INTERNSHIPS AT THE NATIONAL WWII MUSEUM

The National World War II Museum’s internship or work-study program is designed to give college students an opportunity to complement their formal education with career-related experiences. An internship refers to a variety of programs which provide college students with practical work experience as part of a formal education program leading to a degree. An internship provides an extension of classroom experience by integrating theory and practice. Internships also build positive relationships between colleges and universities and the Museum while providing a valuable service to the community and contributing to the educational process.

Museum internships are awarded to college juniors and seniors and students entered in graduate programs. Interns will work on departmental projects (curatorial, administrative, marketing or educational) or conduct gallery tours and work at the Visitor Information Center. Applicants should have a broad background in American history, European history, Marketing, Human Resources, Museum Studies or background appropriate to the department to which they are applying. Specific duties depend upon the needs of each department.

TYPES OF PROGRAMS

The majority of programs will be short-term, just one or two semesters in length and are available throughout the year on a full or part-time basis. The number of positions varies according to departmental needs. Ways in which interns are utilized:

• Completing short-term assignments where adding an additional full-time employee is not practical or affordable
• Assisting during peak visitation periods or during special events
• Acting as technical assistants under the direction of a Museum staff member on such projects as conducting literature searches, oral history collection, archival organization, marketing projects, website, database development and input, etc.
• Assisting Museum staff in Development, Marketing, and execution of educational programs and conferences

STUDENT INTERN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adhere to Museum work hours, policies, and procedures governing professional Museum staff behavior.
• Log hours at the Museum with the Volunteer Coordinator.
• Assume personal and professional responsibility for his/her actions and activities.
• Maintain professional relationships with Museum employees, volunteers, vendors and visitors.
• Work on applying knowledge acquired in the classroom to real-world business situations.
• Complete work assignments in a thorough, consistent, and punctual manner.
• Hold Museum information in confidence.
• Provide the Internship Program Manager with periodic progress reports.
• Complete an Internship Evaluation Report on their internship experiences and return form to the Internship Program Manager.

INTERN ELIGIBILITY & SELECTION

When selecting an intern, the Museum will try to match its needs with the educational and professional goals of the intern and the goals of the host college/university.

NOTE:  Please apply only to available internship positions posted online.

HOW TO APPLY

To be eligible for consideration in the program, the applicant must submit a typed application that includes the following:
• Internship for which applicant would like to be considered
• Name, home and school addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses
• Full resume of education and employment
• Knowledge of foreign languages, if any
• An essay or letter of not more than 500 words describing the applicant’s career goals, interest in museum work, and reasons for applying
All documents should be submitted in one envelope to the address below. After an initial review of the applications, a small number of students will be interviewed at the Museum or via telephone if not attending school in the New Orleans area. Be prepared to submit two academic recommendations. Applicants will not be accepted without a personal interview. Candidates will be advised as soon as possible with final notification being mailed. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Application materials for all internships must be submitted to:
Internship Program Manager
The National World War II Museum
945 Magazine Street
New Orleans, LA 70130

No phone calls please.