Intern Archaeology Collections Assistant

TITLE: Intern -Archaeology Collections Assistant Intern

LOCATION: Kellogg Center 328 Kellogg Blvd West St. Paul MN 55102

COMPENSATION: Typical starting salary$16.50 hourly

HOURS: This is a part-time temporary position from approximately September 14 2026 to December 20 2026. A part-time intern must be available to work 12 hours per week. This position offers a flexible work schedule coordinated with the interns school schedule and operational needs. Preferred working hours are shifts scheduled between Monday-Friday 9:00pm - 5:00pm.

POSTING DATE: June 26 2026

DEADLINE DATE: July 14 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 September 24 from 11:30am-1:00pm

• Thursday October 15 from

• Thursday November 12 from 2:00pm-4:00pm

• Final Presentations: Thursday December 17 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.

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE:

• PDF copy of unofficial transcripts.

DESCRIPTION: The intern assists with conducting basic background research on known archaeological sites and inventorying digitizing rehousing of archaeological artifacts in MNHS collections. They will also assist with records transcriptions and artifact photography as well as updating records in the Collections Management System (CMS).

RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Conduct background research on known archaeological sites in Minnesota; 2) Use original documentation to identify artifacts; 3) Assist in artifact analysis; 4) Create bag tags and rehouse artifacts for curation; 5) Understand and maintain organizational structure of collections; 6) Complete records transcriptions and artifact photography; 7) Digitize relevant associated documentation (e.g. site reports field notes); 7) Update records in the Collections Management System (CMS); 8) Conduct research for narrative/content development.

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 a graduate with a degree in the following areas: Anthropology/Archaeology American Indian Studies Museum Studies Public History or related degrees.

• Coursework in archaeology

• Completed a field school in anthropology/archaeology

• Ability to work well independently and in a team setting

• Detail-orientated

• Experience with Microsoft Suite & Google Suite

Should you have questions with the application process email or call .

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