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Exalt Youth

Internship Coordinator

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$65K/yr

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Sustain and strengthen current internship relationships to strengthen exalt's historical internship partner pool. * Conduct frequent outreach via phone, email, and in-person visits to NYC businesses ...

Exalt

Internship Coordinator

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$65K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Sustain and strengthen current internship relationships to strengthen exalt's historical internship partner pool. * Conduct frequent outreach via phone, email, and in-person visits to NYC businesses ...

Shaker Village

Oral History Intern

Harrodsburg, KY · On-site

$1.5K/wk

Oral History Intern (fall 2026) Status: Full-time (40 hours/week) for 10 weeks To Apply ... This internship is a career development opportunity designed to give college students or recent ...

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How much do history internships jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average weekly pay for history internships in the United States is $366.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $336.54 and $394.23 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a history internship?

To thrive in a History Internship, candidates typically need a solid foundation in research methods, critical thinking, and written communication, often supported by coursework in history or related fields. Familiarity with archive management systems, digital research databases, and citation tools like Zotero or EndNote is often required. Attention to detail, initiative, and the ability to work collaboratively are valuable soft skills in this setting. These abilities are crucial as they ensure accurate handling of historical information, successful project completion, and effective teamwork within museums, academic institutions, or research organizations.

What is a history internship?

A History Internship is a temporary position that provides hands-on experience in fields related to history, such as research, archiving, museum work, or historical preservation. Interns may work with historical documents, assist with curating exhibits, or support educational programs. These internships help students and recent graduates gain practical skills, build professional networks, and explore career paths in history-related fields.

What types of projects do history interns typically work on?

History interns commonly assist with research for exhibits, catalog archival materials, support publications or digital history projects, and help with educational programming. Depending on the organization, you might analyze primary sources, write interpretive materials, or contribute to database management. Interns often collaborate closely with historians, archivists, and educators, gaining hands-on experience in both individual and team-oriented tasks. These projects help interns build valuable skills and experience for future career opportunities in the field of history.

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Infographic showing various History Internships job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, and 22% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $19,075 per year, or $9.2 per hour.

Center for Women's History Internship

The New York Historical

New York, NY • On-site

$17/hr

Part-time, Internship

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Description
The Fall 2026 Center for Women's History intern will work collaboratively with the Director, staff, and fellows across our broad range of public history projects, including exhibitions and installations, our blog, research in The Historical's museum and library collections, and our public programs. The intern will gain experience in historical methodologies including primary and secondary source research, writing for various public audiences, and public program planning and implementation. They will also participate in professional development activities with the museum's fall internship cohort.
The Fall 2026 program will run from Monday, October 5, through Friday, December 11, 2026. Interns must be available for events on the following dates: October 5, October 28, November 18, and December 9.
The intern in this position will receive an hourly rate of $17.00 for the part-time, 120-hour program.
Qualifications
Applicants should have a demonstrated background and interest in women's and gender history, a desire to explore public history methodologies, and excellent communication skills.
Application Instructions
To apply, the following must be submitted:
  • A cover letter indicating in which position/department you are interested
  • A resume
  • 5-10 page writing sample*
  • 2 letters of recommendation (one must be from a professor)

*It is important to read the individual job descriptions as some departments require other materials in lieu of the research paper.
Please note: Applications that are not complete and submitted by the appropriate deadline (including two letters of recommendation) will not be accepted. Applicants being considered for the internship will be contacted for an interview.
If you intend to complete the internship that you are applying to for credit, you must submit written confirmation from your college stating that you will receive credit for hours completed upon hiring.

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