Website Virginia Museum of History & Culture
Summary
The Virginia Museum of History & Culture (VMHC) seeks a candidate for the position of Bobby Chandler Education Intern, who has an authentic interest in the mission and work of the VMHC. The Education Intern will assist in all aspects of the Education team’s role within the Education & Engagement Division. The primary focus of this internship will be on helping with tour groups in The Story of Virginia and Our Commonwealth exhibitions. Additional tasks will include administrative work, assisting with other student and family programming needs, and conducting research for program development. This position is eligible for university internship credit and is paid.
Key Details
Compensation: $13/hour
Term: Fall 2026 (up to 150 hours)
Schedule: PT
Format: In-person
Reports to: Curator of Exhibitions
Deadline: ASAP (Posted 07/08/2026)
Eligibility
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Necessary:
- Willingness to work with elementary-aged children
- Ability to address audiences, stand, and walk for up to two hours
- Interest in and willingness to learn general Virginia history on a variety of topics
Education & Experience Requirements:
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- May be an undergraduate or graduate student
- Cover Letter and Resume required
The ideal candidate will have:
The ideal candidate will have experience working with children, a basic knowledge of Virginia or American history, and a desire to learn more about museum education/public history. In addition, primary availability on weekday mornings is required.
Note & Special Requirements:
- Experience working with students/children within or outside of a museum/camp experience preferred
- Experience analyzing primary source documents preferred
About
Founded in 1831 as the Virginia Historical Society, the VMHC, a private, non-profit organization, is the oldest museum and cultural organization in Virginia, and one of the oldest and most distinguished history organizations in the United States. The museum cares for a renowned collection of more than nine million items representing the far-reaching story of Virginia.
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