Summer 2025 Intern - School & Teacher Support

The Ohio History Connection's mission is to
Spark Discovery of Ohio's stories.
Embrace the present, share the past and transform the future.

Position: Summer 2025 Intern - School & Teacher Support

Type: Unpaid Internship

Schedule: Part-time, unpaid position from Monday, May 12, 2025 until Friday, July 25, 2025

Location: Ohio History Center

Reports to: Manager, School & Teacher Support

Application Period: Applications will be accepted until March 1, 2025. Once the position closes, applications will be reviewed and those candidates best fitting the needs of the position will be contacted for an interview.

About Ohio History Connection:

The Ohio History Connection, formerly the Ohio Historical Society, is a statewide history organization with the mission to spark discovery of Ohio's stories. Chartered in 1885, the OHC carries out history services for Ohio and its citizens focused on preserving and sharing the state's history. This includes housing the state historic preservation office, the official state archives, local history office and managing more than 50 sites and museums across Ohio.

Summary:

The School & Teacher Support Department is responsible for K-12 programs we offer across the state, such as Ohio as America, Ohio History Day, Museum in a Box, Virtual Learning Experiences, and Immersive Programs.

Working with our museum educators, this internship position will assist with program creation, facilitation and outreach. This person will be a dynamic presenter and unafraid to engage with students and teachers. The work is in a fast-paced environment

Essential Functions:

• Develop, implement and facilitate engaging and innovative humanities-based activities, lessons, and programs, including, but not limited to: curriculum; historical thinking activities; workshops; field trips and virtual learning programs.
• Write grade-appropriate content to be used by more than 20,000 students across the state.
• Assist outreach and communication efforts by creating content for our newsletter (3,000 subscribers), education blog and social media.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects to bring history to life for Ohio and national students.

Required Education, Skills, Experience:

• Must be enrolled in an academic program OR a recent graduate from an academic program (within one year)
• Majors in Education, History and Communication are preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Suite and Google Products is needed.

Required Competencies:

• Works well both independently and with and in support of colleagues to complete work.
• Demonstrates a potential to communicate well in written and verbal communications, including informal mediums like email and meetings.

Other Requirements:

• Must complete a background check and internship onboarding paperwork
• Must create and account, log internships hours and sign up for internship shifts via Track It Forward
• Must be available to attend the virtual summer intern welcome day
• Must present at the virtual summer internship summit
• Must attend professional development opportunities and meetings when requested

Education and Experience Outcomes:

• Knowledge of museum education best practices and procedures.
• Practical experience working on projects

Application Instructions

To apply, visit www/ohiohistory.org/jobs and use the Applicant Tracking System to apply. Include resume, cover letter, and applicable application materials. For questions and accommodations, email applicant@ohiohistory.org or call 614-297-2500

Ohio History Connection is an equal opportunity employer.

All prospective employees are required to undergo a fingerprint background check processed by the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation & Identification (BCI) in accordance with the Volunteer Children's Act. Additionally, prospective employees will also submit to a drug test. Both will occur after the offer of employment is accepted. The results of the background check and drug test are not immediate disqualifiers to employment and are reviewed in accordance with Ohio History Connection policies and procedures. Inquiries must be directed to the Human Resources Director at 614-297-2390 or via email at applicant@ohiohistory.org.