18 February 2011

1) Summer Internship Program 2011: Mystic Seaport: The Museum of America and the Sea
Spend your summer on the banks of the beautiful Mystic River as you learn about museums and maritime history. We are seeking a select group of upper-level undergraduates and graduate students who are passionate about history and curious about museum work. See how the academic history you’ve studied is translated into public history at the nation’s fourth largest history museum. One to two days each week will be spent working closely with museum staff on a specific project or research topic. Go behind the scenes at other museums through weekly off-site field trips. A weekly discussion seminar, assigned readings, and presentations by Mystic Seaport leaders will introduce you to museum theory and current best practices. Two days each week (including one weekend day) will be spent interpreting exhibits, bringing what you’ve learned to a broad public audience. College or graduate credit is available through Trinity College or the University of Connecticut. This is a full-time, 10-week internship that pays a small stipend. On-site housing may also be available. Program runs mid-June to late-August. To apply, submit a completed application form, cover letter, and resume (or CV) to the address below. Application form at: www.mysticseaport.org/summerinternship. Priority consideration given to applications submitted by March 1. Applications submitted after that date will be considered as space allows. Phone interviews will be conducted in March with offers made by April 1. Minority applicants are encouraged to apply. Mystic Seaport is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Human Resources Department, ATTN: Internship Program, Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanville Avenue, P.O. Box 6000, Mystic, CT 06355-0990.