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Programming Internship- Vincennes State Historic Site

Position Purpose: 

To understand the workings of a visitor heritage attraction site within a working community and 4 additional historic sites, learn all aspects of the site from facilities, interpretation, research and customer relations, and help oversee programming events. 

 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Research for programs
  • Guide tour groups 
  • Provide support for programs 
  • Learn to handle collections 
  • Interact with visitors 

 

Qualifications and Required Skills: 

  • Self-motivated, visitor-centered and organized 
  • Project management and communication skills 
  • Ability to adapt and be flexible in a program 
  • Excellent customer service 
  • Interest in history 

 

Position Shift: 

Intern and internship supervisor will plan schedule upon acceptance of the position. Hours will occur Monday through Friday between 9am and 5pm. Evening and weekend hours dependent on programs/events. Hours per week are negotiable and could range from 5-25 hours per week. This is a non-paid internship. 

 

Benefits: 

  • Free one-year ISMHS membership after completion of 40 service hours 
  • IMAX Theater discounts 
  • Discounts at ISMHS gift shops and restaurant 
  • Recommendation letters from staff and documentation of hours served 
  • Free educational opportunities, and occasional optional day trips 
  • Invitations to members-only events 

 

Start Date: September 2, 2025 (Negotiable) 

End Date: December 5, 2025 (Negotiable)