JCISWD Intern

The National WWII Museum is currently seeking an intern for the Jenny Craig Institute for the Study of War and Democracy (JCISWD). Reporting to the Historical Research Manager, the JCISWD intern will assist with Museum conferences, Meet the Author events, cataloging the Museum’s memoir collection, writing articles for the website, and other administrative tasks. This position will also help with the Institute’s Historical Research Services which researches WWII veterans’ military service for family members. Through this program, the intern has the opportunity to locate and study veteran records and draft personal narratives (2-5 pages) on individual WWII veterans using their official military personnel files and other records.

• Participate and assist with JCISWD public events and programs.
• Assist the Project Manager and Historical Research Specialist with daily operations and administrative tasks which includes responding to public research requests.
• Locate, evaluate, and utilize historical records related to veterans’ military service; compose personal narratives.
• Conduct historical research on WWII-related topics and author articles for the Museum’s website.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in military history or history, museum studies, political science, education, hospitality studies, or related field.
• Excellent research skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work with others.

The National WWII Museum is an equal opportunity employer and seeks diversity in its workforce.  We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, applicants may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process.