Native American Initiatives Intern: Outreach & Programs

Minnesota Historical Society; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Minnesota Historical Society in Saint Paul invites applications for the Native American Initiatives Intern. This is a temporary, part-time role running Jan 19, 2027 to May 23, 2027, requiring about 15 hours weekly with flexible Tue-Thu shifts.

You will help with program facilitation, outreach, and admin tasks within the NAI department. Responsibilities include NAMF recruitment, material management, coordinating seminars and internships, organizing outreach events at Minnesota colleges and Native

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student, or recent graduate within 12 months.
• Preferred degrees: History, anthropology, public history, sociology, library/archives, or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Collaborate effectively in team environments and adapt to changing plans.
• Willingness to participate in seminars and community outreach.

Responsibilities

• Engage in recruitment and program planning for the Native American Museum Fellowship (NAMF).
• Manage NAMF-related administrative tasks such as accruing program materials.
• Coordinate NAMF seminar guests and internships with MNHS departments.
• Coordinate 2-3 community outreach tabling events for NAMF recruitment at MN-local colleges and Native spaces.
• Attend community outreach events if able.
• Organize MNHS NAI program materials.

Skills

Recruitment

Program planning

Team collaboration

Discretion

Adaptability

Education

Undergrad or grad student

Job description

Minnesota Historical Society in Saint Paul invites applications for the Native American Initiatives Intern. This is a temporary, part-time role running Jan 19, 2027 to May 23, 2027, requiring about 15 hours weekly with flexible Tue-Thu shifts.

You will help with program facilitation, outreach, and admin tasks within the NAI department. Responsibilities include NAMF recruitment, material management, coordinating seminars and internships, organizing outreach events at Minnesota colleges and Native