TITLE: Intern- Northern Lights eBook
LOCATION: History Center - 345 W Kellogg Blvd. St. Paul MN 55102
COMPENSATION: $16.50 hourly
HOURS: This is a part-time temporary position from approximately June 8 2026 to December 31 2026. A part-time intern must be available to work 15 hours per week. This position offers a flexible work schedule between M-F coordinated with the interns schedule and operational needs.
POSTING DATE: March 2 2026
DEADLINE DATE: March 23 2026
SEMINAR EVENTS: Interns are required to participate in three in-person seminars focused on professional development learning how cultural organizations operate and building a network of industry professionals. At the end of the semester interns complete a final presentation to share their work.
Please ensure you are available for these dates when applying:
Thursday June 18 from 11:30am-1:00pm
Thursday July 21 from 1:00-3:00pm
Thursday August 13 from 3:30-5:30pm
Final Presentations: Thursday August 27 from 11:00am-1:00pm
TO APPLY: Interested applicants must apply online at the Minnesota Historical Societys career center at include a cover letter resume and any required additional materials by the application deadline date.
DESCRIPTION: TheNorthern LightseBook will be introducing its 3rd edition in summer of 2026. The intern will assist in coordinating with eBook vendor and the sales team at MNHS to help with distributing the new eBook.
RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Manage digital licenses for districts subscribing to the Northern Lights eBook; 2) Coordinate with the sales team to ensure access for teachers and students; 3) Participate as needed in meetings related to theNorthern Lightsrevision; 4) Support communication and project management with stakeholders internal and external partners; 5) Assist in troubleshooting eBook issues.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student or have graduated within the past 12 months at the time of application.
Ideal candidates might be currently pursuing or have graduated with a degree in the following areas: Education History Computer Science Data Science Information Technology Learning Technologies
Knowledge of digital publishing or digital curriculum
Knowledge of a variety of computer programs
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Strong ability to organize information
Detail-oriented thorough and able to meet deadlines
Related skills in any of the following: data management technology applications social studies content knowledge/experience teaching experience (especially middle school) experience using theNorthern Lightscurriculum
Should you have questions with the application process email or call .
At MNHS we dont just accept difference we celebrate it we support it and we thrive on diversity for the benefit of our employees interns volunteers our products and services and our community. The Minnesota Historical Society believes that an inclusive culture among our team members is critical to our success as a historical society and museum and we seek to recruit develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The Minnesota Historical Society is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and employer.
Required Experience:
Intern