This internship stands as a tribute to the remarkable legacy of Mary Jane McNamara, a dedicated volunteer whose absence is profoundly felt. Mary Jane was a cornerstone of the Carnegie Library’s history, as well as the Smith County Historical Society, devoting her life to enriching her community and preserving its invaluable heritage.
By participating in this internship, a qualified candidate will not only gain invaluable experience in a historical institution but also embrace the rewarding opportunity to connect individuals with the rich tapestry of history they seek. Join us in honoring Mary Jane’s commitment to community and history while making a meaningful impact of your own.
The Internship
Time Commitment
The Smith County Historical Society is a small non-profit organization that operates under part-time hours. Interns must have a schedule that aligns with our hours of operation. We expect the following commitments from potential interns:
Fall/Spring Semester: 8 hours/per week for 16 weeks
Summer Semester: 12 hours/per week for 11 weeks
Additionally, interns are required to work in four-hour blocks, amounting to a total of eight hours per week.
Internship Opportunities
Join us at the Society, where we operate as both a museum and an archives. As an intern, you’ll work closely with our Archives Manager and engage in impactful tasks, including:
Digitizing History: Scanning photographs
Organizing Our Legacy: Maintaining vertical files
Serving the Community: Assisting customers and researchers
Using Advanced Tools: Gaining experience with PastPerfect software
Creating Exhibits: Helping with installation
Engaging Physically: Rearranging objects, including some heavy lifting
With only three employees (excluding interns), we value collaboration and the contributions of volunteers. We seek an adaptable candidate eager to go beyond defined responsibilities. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you!
Compensation
The Society acts as a community resource and is utilized in a variety of ways. We receive numerous requests and inquiries that provide a wealth of opportunities for our intern. We hope that the experience gained during this internship will help shape the intern’s future endeavors.
While we value experience, we also understand the importance of monetary compensation. Therefore, this is a paid internship, offering a compensation of $1,500.00 per semester!
Key Qualifications
Requirements:
– Ability to read cursive handwriting required
– Must be enrolled in a higher education institution in Smith County, Texas, such as Tyler Junior College, Texas College, or The University of Texas at Tyler
– Must have successfully completed at least one year (24 semester hours) of college with a declared major in History, Library Science, or Education
– Detail-oriented
– Flexible in both schedule and attitude
– Computer literate
For more requirements and information, please call (903) 592-5993.
FAQs
Do I have to be a college student?
Yes, our intern must be currently enrolled at an institution of higher education.
Is this a paid internship?
Yes, the Smith County Historical Society provides compensation of $1,500.00/ semester.
Can I work from home?
No, you must be able to work within our normal weekday hours of operation. These hours are Tuesday- Friday 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. It is also important to note that most intern responsibilities fall under the scope of our archives department.