Volunteer Services Intern - Flexible Hours & Training

Mnhs; Idaho, United States, Northern America, Americas; Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Minnesota Historical Society is seeking an Intern - Volunteer Services Intern for History Center in St. Paul, MN. This part-time, temporary role runs Jan 19, 2027 to May 23, 2027, requiring 15 hours weekly with a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.

Typical starting pay is $17.02 per hour. Responsibilities include supporting volunteer recruitment, onboarding, training, and recognition, assisting with a new volunteer management system, and tabling at community events.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled or recent graduate within 12 months.
• Ideal candidates study History, Nonprofit Management, Communications, HR, Sociology, Psychology or Event management.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer-focused attitude toward volunteers and staff.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and adaptability to new software.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high level of customer service to volunteers and staff, ensuring consistent communication.
• Support rollout of a new volunteer management system including setup and training.
• Assist with volunteer recruitment and placement, including postings, emails, tabling, and orientation sessions.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Adaptability to software

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student

Tools

Volunteer Management System

Job description

The Minnesota Historical Society is seeking an Intern - Volunteer Services Intern for History Center in St. Paul, MN. This part-time, temporary role runs Jan 19, 2027 to May 23, 2027, requiring 15 hours weekly with a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.

Typical starting pay is $17.02 per hour. Responsibilities include supporting volunteer recruitment, onboarding, training, and recognition, assisting with a new volunteer management system, and tabling at community events.