Summer 2026- America 250-Ohio Commission Public History Internship

Columbus, NE - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Ohio History Connections mission is to Spark Discovery of Ohios stories.
Embrace the present share the past and transform the future.

Position: Summer 2026- America 250-Ohio Commission Public History Internship

Type: Unpaid Internship or Academic Credit Internship

Schedule: Part-time unpaid thirteen-week position starting on Monday May 11- Friday August 7 2026.

Notes on Schedule: Must be available weekdays for a minimum of 10 hours per week or minimum requirement for academic credit according to university guidelines

Location: Hybrid (Offices in Columbus events statewide)

Reports to: Theme Months Project Coordinator

Application Period: Applications will be accepted until March 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 Ohios stories. Chartered in 1885 the OHC carries out history services for Ohio and its citizens focused on preserving and sharing the states 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 Ohio Commission for the U.S. Semiquincentennial (also referred to as America250-Ohio) was formed through OH. Rev. Code 149.309 and announced on March 1 2022 on Ohios Statehood Day by Governor Mike DeWine. America250-Ohio is charged with leading Ohios celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States in 2026.

We are seeking an aspiring historian or public historian to play a significant role in our summer 2026 efforts to help Ohioans engage with the rich history and heritage of our state in alignment with America 250-Ohios 12 Monthly Themes. The America 250-Ohio Public History Intern will support these storytelling efforts by writing blog posts historic site reviews and video scripts for a general readership.

Essential Functions

Support team to help plan execute and promote storytelling efforts
Compose blog posts historic site reviews and video scripts to highlight different aspects of Ohios history for a general audience
Prepare shorter snippets of longer-form written content for web and social media distribution
Assist in preparing video scripts for special projects at historic sites museums archives etc.
Contribute to creative historical storytelling for a general audience

Required Education Skills Experience:

Must be enrolled in an academic program OR a recent graduate from an academic program (within one year)
Majors in History Public History English or related field
Experience with content creation is 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
Demonstrates an ability to meet deadlines and strong attention to detail
Demonstrates an ability to share historical content with a general readership through writing

Other Requirements:

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

Education and Experience Outcomes:

Public-facing writing and storytelling experience
Experience supporting public history projects/initiatives
Understanding of a variety of target audiences
Opportunity to develop writing skills and public history experience with wide distribution
Team collaboration and networking skills

Application Instructions

To apply visit www/ and use the Applicant Tracking System to apply. Include resume cover letter and applicable application materials. For questions and accommodations email or call

Required Experience:

Intern

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