Museum Internships

The Greensboro History Museum in North Carolina is pleased to announce four paid internship opportunities for summer 2025 funded through the B. Craighead Davidson Endowment. Internships are open to undergraduate or graduate students with a demonstrated interest in a museum, library or archives career and will offer valuable professional experience at a Smithsonian Affiliate and American Alliance of Museums–accredited institution. 

These internships offer a $2,500 stipend for a minimum of 160 hours of work. Internship hours may be worked mid-May to mid-August (unless otherwise noted) typically over 6–8 weeks, with the actual schedule determined after selection with your internship coordinator. 

To apply, please submit the online form at https://greensborohistory.org/internships. 

You will need to attach the following three documents: 

1. A personal statement indicating the internship for which you are applying, a description of your career plans and related experience, your reasons for seeking the internship, and how your efforts might benefit the Greensboro History Museum.

 2. A resume with contact information for two academic or work references. 

3. Your academic transcript (unofficial accepted). 

The application deadline is Sunday, February 16, 2025.

 For questions, e-mail ghmeducation@greensboro-nc.gov

ARCHIVES 

Learn and apply archival theory and practice to rehouse, organize and describe a large collection of photographs and negatives. Working under the direction of the Archivist, the intern will also learn how to scan images of various sizes and formats, and produce MODS metadata to be incorporated in UNCG’s Gateway platform. Historical research about some photographs and subjects may be necessary. 

Applicants must have experience doing historical research, including using primary sources. Strong writing and computer skills and work habits that demonstrate attention to detail are essential. Coursework in archival theory and management a plus. This internship takes place on site in the Museum Archives and is available mid-May, with a flexible weekday schedule.

COLLECTIONS  

Learn and apply best practices in collections and exhibit development by working with the Curator of Collections to perform a collections inventory, conduct historical research, and develop an exhibition rotation. Interns will inventory and catalogue the large militaria collection, conduct historical and records research, and lay out a gallery update for the Service and Sacrifice gallery in the museum’s permanent Voices of a City exhibition.  

Applicants should have a focus in history, libraries, museums, or a related field. Object handling experience and knowledge of military and conflict history a plus. The candidate should be detail-oriented and thorough, and value accuracy over speed. This internship requires the ability to stand and occasionally lift heavy objects, as well as handling objects of a military nature. This internship takes place on site at the museum and is available beginning in late May with a flexible weekday schedule. 

PUBLIC PROGRAMS AND DIGITAL HISTORY 

Learn and apply best professional practice for community engagement and digital history. Working under the direction of the Curator of Community History and Public Programs Coordinator, the intern will assist in program planning, research, design and implementation of the 2025 Juneteenth Bike Tour, including creating a digital interpretive map. Additional responsibilities will include supporting other public programming, digital assets, and promotion of Greensboro history in the community and on social media. 

Successful applicants should be students with demonstrated skills in historical research, project organization, writing, social media, and creative thinking. Working knowledge of how digital history technology such as Clio or KnightLab story maps and/or experience with program planning and delivery are a plus. This internship is available beginning mid-May, with a flexible schedule. 

EDUCATION 

Learn and apply pedagogical theory and curriculum development. Working under the direction of the Curator of Education, the intern will support the museum’s outreach to educators in Guilford County and beyond. Projects may include researching supporting materials for the museum’s professional development for secondary social studies instructors and classrooms, updating in-person and virtual museum tours or assisting with production of other audiovisual resources for learners. 

Applicants should have knowledge of curriculum development and North Carolina learning standards for social studies, a strong background in U.S. history, strong interpersonal skills, willingness to learn classroom management, and the ability to work in a high-energy environment that prioritizes teamwork, creativity and intellectual curiosity. Experience with media development and editing a plus. This internship is available beginning mid-May; flexible weekday schedule, with some weekend hours possible. 

About the Museum 

The Greensboro History Museum, an AAM-accredited Smithsonian Affiliate, is a division of the City of Greensboro Library Department and operates as a public-private partnership with the nonprofit GHM Inc. In partnership with the community, the Greensboro History Museum collects the city's diverse history and connects people to that history and one another through engaging exhibits, educational programs and community dialogue. 

About the B. Craighead Davidson Endowment 

Davidson internships are funded through a generous bequest from the estate of Alice Abel to honor her father, B. Craighead Davidson. Since 2002, this endowment has allowed the museum to offer stipends to students interested in museum, public history, library or archives careers.