National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum, Leadville, Colorado – Fall
Internships



Join the National Mining Museum’s team for museum learning and fun in the
Colorado Rockies.  The internship provides for a wide array of duties,
offering an optimal learning experience for those interested in pursuing a
career in the humanities.



The intern will divide hours between Admissions, Gift Shop, and Curatorial
Projects.



*Responsibilities* for Admissions and Gift Shop include but are not limited
to:

   - Provide helpful, friendly customer service to museum guests
   - Use cash register and credit card machine to transact
   purchases/admissions
   - Thoroughly complete projects and duties as assigned
   - Maintain attractive appearance in gift shop and museum entrance; this
   includes straightening up and light cleaning duties
   - Stocking merchandise and conducting inventory

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*Curatorial Projects*

Projects will range from a wide variety of museum related tasks, such as
assist curator with collections management, exhibit development and design,
assist in library and archive department, work on educational programming,
marketing and community development, etc.  We will work with intern to
identify projects which correlate with their interests and career goals.



*Qualifications*

Prefer candidate who is interested in pursuing a humanities related career.
Must be willing to learn, be a self starter and the desire to complete
thorough work.  Must be able to multi-task and have good time management
skills.  Candidates should be able to work well with others and
independently as well as possess excellent interpersonal communication
skills. Basic computer skills required.



*Salary*

Currently salary for the internship is $7.25 per hour.  The position is part
time, roughly 4 days a week though this is variable.  Position begins August
17 and internship length can vary (dates negotiable).



*Contact and Questions*

Please submit a resume and a cover letter stating interest by August 5th,
2009, to Kat Neilson at [log in to unmask] or by mail PO Box 981,
Leadville, CO 80461.  For questions please call Kat at 719-486-1229 or at
the above email address.

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