Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States · On-site
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 posit…
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Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States · On-site
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 posit…
Skills: Background Research, Artifact Inventorying, Digitization, Artifact Rehousing, Records Transcription
Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States · On-site
TITLE: Intern - Special Collections Library Intern LOCATION: History Center - 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102 COMPENSATION: Typical starting salary $16.50 hourly HOURS: This is a part-time, temporary position fro…
Skills: Research, Customer Service, Attention To Detail, Library Software, Office Software
Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States · On-site
TITLE: Intern - Special Collections Library Intern LOCATION: History Center - 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102 COMPENSATION: Typical starting salary $16.50 hourly HOURS: This is a part-time, temporary position fro…
Skills: Research, Customer Service, Attention To Detail, Library Software, Office Software
Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States · On-site
TITLE: Intern - Volunteer Services Intern LOCATION: History Center - 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102 COMPENSATION: Typical starting salary $16.50 hourly HOURS: This is a part-time, temporary position from approxi…
Skills: Customer Service, Relationship Building, Communication, Organization, Attention To Detail
Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States · On-site
TITLE: Intern - Volunteer Services Intern LOCATION: History Center - 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102 COMPENSATION: Typical starting salary $16.50 hourly HOURS: This is a part-time, temporary position from approxi…
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Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States · On-site
TITLE: Intern - MNHS Press Editorial Intern LOCATION: History Center - 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102 COMPENSATION: Typical starting salary $16.50 hourly HOURS: This is a part-time, temporary position from appro…
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Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States · On-site
TITLE: Intern - MNHS Press Editorial Intern LOCATION: History Center - 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102 COMPENSATION: Typical starting salary $16.50 hourly HOURS: This is a part-time, temporary position from appro…
Skills: Copyediting, Proofreading, Fact-checking, Photo Research, Metadata Writing
Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States · On-site
TITLE: Intern - MNHS Press Design Intern LOCATION: History Center - 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102 COMPENSATION: Typical starting salary $16.50 hourly HOURS: This is a part-time, temporary position from approxim…
Skills: Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Print Production, Digital Marketing, Layout Design
Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States · On-site
TITLE: Intern - MNHS Press Design Intern LOCATION: History Center - 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102 COMPENSATION: Typical starting salary $16.50 hourly HOURS: This is a part-time, temporary position from approxim…
Skills: Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Print Production, Marketing, Editorial Research
Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States · Hybrid
TITLE: Intern - Community Engagement Research & History Sharing Intern LOCATION: History Center - 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102 COMPENSATION: Typical starting salary $16.50 hourly HOURS: This is a part-time, te…
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Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States · Hybrid
TITLE: Intern - Community Engagement Research & History Sharing Intern LOCATION: History Center - 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102 COMPENSATION: Typical starting salary $16.50 hourly HOURS: This is a part-time, te…
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Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States · Hybrid
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JOB TITLE: Digital Administrative Assistant LOCATION: History Center - 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102 COMPENSATION: Typical starting range $19.97 - $24.96 hourly STATUS & HOURS: This is a part-time, temporary po…
Skills: CRM Management, Project Coordination, Data Governance, Data Cleanup, Technical Documentation
Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States · Hybrid
$19/hr–$24/hr
JOB TITLE: Digital Administrative Assistant LOCATION: History Center - 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102 COMPENSATION: Typical starting range $19.97 - $24.96 hourly STATUS & HOURS: This is a part-time, temporary po…
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Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States · Hybrid
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JOB TITLE: Program Associate, Field Trips LOCATION: History Center - 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102 COMPENSATION: Typical starting range $53,414.40 - $57,512.00 annually STATUS & HOURS: This is a full-time, regu…
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Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States · Hybrid
$53k–$58k/yr
JOB TITLE: Program Associate, Field Trips LOCATION: History Center - 345 W Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102 COMPENSATION: Typical starting range $53,414.40 - $57,512.00 annually STATUS & HOURS: This is a full-time, regu…
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Two Harbors, Minnesota, United States · On-site
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Two Harbors, Minnesota, United States · On-site
JOB TITLE: Interpreter I, Split Rock Lighthouse LOCATION: Split Rock Lighthouse, 3713 Split Rock Lighthouse Road, Two Harbors, MN 55616 COMPENSATION: Typical starting rate $19.67 hourly STATUS & HOURS: Part-time regular …
Skills: Oral Communication, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Acting
Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States • On-site
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The intern will conduct background research on archaeological sites and assist with the inventorying, digitizing, and rehousing of artifacts. They are also responsible for updating records in the Collections Management System and performing artifact photography.
Applicants must be current students or recent graduates in fields such as Anthropology, Archaeology, or Museum Studies. Required qualifications include coursework in archaeology, completion of a field school, and proficiency in Microsoft and Google Suites.
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 intern’s 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 Society’s career center at www.mnhs.org/jobs and 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 [email protected] or call 651-259-3191.
At MNHS, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on diversity for the benefit of our employees, interns, volunteers, our products and services, and our community. The Minnesota Historical Society believes that an inclusive culture among our team members is critical to our success as a historical society and museum, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The Minnesota Historical Society is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and employer.
Using the power of history to transform lives.
The Minnesota Historical Society is a non-profit educational and cultural institution established in 1849. The Society collects, preserves and tells the story of Minnesota’s past through museum exhibits, libraries and collections, historic sites, educational programs and book publishing. Using the power of history to transform lives, the Society preserves our past, shares our state’s stories and connects people with history.
Offices: 345 Kellogg Boulevard West, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55102, US
Using the power of history to transform lives.
The Minnesota Historical Society is a non-profit educational and cultural institution established in 1849. The Society collects, preserves and tells the story of Minnesota’s past through museum exhibits, libraries and collections, historic sites, educational programs and book publishing. Using the power of history to transform lives, the Society preserves our past, shares our state’s stories and connects people with history.
Offices: 345 Kellogg Boulevard West, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55102, US
