History Collections Intern

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

The organisation relies on its collections to narrate stories and engage with our audiences, uncovering the significance of objects and cultural heritage while providing education, entertainment, information, and inspiration. In order to achieve this, it is essential we have a comprehensive understanding of our collections, allowing us to identify potential narratives (as well as gaps) and ensure the preservation of the objects for research, conservation, interpretation, and exhibition. This project will enable us to manage our collections more effectively and efficiently, ensuring compliance with Accreditation standards. Consequently, this will strengthen the museum's standing for re-accreditation.

In this role you will…

• Acquire knowledge relating to the site, its history and contents. As well as the history of Harrow, the Collection, its contents, and organisation.
• Learn procedures and policies associated with cataloguing and accessioning items and documents that are used across the heritage sector.
• Work to a high standard independently and/or in small groups.
• Work using both written and computerised systems confidently after sufficient training.
• Handle the Museum’s extensive and important Collection of pottery, documents, photos, Whitefriars glass and other items.
• Help represent and promote the museum and its activities in a positive way.

For this role we are looking for someone who is…

• Organised
• Energetic and friendly.
• Flexible/ adaptable.
• Self-motivated and able to work as part of a team.
• Fluent in spoken English and has excellent communication skills, particularly in writing.

About the Organization

A fantastic museum situated on an intriguing historical site including the Grade I listed Manor House and its medieval moat. About the archives… The History Collection of over 3,000 items relating to the history of the Borough, including maps, newspapers, brochures, books, photographs, videos and ledgers. These include publications and records by the local authorities, religious institutions, political clubs, local clubs including sports and nature and the personal collections of prominent local historians.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS 

On-site Supervision and Support

Our internships include 24/7 on-site staff to support students working and living abroad. All students will also report to a supervisor at their internship site. Supervisors provide and oversee daily tasks, introduce the intern to team members, and mentor the intern in organizational agility, skill acquisition, and career readiness. Interns complete a midpoint and final evaluation, and supervisors complete a final evaluation of their interns. All work responsibilities and projects are approved in advance. 

Academic Credit

Students on an internship have the opportunity to enroll in their home university for credit, or enroll in a course through API to transfer back to their university for credit. Email support-internships@apiexperience.com for more information and a syllabus.

Housing and Excursions

Housing and excursions are included in your internship and will be selectable during the application process. 

Visa Sponsorship

Selected candidates will be responsible for obtaining a temporary work visa with support from API, please note that this has an additional expense on the candidate. For more information visit our visa page