Historical Intern

February 13, 2026
$18 / hour

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Job Description

Historical Intern (Summer 2024)

The City of Coral Springs is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Historical Intern to join our team for the Summer 2024 season. This exciting opportunity offers hands-on experience in preserving, organizing, and digitizing the city’s rich historical collection, contributing to both physical exhibits and a growing online digital archive. The intern will work under supervision, gaining valuable skills in historical research, archival management, and community engagement within a local government context.

Compensation:

  • Undergraduate College Students: $15.00/hour
  • Graduate Students: $18.00/hour

Internship Duration:

  • Planned to run from June 8th to July 31st, 2024.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Organize, catalog, and digitize historical documents and artifacts.
  • Assist with scanning, digital object photography, and uploading items to the city’s online digital archive.
  • Conduct research and prepare historical content for exhibits, publications, and community programs.
  • Support the development of creative and interactive exhibits for the Museum of Coral Springs History.
  • Collaborate with the Historical Advisory Committee.
  • Participate in America 250-related activations and celebrations.

Learning Outcomes:

Through this internship, participants will:

  • Develop skills in archival management, historical research, and digital preservation.
  • Gain experience in creating and presenting historical exhibits and content.
  • Enhance communication, organizational, and historical writing skills.
  • Understand the vital role of local government in preserving and sharing community history.

Qualifications:

  • Currently pursuing a Major in History, Library Sciences, or a related field.
  • Working knowledge of databases, grammar, scanning, and digital object photography.
  • Demonstrated experience with historical writing and research.
  • Familiarity with archival software and digital tools, including Adobe Creative Cloud and/or Past Perfect Archival software, is a plus.
  • Possess strong organizational and communication skills.