Education Intern - Spring 2026

Internship Position Description

Updated June 4, 2025

Title:                          Education Intern (Spring 2026)               

Division:                     Education & Engagement

Reports to:                  Director of History Education                                         

Position Status:          Part-time; Non-Exempt

Hourly rate:               $13.00/hour

Whether igniting a passion for the study of the past, empowering an interest in civic engagement, or providing an introduction to the Commonwealth, the Virginia Museum of History & Culture offers meaningful experiences for all. Whatever the role, your work here helps bring Virginia’s story—past, present, and future—to life.

If you are curious, creative, and passionate about preserving and sharing Virginia history, your next chapter starts now!

Position or Project Summary: 

The Virginia Museum of History & Culture (VMHC) seeks a candidate for the position of Education Intern, who has an authentic interest in the mission and work of the VMHC. The Education Intern will assist in all aspects of the education team’s role within the Education & Engagement Division. The primary focus of this internship will be to help with tour groups in The Story of Virginia and Our Commonwealth exhibitions. Additional tasks will include administrative work, assisting with other student and family programming needs, and conducting research for program development.  This position is eligible for university internship credit and is funded at $13.00/hour up to 135 hours. 

Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Leading field trip programming, both in-house and via distance learning.
• Preparing for and assisting with additional public programs (ex: Virginia History Day, Homeschool Open House, First Fridays, Sensory Friendly Events, etc.).
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Necessary: 

• Willingness to work with elementary-aged children.
• Ability to address audiences, stand, and walk for up to two hours.
• Interest in, and willingness to learn, general Virginia history on a variety of topics.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• May be an undergraduate or graduate student. 
• Cover Letter and Resume required. 

The ideal candidate will:

The ideal candidate will have experience working with children, a basic knowledge of Virginia or American history, and a desire to learn more about museum education/public history. In addition, primary availability on weekday mornings is required. 

Note & Special Requirements:

• Experience working with students/children within or outside of a museum/camp experience preferred. 
• Experience analyzing primary source documents preferred.

Application:

• If interested in this job opportunity, please apply and upload your cover letter and resume to https://virginiahistory.isolvedhire.com/jobsearch/?job_board_classification=Job_Opportunities.

Founded in 1831 as the Virginia Historical Society, the VMHC, a private, non-profit organization, is the oldest museum and cultural organization in Virginia, and one of the oldest and most distinguished history organizations in the United States. The museum cares for a renowned collection of more than nine million items representing the far-reaching story of Virginia.

The Virginia Historical Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer.