Department Community Engagement
Supervisor  Community Engagement Manager
Coordinator(s)
Semester Summer 2023 (June-August)
Hours Per Week 8 – 10
Status Paid
# of Positions Available 1
Location Virtual, History Center, some locations in community as able to travel
Project Summary The Department of Community Engagement seeks an intern to assist a collaborative effort with the Phyllis Wheatley Community Center (PWCC) to grow the documentation and community understanding of the history of Camp Katharine Parsons. The project entails identifying a research topic, gathering primary and secondary sources and finishing a complete narrative summary of their research and findings. Opportunities may also include conducting oral history interviews and preparing transcripts. The intern will be expected to be comfortable with engaging with community members connected to the camp for guidance, support, and source finding.
Ideal Degrees History, African American Studies, Cultural Studies and Comparative Literature, Anthropology
Responsibilities
  • Effectively manage time.
  • Research, write, edit and submit complete narrative summary on the history of Camp Katharine Parsons.
  • Attend virtual meetings with MNHS and PWCC staff; provide updates of progress, and receive feedback.
  • Conduct communication with community members.
Qualifications
  • Experience and/or training in research technique and best practices, and is comfortable working with primary sources.
  • Demonstrated writing and editing skills, an eye for detail and accuracy and an ability to meet deadlines.
  • Preference given to applicants with a knowledge of Minnesota African American history.
  • Experience with conducting oral histories or source interviews is ideal, but not required. 
Knowledge Intern is Expected to Gain
  • Familiarity of MNHS historical resources and how to use them.
  • Increased community engagement skills.
  • Research, writing, and editing, best practices and skills building.
  • Experience in a professional museum environment.
  • Increased skills in conducting oral histories and preparing transcripts.
Additional Materials Preferred             Submit an example of your writing.
How to Apply Send a cover letter, resume, PDF copy of unofficial school transcripts, and any required additional materials to internships@mnhs.org. 

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