2023 SPRING INTERN POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Moon-Randolph Homestead seeks one curatorial intern to provide support for the continued interpretation, preservation and outreach for the Moon-Randolph Homestead Historic District. This position will be exposed to the many facets of a community-based historic preservation program; creating and installing a digital interpretive map of the site, handling artifacts, outreach, and possibly, tour leading.
The intern will work in a collaborative setting through a partnership consisting of municipal agencies, Missoula City Parks & Recreation – Conservation Lands Management, City Planning - Historic Preservation Office, and the NMCDC, a nonprofit devoted to community development, and will work with an enthusiastic staff of preservation and conservation professionals.
PRIMARY DUTIES
Research, design, and implement a digital mapping project for the Moon-Randolph Homestead website
Aid in organizing and handling historic material and artifacts
Assist the Moon-Randolph Caretakers in leading community tours, as is necessary
ANCILLARY DUTIES
Attend Homestead Steering Committee meetings, and other meetings as appropriate
Assist with fundraising and volunteer events, as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
Currently enrolled in, or having recently graduated from a university program with an emphasis in historic preservation, history, architectural history, archeology, anthropology or a closely related field
Experience in curation, archiving, handling of artifacts and delicate documents, interpretation or museum studies
Experience in curating digital history projects preferred, but not required
Workspace/computer access or ability to coordinate shared office time with the City of Missoula Historic Preservation Officer
Self-starter with a demonstrated willingness to take initiative and follow-through
Strong writing skills and ability to interpret historic meaning and relevancy to the public
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, the ability to work independently, participate successfully as a member of team-based environment, work with and educate the public
Applicant should be comfortable working in a rural and natural setting, and must have the ability to perform some physical labor and hike up and down hills, up and down steps, and on uneven terrain as needed
Some familiarity of western settlement, vernacular architecture and historic preservation process is preferred but not required
SUPERVISION: Position reports to the Caretakers who live on-site.
COMPENSATION
This is an unpaid internship where interns can gain meaningful, hands-on experience in the fields of history, anthropology, and geography.
If selected, applicants who are also University of Montana students pursuing a Public History Certificate, History Major, or History Minor will earn $400 per credit hour for this position up to $1,200 for 3 credits.
University of Montana students pursuing any major or degree are also encouraged to apply to the Experiential Learning Scholarship Fund to support their internship, up to $2,000. This funding involves a separate application process. Applications for spring semester are due Feb 7th.
The internship may also be completed for academic credit through the University of Montana (UM) although early election into this process is necessary.
SERVICE DATES: Feb 1, 2023 – May 2023 (some flexibility to accommodate college schedules and hours per week)
HOW TO APPLY: Email a cover letter, resume, contact information for two professional or academic references, as well as any questions to Elizabeth Johnson at JohnsonE@ci.missoula.mt.us. Please explain your interest in the position, describe your educational background and work history, and discuss your qualifications for this internship. Please also let us know if you are interested in earning academic credit for this internship through UM.
APPLY BY DECEMBER 1, 2022
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The Moon Randolph Homestead is an equal opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate based upon race, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin (ancestry), military status, religion, family status, or disability. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees, interns, volunteers, visitors, students, and user groups.