History and Civics Education Intern

Position Description

Updated September 20, 2023

Title:                          JMC History & Civics Education Intern               

Division:                     Administration: John Marshall Center

Reports to:                 Manager of Civis Education                                            

Position Status:          Part-time; Non-Exempt

Rate of Pay:                $12.00/hour; 10-15 hours per week up to 150 hours

Position summary: 

The John Marshall Center seeks to hire a history and civics education intern for the 2023/24 academic year to assist with updating middle and high school lesson plans, creating new lesson plans, and assisting with ongoing education and communication projects. The JMC, founded in 1987, educates learners of all ages about constitutional history and civics and explores the life and legacy of U.S. Chief Justice John Marshall (1755 -1835). The JMC joined the Virginia Museum of History & Culture (VMHC) as a signature study center on July 4, 2023, and now serves as a hub for civics education throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia and beyond. 

Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Review and update existing digital history and civics lessons
• Research history and civics topics for new lessons
• Create outlines and rough drafts for new educational resources
• Assist staff with digital assets
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Necessary: 

• Ability to research, synthesize, write, edit, proofread, and develop digital content related to constitutional history and civics 
• Knowledge of and interest in current events, especially related to the judicial branch of government, American history, and Virginia history 
• Proficient in G Suite and Microsoft Office

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Current law school student, undergraduate student, or recent graduate in history, legal studies, political science, education, or a related field
• Some graphic design and social media content development

Note & Special Requirements:

This position is eligible for university internship credit and is funded at $12/hour up to 150 hours. The selected candidate will work 10-15 hours per week.

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=Internship.

The Virginia Museum of History & Culture is owned and operated by the Virginia Historical Society — a private, non-profit organization established in 1831. The historical society is the oldest cultural organization in Virginia, and one of the oldest and most distinguished history organizations in the nation. For use in its state history museum and its renowned research library, the historical society cares for a collection of nearly nine million items representing the ever-evolving story of Virginia.

The Virginia Historical Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer.