2023 SUMMER & FALL INTERNSHIPS
The Moon-Randolph Homestead seeks interns to provide support for the continued interpretation and preservation of the Moon-Randolph Homestead Historic District. This position will be exposed to the many facets of a community-based historic preservation program; interpretation, handling artifacts, and tour leading.
Interns 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
Interns will work with Resident Caretakers to select (1-3) seasonally relevant projects to help fulfill the vision of the Strategic Plan. Caretakers will ensure that all projects have necessary structure, while allowing for the intern to explore their own interests and creativity. Some options include:
o Curate one room in Randolph House
o Carry out oral history project
o Develop story map for website with assistance from City Historic Preservation Officer
o Coordinate Homestead Heritage Orchard apple harvest (August and September)
o Mend and reinforce fences and gates
o Other project ideas/proposals will be considered as well
Assist the Moon-Randolph Caretakers in leading community tours (2-4/month)
ANCILLARY DUTIES
Attend Homestead Steering Committee meetings and other meetings (Historic Preservation Commission and Fall Gathering Planning Committee), as desired
Assist with fundraising and volunteer events, as desired
Assist with historic fruit orchard, gardening, and livestock, as desired
QUALIFICATIONS
Currently enrolled in, or having recently graduated from a university program.
Academic emphasis in historic preservation, history, architectural history, archeology, anthropology, geography, environmental studies, or a closely related field is preferred, but not required.
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
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
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 in pay 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.
The internship may also be completed for up to three academic credits through the University of Montana (UM)--although early election into this process is necessary. UM minimum: 1 credit/45 hours; 2 credits/90 hours; 3 credits/135 hours.
SUMMER SERVICE DATES: Mid-May – Mid-August (some flexibility to accommodate college/work/vacation schedules and hours per week)
FALL SERVICE DATES: August – Late October (some flexibility to accommodate college/work/vacation 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 MARCH 15, 2023
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.