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University of South Florida (USF) - Mellon Humanities Internship Program

Mellon Humanities Internship Program
Title: Sulfer Springs Museum - Research Analyst 
Internship Site: 1101 E River Cove St, Tampa, FL 33604
Field: Historical Research/Museum Curation
Total Internship Hours: 50
Location: Onsite – Tampa, FL

MHI Compensation: This position is eligible for the MHI $1000 Scholarship. Students who receive an offer for this position will be required to enroll in the Mellon Humanities Internship course to receive the $1000 scholarship disbursement. As referenced in the Student Interest Form that you filled out to sign up for participation in MHI, this scholarship can impact, or be impacted by, other financial aid you receive. 

If an internship requires out of pocket costs, students may apply for reimbursement for expenses including background checks, qualifying travel, or equipment. All applications will be reviewed and processed for eligibility. Please contact your departments internship coordinator for more details.

The $1000 scholarship offered for this position is intended to provide financial assistance for the pursuit of your education; it is not compensation for the performance of any services and does not create an employment relationship between the you and the Site.

This position is an experiential learning opportunity and receipt of the scholarship is tied to an academic course (IDS 3947). If you do not complete your registration for the course in a timely manner, your internship offer may be withdrawn, and your department’s Internship Coordinator may notify the host organization that the position has reopened.

Job Description:                                                                                                      

Gain hands-on experience preserving and managing historical materials in a community-based museum setting. Interns will assist with key collections tasks such as:

  • Scanning and digitizing photographs and documents
  • Cataloging and inventorying items
  • Rehousing fragile or at-risk materials
  • Organizing records and archival content for accessibility

Interns will work with professional collection management tools, including PastPerfect Museum Software and Microsoft Excel, to support data entry, metadata creation, and archival organization. You’ll also gain exposure to digital preservation practices and the proper handling and care of historical materials.

This internship is ideal for students pursuing studies in history, library and information science, museum studies, or cultural heritage who are seeking practical experience in a professional archive and museum.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Basic computer proficiency, including familiarity with Microsoft Excel
  • Interest in archival work, museums, or cultural preservation
  • Ability to follow instructions and handle delicate materials with care
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work independently or as part of a team

Preferred but not required:

  • Experience with PastPerfect or other museum/archives software
  • Coursework or prior experience in archives, cataloging, or digital preservation