Museum Internship in Alaska

The Hammer Museum in Haines Alaska is recruiting for a 3-month internship with a

flexible start day from May to September 2013

 

The Hammer Museum is a non-profit, private entity and the world's only museum

dedicated to hammers. Its mission is to provide a view of the past and a history of

technology through the use of man's first tool. There are over 1800 hammers on display,

ranging from Roman times to the present.

 

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: The intern will assist in the daily operation of the

museum including; cataloging and researching the museum collection, ; website

development; assisting with an inventory of the museum collection on a Past Perfect

database; public speaking, and newsletter development.

 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·       Strong writing, research and collections care skills.

·       Strong organizational, multitasking and people skills.

·       Willingness to conduct small, informal tours of the museum.

·       Ability to work independently and on detailed tasks.

·       Knowledge of the history of technology a plus.

·       Degree or expected degree in history, education, museum studies, humanities or a related field.

·       An adventurous spirit.

 

COMPENSATION: The internship comes with a $125 per week stipend and basic

housing is provided. Haines is a wonderful Alaskan community with a population of

around 2000 and a breathtaking landscape.

 

HOW TO APPLY: Submit a cover letter describing your qualifications and why you are

interested in this internship, and your current resume including three references by mail

or email to:

 

Dave Pahl

The Hammer Museum

PO Box 702

Haines, Alaska 99827

(907) 766-2374

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http://www.hammermuseum.org/

All submissions must be received by March 15.

Successful applicant will be notified by April 10