Museum Education & Programs Intern

Robert McCormick Foundation; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

The First Division Museum at Cantigny Park in Wheaton, Illinois, is offering a part-time internship from May through July 2019. This program provides hands-on experience in research, oral history, tours, and public education programs with thorough supervision and a formal orientation.

Ideal candidates are enrolled undergrad or graduate students with interests in education, history, and military history, and a willingness to engage with diverse audiences and deliver results across multiple museum

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program with coursework in relevant fields.
• Interest in education, history, anthropology, or related areas.
• Willingness to engage with children and large groups and handle challenging subjects.

Responsibilities

• Pull items from the McCormick Research Center to create research packages about Big Red One veterans.
• Administer, interpret, and present visitor research including surveys and dwell time.
• Develop content for WWII oral histories and prepare introductions for soldiers.
• Give tours to school groups and assist with summer programs.
• Assist with major events and maintain History Trunk items.
• Practice in-gallery facilitation with gallery programs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Public speaking

Team player

Detail-oriented

Writing skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The First Division Museum at Cantigny Park in Wheaton, Illinois, is offering a part-time internship from May through July 2019. This program provides hands-on experience in research, oral history, tours, and public education programs with thorough supervision and a formal orientation.

Ideal candidates are enrolled undergrad or graduate students with interests in education, history, and military history, and a willingness to engage with diverse audiences and deliver results across multiple museum