Remote Public History & Podcast Intern (Part‑Time)

Atlanta LGBTQ History Project; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 7,600 - 9,100; Part time

Job summary

The Atlanta LGBTQ+ History Project seeks an undergraduate intern to support research and content development for Out Down South and a forthcoming travel exhibition. This part-time, mostly remote role may include in-person meetings in Atlanta. Approximately 5 hours per week, with schedule flexible to fit academic commitments.

You will gain mentorship and contribute to oral history projects, archival research, and content creation for public history programs.

Qualifications

• Undergraduates, recent graduates, or those with some relevant experience in public history and queer history are encouraged to apply.
• Strong, demonstrated writing and research skills are required.
• Interest in queer history, oral history and media-based storytelling is encouraged.
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively, and open to feedback.

Responsibilities

• Support the project’s oral history work including pre-interview research, transcripts, and metadata.
• Research public archives and primary sources for podcast and exhibition materials.
• Support social media campaigns by writing posts and editing basic video.
• Collaborate on reviewing materials for factual accuracy and ethical soundness.
• Participate in regular virtual progress meetings with the project team.
• Attend some in-person events in Atlanta when possible.

Skills

Writing

Research

Public history

Oral history

Media storytelling

Team collaboration

AI responsibly

Job description

The Atlanta LGBTQ+ History Project seeks an undergraduate intern to support research and content development for Out Down South and a forthcoming travel exhibition. This part-time, mostly remote role may include in-person meetings in Atlanta. Approximately 5 hours per week, with schedule flexible to fit academic commitments.

You will gain mentorship and contribute to oral history projects, archival research, and content creation for public history programs.