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As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for history internships in Virginia is $43,839.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32,579.00 and $48,140.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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 Interns may work with historical documents, assist with curating exhibits, or support educational programs.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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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.

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Infographic showing various History Internships job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, and 28% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $43,839 per year, or $21.1 per hour.

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Colonial Williamsburg Company

Williamsburg, VA • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Colonial Williamsburg rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

19th of 29 rated museums

Job description

Goals

  • To engage the intern in a professional setting and provide him or her with the chance to apply the theoretical learning of the classroom to practical situations, activities and challenges.
  • To create an experience affording the student the opportunity to explore his/her educational and career interests while pursuing useful work for his or her host department.
  • To facilitate the requirements for students and professionals seeking academic credit, fulfilling college or university requirements and educational enrichment.

Expectations

  1. Interns will be required to work 20-40 hours per week for a period of at least six weeks. (Students wishing to work less than 20 hours per week may submit a written request to do so. These requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis. If placed, the relationship of the student to the Foundation will be in a “volunteer” capacity, and referred to as such.)
  2. During the fall or spring semesters, students will be required to work at least 12-15 hours per week in order to fulfill internship requirements. (Note: Students who choose to work less than the required time will be considered “volunteers” and referred to as such.)
  3. Interns will keep a portfolio of their impressions and experiences, such as journals, visual materials and completed projects.
  4. Interns may have the opportunity to participate in:
      • Weekly seminars with Colonial Williamsburg staff members offering the opportunity to learn more about the philosophy, administration, function and diversity of a museum or historical organization.
      • Field trips to different museums and cultural institutions. This fieldwork offers the students a broad, comparable perspective of museum work.
  5. Interns will be expected to research and implement a project as designated by their host department (as a whole or in part). Interns also may be called upon to assist in the day-to-day operations of their host department.
  6. INTERNSHIPS ARE NOT PAID.

    Eligibility:

    A prospective intern must have successfully completed his/her 1st and 2nd years of study in an accredited college or university.  He/she must be enrolled in the 3rd or 4th year of study or in an advanced degree program at an accredited college or university.

    An intern must secure his/her own housing arrangements and is responsible for all transportation and living expenses.

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