Job Description
The Ohio History Connection's mission is to Spark Discovery of Ohio's stories. Embrace the present, share the past and transform the future. Position: Spring 2025 Academic Intern
- Ohio History Center Programs
Type: Unpaid Internship (FOR ACADEMIC CREDIT ONLY) Schedule: Part-time, unpaid ten-week position starting on Monday, January 13, 2025 and ending on Friday, March 21, 2025
Notes on Schedule: Available work schedule Wednesdays-Sundays, 9am-5pm- flexible to meet student's needs
Location: Ohio History Center- Main Museum Floor
Reports to: Manager, Ohio History Center Programs
Application Period: Applications will be accepted until November 1, 2024. Once the position closes, applications will be reviewed and those candidates best fitting the needs of the position will be contacted for an interview.
About Ohio History Connection: The Ohio History Connection, formerly the Ohio Historical Society, is a statewide history organization with the mission to spark discovery of Ohio's stories. Chartered in 1885, the OHC carries out history services for Ohio and its citizens focused on preserving and sharing the state's history. This includes housing the state historic preservation office, the official state archives, local history office and managing more than 50 sites and museums across Ohio.
Summary: The Ohio History Center Programs Department provides engaging, informative and dynamic interpretation of Ohio's history with a visitor-centered focus. Interns will gain experience speaking with visitors on a variety of topics and will work with museum staff on research, implementation, and evaluation of programming. Interns will spend roughly 50% of their time interpreting and 50% of their time working with staff, developing additional skills, and shadowing other departments.
Essential Functions: - Must be able to communicate effectively with visitors of diverse ages and backgrounds
- Comfortable moving throughout museum spaces and interacting with guests.
- Must develop a capstone project that aligns with Ohio History's goals and academic program's goals
- Must be willing to try new approaches to challenges and work collaboratively with staff, other interns, and volunteers
Required Education, Skills, Experience: - Must be enrolled in an academic program OR a recent graduate from an academic program (within one year)
- Majors in History, Education, Theater, Museum Studies, Anthropology
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Social Media
Required Competencies: - Works well both independently and with and in support of colleagues to complete work.
- Demonstrates a potential to communicate well in written and verbal communications, including informal mediums like email and meetings
- Able to adapt to changing environments/circumstances and willingness to be flexible
- Able to speak confidently to visitors and provide excellent customer service
Other Requirements: - Must complete a background check and internship onboarding paperwork
- Must create and account, log internships hours and sign up for internship shifts via
- Must attend the spring intern welcome day and present at the spring internship summit
Education and Experience Outcomes: - Student will have a better understanding of the complex operations required to create and implement effective programming
- Student will develop public speaking skills through daily interpretation and collaboration with colleagues
- Student will further develop time management and project management skills through research, personal scheduling, and capstone project
Application Instructions To apply, visit and use the Applicant Tracking System to apply. Include resume, cover letter, and applicable application materials. For questions and accommodations, email or call 614-297-2500
Ohio History Connection is an equal opportunity employer.
All prospective employees are required to undergo a fingerprint background check processed by the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation & Identification (BCI) in accordance with the Volunteer Children's Act. Additionally, prospective employees will also submit to a drug test. Both will occur after the offer of employment is accepted. The results of the background check and drug test are not immediate disqualifiers to employment and are reviewed in accordance with Ohio History Connection policies and procedures. Inquiries must be directed to the Human Resources Director at 614-297-2390 or via email at applicant@ohiohistory.org. Ohio Historical Society
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