 with 15 hours per week and a flexible schedule coordinated with your school calendar.

Responsibilities include copyediting, fact-checking, metadata work, and manuscript evaluation, with seminars and final presentations.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student, or graduated within past 12 months.
• Ideal candidates study English, history, anthropology, journalism, American studies or related field.
• Familiar with Word, Excel, Google Docs, FileMaker Pro and MNHS library procedures.
• Ability to research, write, and communicate clearly and accurately.
• Ability to track details and manage multiple tasks with multiple supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Press: evaluate proposals and manuscripts; assist with copyediting and proofreading.
• MNopedia: identify broken links; fact-check entries; research images.
• Minnesota History: fact-check articles and endnotes; write book notes.
• Attend editorial, acquisitions, launch, and production meetings and contribute.
• Assist with mailings, database maintenance, and informational interviews.

Skills

Research skills

Strong writing

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

English or related field

History or American studies

Journalism or communications

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Google Docs

FileMaker Pro

Job description

The Minnesota Historical Society seeks an Intern - MNHS Press Editorial Intern to work across MNHS Press, MNopedia, and Minnesota History. This part-time, temporary position runs roughly January 19, 2027 to May 23, 2027 with 15 hours per week and a flexible schedule coordinated with your school calendar.

Responsibilities include copyediting, fact-checking, metadata work, and manuscript evaluation, with seminars and final presentations.