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CHM Volunteer

Chicago, IL · On-site

The Chicago History Museum accepts volunteer applications on an ongoing basis. The volunteer office contacts top volunteer applicants as positions become available. Volunteer positions are typically ...

Birmingham, MI

Museum Assistant

Birmingham, MI · On-site

Under the general direction of the Museum Director, the Museum Assistant works 20 hours a week and ... Possess a genuine interest in human culture, public history, antiques, artifacts and engaging with ...

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What is the difference between Director Chicago History Museum vs Curator Chicago History Museum?

AspectDirector Chicago History MuseumCurator Chicago History Museum
CredentialsTypically requires advanced degrees in history, museum studies, or related fields, along with leadership experienceUsually holds a master's degree in history, museum studies, or related disciplines, with specialized curatorial expertise
Work EnvironmentOversees entire museum operations, staff management, strategic planningFocuses on collection management, research, exhibit development
Employer & Industry UsageBoth roles are employed by museums, with the director leading overall operations and curators managing collections

The Director Chicago History Museum is responsible for overall leadership and strategic direction, while the Curator Chicago History Museum specializes in collections and research. Both roles require relevant education and experience, but differ in scope and responsibilities.

How to get a job as a museum director?

To become a museum director, candidates typically need a master's or doctoral degree in museum studies, history, or a related field, along with extensive experience in museum management, curation, or education. Strong leadership, fundraising skills, and knowledge of museum operations are essential, and many directors have a background in administration or nonprofit management.

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CHM Volunteer

Chicago History Museum

Chicago, IL • On-site

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The Chicago History Museum accepts volunteer applications on an ongoing basis. The volunteer office contacts top volunteer applicants as positions become available.

Volunteer positions are typically available for applicants that are college-age and up. (Occasionally projects and opportunities arise where applications are accepted from high school age applicants.)

If you are interested in volunteering at the Chicago History Museum, please fill out and submit the volunteer application below.

Applicants should indicate if their interests are primarily in volunteer activities that include interacting and engaging with museum visitors, or behind-the-scenes activity. Note: The museum's greatest need for volunteers is with museum visitors (daily museum visitors, and program attendees); while behind-the-scenes opportunities arise, they are fewer than visitor-facing volunteer opportunities.

After you complete and submit the volunteer application, the volunteer office will keep your application on file for at least 6 months.

If a position that matches your application becomes available, you will be contacted about next steps--which would likely include an interview, and contacting of your references.


If the museum is actively recruiting for a particular position(s), they will be listed or attached below, and you will be prompted to indicate if you are interested in one of the current opportunities. If no current opportunities are listed, we will keep your application on file, and contact you if an opportunity that matches your interests and skills becomes available.

Note: All volunteer applicants who are considered for placement must submit to a background screening.


Time Commitment - In light of the placement process, time spent on volunteer orientation and training, most CHM volunteer positions require 6 months to a year commitment, at least. The Chicago History Museum is busiest during holiday vacations and commemorative holidays : holidays -facing volunteers should be readily available to volunteer on busy days. Spring is the busiest season for student field trips, so volunteers who engage with students and teachers visiting on field trips should be readily and even extra available during the spring season.


Weekday or weekend? Day or evening? Visitor-facing opportunities are available during weekdays and weekends--hours occurring mostly during the daytime. However, volunteers who help with public and member programs will have opportunities that occur in the evenings.


How many days per week? How long is a shift?Most CHM volunteers commit to about 1 shift per week. A shift is typically 3 - 4 hours. For example, volunteer gallery interpreters (docents), are at the museum on average 1 day a week, for about 3 hours. (Accomodations can be made when volunteers take vacations, or need time off for a personal matter.)

Additional questions may be addressed within any posted volunteer opportunity description, and/or during an interview to determine placement.

Meanwhile, thank you for your interest in volunteering and support of the Chicago History Museum.