About the role#
The Native American Initiatives (NAI) intern supports the NAI department through program facilitation, community outreach, and administrative work. This is a paid, part-time position running from January 19, 2027, to May 23, 2027. You will work 15 hours per week, with preferred shifts on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Interns must attend three in-person seminars and present their final work on May 23, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Assist with recruitment and planning for the Native American Museum Fellowship (NAMF).
- Handle administrative tasks, including the organization of program materials.
- Coordinate seminar guests and internship opportunities across different departments.
- Manage 2-3 community outreach tabling events at local colleges and Native gathering spaces.
- Attend community outreach events as your schedule allows.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student, or graduation within the last 12 months.
- A degree or progress toward a degree in History, Anthropology, Public History, Sociology, Library and Archives, or a related field.
- The ability to maintain an open mind and work well in teams.
- Discretion when handling confidential information.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing plans and priorities.
Location & details#
- This position is based on-site at the History Center in St. Paul, Minnesota.
- The pay rate is $17.02 per hour.
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.
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