About the role#
This is a part-time, paid internship at the Minnesota Historical Society. You will work on-site in St. Paul to research the 80-year history of the Twin Cities Japanese American Citizens League (TCJACL). This role runs from January 19, 2027, through August 29, 2027. You will work 8-15 hours per week, with preferred shifts on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.
Interns must attend three in-person professional development seminars and complete a final presentation of their work.
What you'll do#
- Research TCJACL organizational records located at the Minnesota History Center, the Gale Family Library, the East Side Freedom Library, and with TCJACL members.
- Identify key individuals and events from the organization's history.
- Create a comprehensive document of these historical findings.
- Develop a way to present this timeline to the public, such as a written report, a visual display, or a digital version.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student, or graduation within the past 12 months.
- Academic background in History, Journalism, or related fields.
- Experience with archival research.
- Interest in Asian American history.
- Ability to work independently and pay close attention to detail.
Location & details#
- Location: St. Paul, Minnesota.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Winter, Spring, and Summer 2027.
About Minnesota Historical Society
The Minnesota Historical Society is a nonprofit educational and cultural institution based in Saint Paul. Founded in 1849, the organization maintains museum exhibits, libraries, and historic sites. It employs 524 people to manage collections and publish books. The society focuses on preserving the history of Minnesota.
How to get in at Minnesota Historical Society
Applying early to the Minnesota Historical Society gives you a distinct advantage because recruiters review applications before the pile grows. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published, helping you secure a spot among the first applicants. You can reach out to recruiters directly to ask about the role or a referral, which often improves your response rate. Intern Insider surfaces the specific recruiters behind the company's roles so you can make that connection.
