Curatorial Internship (paid) – York County History Center – Jan. 22

York County History Center

Ross Martin Jordan Curatorial Internship

Purpose of RMJ Internship

The York County History Center exists to inspire the exploration of York County’s rich cultural heritage, including its people, culture and the events that shaped history, both on local and national scales.  The History Center’s artifact collection encompasses more than 90,000 artifacts highlighting nearly 300 years of York’s impressive history.  These artifacts document the development, culture, and contributions of the York County community.

The Ross Martin Jordan Internship is designed to give upper-level college students, graduate students or recent college graduates practical hands-on, real world experience within a museum with an extensive collection spanning approximately 300 years.  Projects are assigned based on the current needs of the Collections Department.

The RMJ Curatorial Intern will have the opportunity to learn about collection management, its care and preservation, and will have the opportunity to work closely with staff and volunteers.

The 2018 internship project will encompass object research, photographing, proper documentation, care, and participation in an inventory of a specific collection.

Qualifications

  • Strong desire to learn about collections care, including proper object handling, accessioning, and preservation/conservation
  • Highly detail-oriented, reliable, and responsible
  • Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation
  • Ability to use a Windows computer, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Library and Archival research skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Able to accept supervision
  • Willingness to be flexible to changing priorities
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Working knowledge of PastPerfect is a plus, but not required (Training Provided)

Internship Benefits

  • Rate of pay is $10.00 per hour
  • Knowledge of York County’s rich history
  • Discount prices in History Center Gift Shops
  • Free admission to History Center Museums for you and your immediate family (parents and siblings)
  • Receive hands-on training caring for and preserving original artifacts

Commitment Required

A requirement of 480 hours is mandatory in order to be considered for the paid Ross Martin Jordan Internship with the York County History Center.  The expectation is that the successful intern will work 30 hours per week with the Director of Collections Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, for 16 weeks.  The successful candidate and Director of Collections will agree upon the start and end dates, as well as a set weekly work schedule.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should submit all application materials by 5:00 PM on Friday, February 2, 2018 to the Director of Collections at 250 East Market Street, York, PA 17403 or via e-mail to mcarr@yorkhistorycenter.org.  If applying by e-mail, the subject line should read “Application: RMJ Curatorial Intern”.

Application Materials Required

  1. Statement discussing your coursework, research interests, previous experience, and professional goals
  2. Resume
  3. Academic Transcript (unofficial is acceptable)
  4. Three professional references (professors, previous employers, or supervisors of volunteer work)
  5. At least one Letter of Recommendation from a professor familiar with your background in Art History, History, Museum Studies, Public History, or Historic Preservation

Meegan Carr

Director of Collections

p: 717.848.1587 ext. 229

York County History Center

250 E. Market St.//York, PA//17403

yorkhistorycenter.org