2009
Curatorial or Educational Intern Job Descriptions
Title: Curatorial or Educational Internships
Temporary, Part-time
Number of positions: 4 unpaid
Reports to: Historic Site Supervisor, and Curator or Museum
Educator
Introduction:
Montgomery County PA Department of Parks and Heritage
Services oversees 6,000 acres which include three historic sites, six public
parks and nearly 60 miles of trails. The Department serves more than 2 million
visitors annually. Within the system, there are historic sites and parks with a
variety of collections and educational programming. The purpose of these
internship projects is to 1.) organize and catalog collections to improve
stewardship and accessibility, 2.) expand and develop educational programming
and interpretation.
Descriptions:
Curatorial Interns: The Curatorial Intern(s) will work
under the direction of senior staff to document a variety of collections within
the historic sites and park system using National, State, and/or Museum
standards. Daily duties may include cleaning, identifying, cataloging, and the organization
and storage of collections including 1.) 19th & 20th
century clothing, and 2.) accessories or items related to the Sunrise Mill
property and Dr. Chevalier Jackson.
Educational Interns: The Educational Intern(s) will work
under the direction of senior staff to develop in-class educational programs, expand
on-site educational programs in concert with site interpretation, incorporate
hands-on activities with both on-site and off-site programs using the archives
and resource materials available, and assist with guided tours, special events,
and educational programs during their internship at 1.) Peter Wentz Farmstead,
and 2.) Pennypacker Mills
Qualifications:
Interns should be pursuing a BS or MS in museum studies, American
history and or material culture, historic preservation, or education. Good
written, verbal, and interpersonal skills are required.
These are unpaid internships in the
Contact: Ella Aderman, Historic Site Supervisor
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