Fall 2026 History Collections Care and Records Management Internship

 

The Ohio History Connection's mission is to Spark Discovery of Ohio's stories.

Embrace the present, share the past and transform the future.

Position: History Collections Care and Records Management Internship – Curatorial Department & Collections Management Department

Type: Unpaid Internship

Schedule: Part-time, unpaid ten-week position starting on Monday, September 9, 2026, and ending on Friday, December 6, 2026

Notes on Schedule: Must be available weekdays for a minimum of 3 hours per day and a maximum of 8 hours per week. Intern must arrange schedule with supervising curator.

Location: Collections Care Center

Reports to: History Curator & Registrar

Application Period: Applications will be accepted until July 31, 2026. Once the position closes, applications will be reviewed and those candidates best fitting the needs of the position will be contacted for an interview.

About Ohio History Connection:

The Ohio History Connection, formerly the Ohio Historical Society, is a statewide history organization with the mission to spark discovery of Ohio's stories. Chartered in 1885, the OHC carries out history services for Ohio and its citizens focused on preserving and sharing the state's history. This includes housing the state historic preservation office, the official state archives, local history office and managing more than 50 sites and museums across Ohio.

 

Summary:

The intern will perform tasks under the guidance of a History curator to enhance access to and preservation of the collections in storage such as physically moving artifacts in storage to new locations, unpacking collections that have been moved to the CCC, and/or preparing collections for transportation from the Hudson storage facility to the Collections Care Center. The intern will also work under the guidance of the Registrar to scan and upload files for long-term digital storage.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare artifacts for transportation from the Hudson Storage Facility to the CCC.
• Unpack collections that have been moved to CCC and record their new locations.
• Scan hard copy files, upload digital files and organize files according to Collections Management policy.

Required Education, Skills, Experience:

• Must be enrolled in an academic program OR a recent graduate from an academic program (within one year)
• Majors in Museum Studies or related field
• Basic understanding of object handling preferred but not required.

Required Competencies:

• Works well both independently and with and in support of colleagues to complete work.
• Demonstrates a potential to communicate well in written and verbal communications, including informal mediums like email and meetings
• Capable of taking direction and managing time effectively
• Patience and an attention to detail

Other Requirements:

• Must complete a background check and internship onboarding paperwork
• Must create and account and log internships hours via Track It Forward
• Must present at the internship summit
• Must attend professional development opportunities and meetings when requested

Education and Experience Outcomes:

• The intern will gain knowledge of proper storage of various object types
• The intern will understand basic mount fabrication and object handling for various object types
• The intern will learn the importance of tracking objects in storage, as well as the importance of accessibility and how organizational schemes improve access

Application Instructions

To apply, visit www/ohiohistory.org/jobs and use the Applicant Tracking System to apply. Include resume, cover letter, and applicable application materials. For questions and accommodations, email [email protected] or call 614-297-2500.