Museum
Intern,
The Friends of
Clermont is currently seeking applicants for the position of Museum Intern.
The Friends
would prefer a M.A. in history, art, art history, American studies, political
science or museum studies, with some experience working in a professional
capacity with collections in a history museum, a general museum with history
collections, or a historic site.
The Intern
will use, care for, research and analyze Clermont State Historic Site's
collection of 18,000 historic objects. Clermont, the home of the important
The intern
will gain experience with the writing of exhibit scripts and interpretive
materials, the production of an historic furnishing report, the evaluation of
collections for acquisitions, loans, exhibits, de-accessioning and conservation
treatments.
The candidate
must be organized and self-directed and possess strong oral and written
communication skills. Computer literacy and familiarity with word processing are
also required. Although this internship is unpaid, there is the possibility of
later full- or part-time employment.
Lodging for the intern will be provided at a nearby riverfront
estate.
The Friends of Clermont is a
501(c)3 nonprofit corporation.
Clermont State Historic Site is ranked one of the state’s Class A sites,
denoting its historic significance statewide and nationally. Please submit a resume to: Friends of
Clermont,
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