Attached here is the program schedule for Spring 2011 events and workshops hosted by the university’s Office of Career Services.
Paid Internships at Civil War Sites Available
December 8, 2010 by
Check out this wonderful opportunity for a paid internship at Gettysburg or Harpers Ferry. Contact Dr. McClurken if you’re interested in applying. [Note the deadline is coming up very fast.]
Gettysburg National Military Park, Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
Deadline: January 14, 2011
The Richards Civil War Era Center at Penn State invites applications from qualified undergraduate students for four paid positions at historic sites during the summer of 2011: two at Gettysburg National Military Park and two at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. The internships provide aspiring historians and teachers with hands-on experience in public history. All of these non-credit, paid internships come with a $3,500 stipend and housing.
• Gettysburg National Military Park interns will work with either interpretive operations or with the museum service branch. The interpretive operations intern engages with tourists by designing and presenting two public presentations and assisting at the visitor center’s information desk. The intern in the museum service branch will perform varied aspects of archival and museum management—working with letters written from soldiers and civilians at the time, as well as material objects from the war.
• Harpers Ferry National Historical Park features one position especially suited to future teachers. Often wearing period costume, the intern prepares, develops, and delivers education programs about the park for students from kindergarten through high school. A second position involves working with the visitor services branch, which includes presenting programs to tourists and working the desk at the visitor center.
Application Process: Applicants must have a 3.0 grade point average and have not graduated at the time of the internship. Applicants should submit a one-page statement of interest detailing why they would like to work at the particular site and how they think the experience will further their education. They must also provide a letter of recommendation from a faculty member (e-mail is acceptable) and an informal transcript. Materials must be received by January 14, 2011.
Direct all application materials to Karen Fisher Younger, Richards Center Managing Director, 108 Weaver Building, University Park, PA 16802. For more information, see the Richards Center Web site: http://richardscenter.psu.edu, or contact Dr. Younger at kvy100@psu.edu.Funding is made possible through the generous support of Larry and Lynne Brown and the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Source: http://richardscenter.psu.edu/news-events/summer-opportunities
Assistant Archaeologist Position
August 11, 2010 by
Mount Vernon Archaeology seeks to hire the position of Assistant Archaeologist. This is a fulltime, permanent position with benefits. The successful candidate will work in conjunction with the Director of Archaeology to oversee the ongoing archaeological program at George and Martha Washington’s plantation.
The position will oversee and implement all phases of archaeological research including planning field and laboratory strategies, writing reports, directing staff, volunteers, and interns, interpreting archaeology to the public, participating in public programs, and developing exhibits. The successful candidate will also be encouraged to publish and present the findings of projects in professional publications and conferences as well as to community groups and organizations and through the internet.
The successful candidate must possess excellent skills in the excavation of historic sites (a minimum of three years field experience) and significant experience with material culture analysis of the historic period in the mid-Atlantic. The candidate should also have experience supervising archaeological field and lab work and possess strong communication, organizational, and computer skills. GIS experience is strongly preferred. An M.A. in anthropology, archaeology, or related discipline is preferred but individuals finishing graduate coursework will be considered. Individuals with a research interest in landscape archaeology, plantation communities, and 18th-century material culture are especially encouraged to apply.
Mount Vernon offers a compensation package that includes competitive pay, medical coverage, retirement plan, and paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave. The salary will be commensurate with the applicant’s credentials and experience.
How to apply:
Applications may be submitted via email to Esther White, Director of Archaeology (ewhite@mountvernon.org), and should include a letter of interest, a resume or curriculum vitae of relevant experience, and names and contact information for three references. Initial screening of applications will begin September 1 and continue until the position is filled.
Job Opportunity at Montpelier for History Graduate
July 22, 2010 by
From the Montpelier website
Research Assistant—Documents
The Research Assistant will work as a member of the Curatorial Department, with emphasis on conducting research and analyzing the correspondence of James and Dolley Madison and their contemporaries, with an emphasis on identifying furnishings and decorative arts elements. The position is grant funded for 12-18 months and is contingent upon receipt of grant funding. Benefits package is available.
We are seeking a highly motivated individual who brings a background in American history with a general knowledge of 18th- and 19th-century decorative arts to the position. The successful candidate will have research skills and experience doing research in archives, courthouses and other repositories. Applicant must have strong communication and writing skills. Experience with computer databases is preferred.
BA required in history, art history, anthropology, classics, museum studies, American Studies, or related research field. Must be able to maintain accurate records; excellent visual recall, and the ability to make connections between disparate data, have good organizational skills and attention to detail.
Send resume and cover letter to: Megan Brett, Research Database & Records Manager, mbrett@montpelier.org. The deadline for the receipt of applications is August 6, 2010 at 5 p.m.
Job Opportunity for History/American Studies Graduate
June 28, 2010 by
This would be a great job for one of our graduates, especially if you’ve certified to teach. The following is from the CHNM website.
The George Mason University, Center for History & New Media (CHNM) within the Department of History and Art History is hiring a full-time Outreach Manager for the National History Education Clearinghouse (http://teachinghistory.org).
Responsibilities include working with K-12 history/social studies teachers nationally, coordinating outreach activities and materials, and project management. B.A. by August 2010, or an equivalent combination of training and experience, is required; M.A. degree in history and K-12 teaching experience are preferred. This is an exciting opportunity that is particularly appropriate for someone with a combined interest in education and history. The successful candidate will be an energetic, well-organized person who takes initiative, works well in a team, and is comfortable performing a variety of tasks.
For full consideration, apply online at http://jobs.gmu.edu for position number 10403z. Please include a cover letter, resume or CV, and list of three professional references.
CHNM will start looking at applications by July 15, 2010.
2010 Employer Fair – Stafford Campus, March 18th
March 9, 2010 by
UMW’s Stafford Campus will host its 2010 Employer Fair on Thursday, March 18th from 4-7pm at University Hall. Participating employers include public school institutions, the Peace Corps, National Park Service, and many others. A full list of participating employers can be found at this link.
Career Forum — Wednesday, March 17
February 22, 2010 by
Interested in hearing how former History majors have made it in the world beyond college? Do you have questions about how to prepare for the job market or apply for graduate schools? Ever wanted to know how the skill sets you’re learning as a History major will translate into a job?
If so, come hear four former History majors talk about careers and post-graduate education after college on Wednesday, March 17, in the Red Room of the Woodard Campus Center, 7pm. Each of our four panelists (names and current jobs TBA shortly) will give a short presentation followed by Q & A. The event will end whenever all your questions have been answered!
