Fall 2026 Internship at the National Afro American Museum and Cultural Center

About the role

The Ohio History Connection’s Esther Williams Internship Fund offers a paid internship at the National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center in Wilberforce, Ohio. The internship runs from October 12, 2026 through December 21, 2026, with a part-time schedule of up to 24 hours per week (minimum 8 hours) between 9 am and 4 pm on weekdays. The position pays $15 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Organize and catalogue the museum’s existing set of traveling exhibits
• Conduct research to verify information for upcoming exhibits and projects
• Occasionally travel to Wilberforce University archives to conduct in-person research
• Digitize lesson plans and activities created using materials from the museum’s archives and collections

Requirements

• Enrolled in an academic program at a Historically Black College (HBC) located in Wilberforce OR a recent graduate from such a program (within one year)
• Major in History or Education
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel; familiarity with website building is a plus
• Experience operating scanners and printers

Qualifications

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with colleagues
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including email and meetings
• Punctuality and reliability

Other Requirements

• Completion of a background check and internship onboarding paperwork
• Presentation at the semester’s internship summit
• Attendance at professional development opportunities and meetings when requested

Outcomes

• Gain experience working behind the scenes at a museum
• Learn to interpret historical material for diverse audiences
• Develop unique perspectives on African American history