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US Department of the Air Force

$49K/yr

Interns receive formal, informal, and/or on-the-job training in the discipline and assignments.Qualifications:Any individual who completed all requirements for a bachelor, master, professional, or ...

Colonial Williamsburg

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Williamsburg, VA · On-site

$51K - $76K/yr

Serves as a staff liaison to and supervises the work done on projects by research assistants, associates, fellows, interns and volunteers, ensuring that the work meets Foundation and professional ...

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How much do historian internship jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for historian internship in the United States is $22.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $25.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Historian Internship?

A Historian Internship is a temporary position designed to provide students or recent graduates with hands-on experience in historical research, archiving, preservation, and related activities. Interns typically work under the supervision of professional historians in museums, archives, libraries, or academic settings. The internship may involve tasks such as conducting research, cataloging historical documents, assisting with exhibitions, and supporting educational programs. This experience helps interns develop practical skills, build professional networks, and gain insight into career opportunities in the field of history.

What types of projects and daily tasks can I expect during a Historian Internship?

As a Historian Intern, you can expect to assist with research projects, archival work, and the preparation of historical reports or exhibits. Your daily tasks may include analyzing primary sources, cataloging artifacts or documents, and supporting senior historians with data entry or literature reviews. Collaboration is common; you'll often work alongside archivists, curators, and other interns, gaining valuable experience in both independent and team-based environments. This internship provides a solid foundation for understanding the practical aspects of historical research and museum work.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Historian Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Historian Intern, you need a strong background in historical research, analytical writing, and a relevant academic pursuit in history or related fields. Familiarity with research databases, archives, citation management tools, and sometimes digital humanities software is often expected. Attention to detail, curiosity, and effective communication skills help interns excel in both independent and collaborative projects. These skills are essential for accurately interpreting historical data, producing quality research, and contributing meaningfully to projects or publications.

What is the difference between Historian Internship vs Archivist Internship?

AspectHistorian InternshipArchivist Internship
Required CredentialsHistory degree or related fieldLibrary or archival science background
Work EnvironmentResearch settings, museums, universitiesArchives, libraries, museums
Industry UsageHistorical research, education, museumsPreserving and organizing records
Common Search IntentHistorical research, education rolesRecord management, preservation

While both internships involve working with historical materials, a Historian Internship focuses on research, analysis, and interpretation of historical data, often in educational or museum settings. An Archivist Internship emphasizes organizing, preserving, and managing historical records and documents. The choice depends on whether you prefer research and interpretation or record preservation and management.

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Infographic showing various Historian Internship job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Internship, 4% As Needed, 22% Full Time, 1% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 91% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,592 per year, or $22.4 per hour.

Public Historian - T. Paine (79904)

IONA UNIVERSITY

New Rochelle, NY

Full-time

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The National Council on Public History (NCPH) defines the work of public historians as “the many and diverse ways in which history is put to work in the world…it is history that is applied to real-world issues.” Drawing on this mission, the Public Historian plays a vital role at the ITPS (Institute for Thomas Paine Studies) as an educator, community liaison, program developer, and public scholar. The Public Historian’s efforts center around three primary initiatives: the expansion of student-learning and research opportunities; maintaining and growing relationships within and outside of the university community, especially with interested partners at historic sites, museums, libraries, and archives; and creating engaging scholarly and public-facing programming. The Public Historian reports to the ITPS Director and works with colleagues at the ITPS, the Provost Office, History Department, Ryan Library, community partners, and across the university. Experience with digital public history is especially welcomed. The Public Historian should hold either a MA in Public History (or related degree) or a Ph.D. in American History, with expertise in eighteenth and/or nineteenth-century history, and a year+ of related public history experience.

1.    Curriculum and Student Engagement, including: manage and grow the ITPS public and digital history internship program; teach the introductory course in the ITPS minor in Digital Humanities and Public History (DH210); develop and support student-research and pre-professional opportunities at the ITPS. 

2.    Community Liaison and Programming Development, including: coordinate existing and develop field partnerships for the internship program as well as other collaborations with other organizations (for example, archives, libraries, museums, heritage sites and educational institutions); work with the ITPS director on organizing public-facing and academic programming (for example, conferences, workshops, lectures, author talks); work on related digital programming (for example, the ITPS research portal, podcast, newsletter, blog).

3.    Archival and Scholarly-Related Activity, including: pursue publication in peer-reviewed and popular media formats in collaboration with the ITPS and individually; work with the digital liaison and library colleagues to support initiatives around the Paine archival collections; work  on scholarly programming and partnerships at the ITPS (for example, fellowship, press collaborations). 

4.    Collaboration on ITPS grant-related and civic initiatives, as they arise, including: work with the ITPS team, the Provost Office, and the Grants Office, as well as other interested partners, on public and private grant applications and/or other opportunities around the university; prepare relevant materials to this process for interested donors, organizations; and other related activities, as they arise. 

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

About Iona/EEO Statement:

Founded in 1940, Iona University is a private, Catholic, coeducational institution of learning in the tradition of the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers. Iona is a growing, highly accredited institution located just 20 miles north of Midtown Manhattan, with campuses in New Rochelle, Bronxville, and a new location in County Mayo, Ireland. With over 4,000 students, Iona offers small classes, engaged faculty, and a wide range of programs across the School of Arts & Science, the LaPenta School of Business (AACSBaccredited), the NewYorkPresbyterian Iona School of Nursing & Health Sciences, and the Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation.

Recognized by The Princeton Review, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and U.S. News & World Report, Iona is nationally ranked for academic quality, social mobility, and longterm return on investment. The University’s continued growth and rising reputation reflect its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, service, and opportunity.

Iona University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees and applicants for employment. Iona is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered free from discrimination based on any legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Iona University encourages applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds. 

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