About the role#
The Museum Collection intern supports the daily operations of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. You will gain hands-on experience with object care, exhibit development, and database management. This role includes active participation in the preparation and execution of Enshrinement Week. You will work alongside the Communications Team to assist media members during the Enshrinement and Hall of Fame Game.
What you'll do#
- Research and care for collection objects in storage and on exhibit.
- Create, install, and maintain museum displays.
- Accession donations and loans into the collection database.
- Prepare condition reports and documentation for donations and loans.
- Support special projects across various departments as needed.
What you'll need#
- Undergraduate sophomore, junior, upcoming senior, or graduate student status.
- Active enrollment in an educational institution during the summer of 2027.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Preferred major in history, public history, museum studies, library and information science, or a related field.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds.
- Professionalism, strong organizational skills, and a cordial attitude when working with the public.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States.
Location & details#
- Location: Canton, Ohio.
- Term: June 1, 2027, to August 9, 2027.
- Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, including nights and weekends.
- Compensation: $5,000 stipend.
About Pro Football Hall of Fame
The Pro Football Hall of Fame is a nonprofit institution located in Canton, Ohio. Founded in 1963, the organization maintains a museum that preserves the history of professional football. It manages hundreds of events annually and oversees the development of a mixed-use campus known as the Hall of Fame Village. The institution employs approximately 210 people.
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