Assistant Project Manager Intern

Internship Title: Museum & Public History Intern 

Organization: Calumet County Historical Society

Location: Chilton, WI (In-person, remote, or, hybrid options available based on project)

Industry: Museum / Nonprofit

Compensation: Unpaid (Designed for academic credit, portfolio building, and career development)

Build Something Real. Tell Stories That Matter.

This is not a “shadow and observe” internship.

At the Calumet County Historical Society, interns take ownership of real projects that shape how history is preserved and shared with the community. Whether you’re designing exhibits, creating content, or uncovering untold local stories, your work will have a visible and lasting impact.

If you’re looking to graduate with tangible experience—not just a line on your resume—this internship is designed for you.

What You’ll Do

This internship is intentionally flexible and built around your interests and career goals. Interns collaborate with our team to design a customized experience that may include:

• Designing or contributing to museum exhibits (concept to installation)
• Working hands-on with archival materials and historical collections
• Conducting original research on local history topics
• Writing articles, blog posts, or interpretive content for the public
• Creating and managing social media or digital storytelling projects
• Supporting or developing community programs and events

What Makes This Internship Different

Ownership: You won’t just assist—you’ll create, contribute, and leave your mark

Portfolio-Ready Work: Walk away with tangible projects you can showcase to future employers

Custom Experience: We tailor the internship to your academic requirements and career goals

Broad Skill Exposure: Gain experience across research, writing, design, and nonprofit operations

Mentorship: Work directly with a small team and receive individualized guidance

Who Should Apply

We’re looking for curious, motivated students who want to do more than observe.

Great fit for students in:

• History, Public History, or Museum Studies
• Communications, Marketing, or Journalism
• Education
• Art, Graphic Design, or related creative fields

You’ll thrive here if you are:

• Self-directed and comfortable taking initiative
• Creative and interested in storytelling
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Excited about local history, community, or nonprofit work

Internship Details

Schedule: Flexible; aligned with your availability and academic requirements

Duration: Summer, semester-based, or project-based

Hours: Determined collaboratively

Format: In-person preferred; hybrid/remote options available depending on role

How to Apply

Please submit:

Resume

Cover letter (tell us what you’re interested in creating or learning—we actually read these)

Final Note

We are committed to making this a meaningful, hands-on experience—not just a requirement to check off. If you have an idea, interest, or skill you want to explore, we want to help you build it into something real.