[History Major Announcement] Fwd: Spring 2016 Internship Possibilities at the Seward House Museum

[Sherri Cash]

Exciting internship opportunity below (credit in spring; pay in summer)...


Sherri Goldstein Cash, Ph.D.
Chair, Department of History
Chair, International Studies
Associate Professor of History
School of Arts and Sciences
Utica College

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From: Education Director <education at sewardhouse.org>
Date: Tue, Nov 17, 2015 at 1:40 PM
Subject: Spring 2016 Internship Possibilities at the Seward House Museum
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Good Afternoon,



As the fall term nears its conclusion, and as students plan ahead for
possible spring semester internships, I ask that you consider suggesting
the Seward House Museum in Auburn, NY.



The Seward House Museum weaves together a compelling narrative of local,
regional, national, and international scope as it interprets the story of
William Seward and several generations of his family. From beginnings
rooted in Auburn when the home was built in 1816 by Frances Seward’s
father, the museum traces the family’s deep imbrication in state and
national politics, social movements, reform campaigns, and culture. In a
prolific career that spanned nearly half a century, William Seward
ultimately achieved his highest distinction as a leading member of the
Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson administrations. Presiding over the
State Department during the Civil War and Reconstruction, Seward shaped
anti-slavery policy, helped secure a Union victory, and spearheaded the
1867 acquisition of the Alaskan territories. Throughout the decades, Seward
continually returned to his stately home in Auburn, now a repository of
original artifacts and fascinating stories.


We are currently seeking interns for the spring semester, to begin in
January and conclude in May. While this internship is not paid, academic
credit may be arranged, and several paid internship positions will be open
for students who are available in the summer.


*Position Summary*


The Seward House Museum seeks dynamic interns with a passion for history to
participate in our competitive summer internship program. Primary duties
will be:  conducting guided tours of the Museum to visitors for a range of
audiences, assisting in greeting visitors, answering phones, managing sales
in the gift shop, and completing a special project within a museum
department. Through the internship program, interns receive training in
historic interpretation, networking opportunities with other anchor
institutions in the Central New York area, coaching for future interviews,
and resume workshops. Interns may choose to tailor their internship based
on their specific interests: historical interpretation, educational
outreach, curation, development, facilities maintenance, and administration.


*Job Responsibilities*

·         Leading interpretive tours of the museum’s historic interior.

·         Initiating and conducing sales transactions in the Museum’s Gift
Shop on Point of Sale System software.

·         Assisting with the cleaning of exhibit and public spaces

·         Acting as a regional ambassador by promoting additional tourism
destinations in the Auburn area and providing information and directions
etc.

·         Providing logistical support for museum events.

·         Aiding in installation, de-installation, and proper care of
exhibited artifacts.

·         Performing general administrative and other duties as required.

·         Completing of a special project that supports museum operations
in educational programing, curriculum development, fundraising, marketing,
visitor services, and facilities management.

·         Demonstrating a mature, flexible attitude towards problem solving
and working collaboratively with fellow interns, staff and volunteers.


*Qualifications:*

Interns must have very strong verbal communication and interpersonal
skills. They must be able to retain historical facts, dates and anecdotes
and relate that information to visitors in an engaging, and informative
way. Computer proficiency and experience required. Must be able to lift
25-50 lbs. walk, stoop, stand for extended periods at a time and climb
stairs.  Fluency in foreign languages a plus.



Funding is available for 3 part time internship appointments during the
summer. Volunteer interns are also needed through the academic year.
College students working on degrees in History, Museum Studies, Art
History, or a related field will be given preference for internship
positions.


Send cover letter, resume, and 3 references to: education at sewardhouse.org.
No phone calls, please.



Best regards,



Jeffrey Ludwig, PhD



Director of Education

Seward House Museum, Auburn, NY


*Jeff Ludwig*
*Director of Education*
Seward House Museum
(315) 252-1283
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