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Teacher History

Newark, NJ · On-site

Salary: Teacher History MISSION: The mission of Marion P. Thomas Charter School is to build ... Using digital technology to improve learning and keep accurate student records. * Constantly ...

MPTCS

Teacher History

Newark, NJ

$65K - $93K/yr

Teacher History MISSION: The mission of Marion P. Thomas Charter School is to build culturally rich ... Using digital technology to improve learning and keep accurate student records. * Constantly ...

MPTCS

Teacher History

Newark, NJ · On-site

$65K - $93K/yr

Teacher History MISSION: The mission of Marion P. Thomas Charter School is to build culturally rich ... Using digital technology to improve learning and keep accurate student records. * Constantly ...

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How much do digital history jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for digital history in the United States is $76,639.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $130,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Digital History position, and why are they important?

To excel in Digital History, you generally need expertise in historical research, digital archiving, and data analysis, often supported by a degree in history, digital humanities, or a related field. Familiarity with databases, content management systems, GIS mapping, and software like Omeka or Tableau is frequently required. Strong communication, project management, and collaboration skills set professionals apart in multidisciplinary environments. These competencies ensure the effective preservation, interpretation, and sharing of historical data through digital platforms.

What are some typical daily tasks for someone working in Digital History?

A professional in Digital History might spend their days digitizing archival materials, curating online exhibitions, managing digital databases, or conducting research using digital tools. Collaboration with archivists, IT specialists, and educators is often essential to develop accessible and engaging public history projects. Additionally, responsibilities can include analyzing historical data sets, designing interactive visualizations, or maintaining and updating digital collections. These varied tasks provide opportunities to engage with both traditional historical work and innovative digital methodologies.

What is a Digital History job?

A Digital History job involves using digital tools and technologies to research, analyze, teach, and present historical information. Professionals in this field work with databases, GIS mapping, digital archives, and interactive media to make history more accessible and engaging. They may work in academia, museums, libraries, or cultural institutions, often focusing on digital preservation, historical visualization, or public history projects. This role blends traditional historical research with modern digital methodologies to enhance how history is studied and shared.

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Infographic showing various Digital History job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,639 per year, or $36.8 per hour.
Intern - MN Queer History StoryMap

Intern - MN Queer History StoryMap

Minnesota Historical Society

Saint Paul, MN • On-site

$16.50/hr

Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Internship

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

TITLE: Intern - MN Queer History StoryMap Intern


LOCATION: History Center - 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102

COMPENSATION: Typical starting salary $16.50 hourly


HOURS: This is a part-time, temporary position from approximately September 14, 2026 to December 20, 2026. A part-time intern must be available to work 15 hours per week. This position offers a flexible work schedule, coordinated with the intern’s school schedule and operational needs. Preferred working hours are 3-5 hour shifts M-F between 9-5.


POSTING DATE: June 26, 2026


DEADLINE DATE: July 14, 2026


SEMINAR EVENTS: Interns are required to participate in three, in-person seminars focused on professional development, learning how cultural organizations operate, and building a network of industry professionals. At the end of the semester, interns complete a final presentation to share their work.


Please ensure you are available for these dates when applying:

  • Thursday, September 24 from 11:30am-1:00pm

  • Thursday, October 15

  • Thursday, November 12 from 2:00pm-4:00pm

  • Final Presentations: Thursday, December 17 from 11:00am-1:00pm


TO APPLY: Interested applicants must apply online at the Minnesota Historical Society’s career center at www.mnhs.org/jobs and include a cover letter, resume, and any required additional materials by the application deadline date.



DESCRIPTION: We are seeking an intern to support establishing and nurturing trusting, mutually beneficial relationships with LGBTQIA+ communities across the state. We believe that community members are the leaders and producers and owners of their stories and their resources. Community engagement is building relationships in a way that honors that authorship, leadership, and ownership. This internship will focus primarily on supporting the MN Queer History Digital History Map expansion project and events related to the projec


RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Create strategies for increasing community participation in the MN Queer History Digital History Map expansion project and reach out to potential community partners in Greater MN, with a primary focus on communities whose histories are currently underrepresented in the map, including rural people of color, transgender community members and people with disabilities; 2) Research and develop new site content for the project; review site suggestions collected through our online form on a rolling basis; 3) Support with event planning and day-of event needs; 4) Meet with MNHS staff and attend department meetings as needed



QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student, or have graduated within the past 12 months at the time of application.

  • Ideal candidates might be currently pursuing, or a graduate with a degree in the following areas: History, Cultural Studies and Comparative Literature, Anthropology, Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia, Sociology, Ethnic Studies

  • Experience and/or training in research technique and best practices, and is comfortable working with primary sources.

  • Experience with digital storytelling is preferred, though not required.

  • Experience with ArcGIS StoryMaps is preferred, though not required.

  • Experience with community engagement and public participation projects.

  • Ability to work occasional weekends.


Should you have questions with the application process, email internships@mnhs.org or call 651-259-3191.


At MNHS, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on diversity for the benefit of our employees, interns, volunteers, our products and services, and our community. The Minnesota Historical Society believes that an inclusive culture among our team members is critical to our success as a historical society and museum, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The Minnesota Historical Society is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and employer.