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The field of history has been an integral part of human civilization, offering a lens into our past and the forces that have shaped the world as we know it today. Historians play an essential role in this field by conducting extensive research, interpreting past events, and preserving invaluable data and artifacts. A history internship provides a platform for individuals to indulge their curiosity and passion for history. During the internship, one can expect to be involved in processing, cataloging, and archiving documents and artifacts, amongst other duties. This is an opportunity to not only delve deep into historical research but also gain insights into data management, which is crucial in the modern age.Career Options & Outlook
The history sector offers various career paths for those passionate about preserving and interpreting the past. With adequate experience and higher education, one can become an archivist, curator, museum technician, or conservator. However, it should be noted that most professional roles in this field require advanced degrees such as a master's or doctorate. Employment opportunities for historians are projected to grow by 4% over the next decade. Simultaneously, employment for archivists, curators, and museum workers is expected to increase by 12%, a rate above average. The median annual salary for historians holding a master's degree is $63,940. So, for those with a passion for history and the dedication to further their education, a rewarding and growing career field awaits.Ready to make history? Start your history internship search below.
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Collections Team Summer Intern
Weeksville Heritage Center | Brooklyn, NY
Job Title Collections Team Intern Job Location Brooklyn, New York Job Overview The Interns for the Collections Team at Weeksville Heritage Center will work closely with various members of the Operations Department to document, inventory, categorize, ...
- Internship
- Part-time
CRDIP Historical Researcher - Natchez National Historical Park
American Conservation Experience - EPIC | Natchez, MS
Job Title Historical Researcher Job Location Natchez National Historical Park - Natchez, MS Job Overview American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service (NPS) and through the Cultural Re...
- Internship
- Full-time
CRDIP Collections & Archives Member- Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park
American Conservation Experience - EPIC | Atlanta, GA
Job Title Collections & Archives Member Job Location Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park- Atlanta, GA Job Overview The Collections & Archives Member will research, review, inventory, catalog, and digitize records in a collaborati...
- Internship
- Full-time
CRDIP Archeology Member - Colonial National Historical Park and Northeast Archeological Resources Program
American Conservation Experience - EPIC | Yorktown, VA
Job Title Archeology Member Job Location Colonial National Historical Park- Yorktown, VA Job Overview American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with the National Park Service (NPS) and through the Cultural Resou...
- Internship
- Full-time
Oral History Conductor
Scribe Video Center of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Philadelphia, PA
Job Title Oral History Conductor Job Location Philadelphia, PA Job Overview Scribe Video Center is seeking paid student-workers to support the Power Politics oral history project. Power Politics is a comprehensive initiative that documents the experi...
- Internship
- Part-time
CRDIP Archeological Resources Member- Minute Man National Historical Park
American Conservation Experience - EPIC | Concord, MA
Job Title Archeological Resources Member Job Location Minute Man National Historical Park- Concord, MA Job Overview The Archeological Resources Member will be part of the project team for "Civil Rights Initiative: Reanalyzing an 18th Century Fre...
- Internship
- Full-time
Interpretation Interns
Conservation Legacy | Washington, DC
Job Title Historic Interpretation Internship Job Location Washington, District of Columbia Job Overview The Stewards Individual Placement Program (SIPP) is seeking interns to work at the Carter G. Woodson Home NHS, Mary McLeod Bethune Council House N...
- Internship
- Full-time
Road to Freedom Tennessee Research Internship
American Battlefield Trust | Washington, DC
Job Title Historical Research and Content Intern Job Location Remote Job Overview Are you an aspiring historian or communicator looking for a paid part-time internship opportunity to sharpen your research skills, engage with public history profession...
- Internship
- Part-time
Road to Freedom North Carolina Research Internship
American Battlefield Trust | Washington, DC
Job Title Paid Part-Time Internship - Research Assistant Job Location Remote/Telework (Based in North Carolina) Job Overview Are you an aspiring historian or communicator looking for a paid part-time internship opportunity to sharpen your research sk...
- Internship
- Part-time
American Family Immigration History Center Internship
The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation, Inc. | Jersey City, NJ
Job Title American Family Immigration History Center Intern Job Location Ellis Island Job Overview The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation is seeking part-time Summer Interns for the American Family Immigration History Center (AFIHC) on Ellis I...
- Internship
- Part-time
AP History Teachers
Fairfieldnodal | Fairfield, CA
Job Title Teacher - History Job Location B. Gale Wilson (93) - United States (2023/24 SY) Job Overview Join our premier learning community and empower students to thrive in an ever-changing world. Compensation Please contact us for compensation detai...
- Internship
- Full-time