Colonial Williamsburg Foundation ยท 13 hours ago
VOLUNTEER - Interns
Williamsburg, VA
Part-time
Onsite
New GradColonial Williamsburg Foundation is seeking interns to engage in a professional setting and apply theoretical learning to practical situations. The role provides an opportunity for students to explore their educational and career interests while fulfilling internship requirements for academic credit.
Museums and Historical SitesNon ProfitTour Operator
Responsibilities
Interns will be required to work 20-40 hours per week for a period of at least six weeks
During the fall or spring semesters, students will be required to work at least 12-15 hours per week in order to fulfill internship requirements
Interns will keep a portfolio of their impressions and experiences, such as journals, visual materials and completed projects
Interns may have the opportunity to participate in weekly seminars with Colonial Williamsburg staff members offering the opportunity to learn more about the philosophy, administration, function and diversity of a museum or historical organization
Field trips to different museums and cultural institutions will be offered to provide a broad perspective of museum work
Interns will be expected to research and implement a project as designated by their host department
Interns may be called upon to assist in the day-to-day operations of their host department
Qualification
Required
Successfully completed 1st and 2nd years of study in an accredited college or university
Enrolled in the 3rd or 4th year of study or in an advanced degree program at an accredited college or university
Ability to work 20-40 hours per week for a period of at least six weeks
During the fall or spring semesters, ability to work at least 12-15 hours per week
Preferred
Ability to submit a written request to work less than 20 hours per week
Ability to keep a portfolio of impressions and experiences, such as journals, visual materials and completed projects
Participation in weekly seminars with Colonial Williamsburg staff members
Participation in field trips to different museums and cultural institutions
Ability to research and implement a project as designated by their host department
Assistance in the day-to-day operations of their host department
Company
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is an outdoor museum that offers historical and archeological experiences as well as guided tours.
Founded in 1926
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Cliff Fleet
President and CEO
Sani Silvennoinen
Chief Development Officer/Senior Vice President for Development
Recent News
2025-06-21
2025-03-29
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