Job: Public Archaeology Intern

public archaeology intern

Location: Jamestown Rediscovery
Division/Department: Archaeology
Reports to: Ed Shed Manager, Site Supervisor, Senior Staff Archaeologists, and Director of Archaeology
Compensation: $16.50 per hour

position description

For Ed Shed internship positions, Historic Jamestowne is seeking undergraduate students with an interest in making archaeology accessible and relevant to the public through a variety of activities and programs. Candidates must have strong communication skills and be comfortable working with children.

Ed Shed interns work 40 hours a week, from May 19th to August 1st. Work weeks are Tuesday through Saturday.

duties

The duties of an Ed Shed intern include: conducting a variety of activities for visitors that include the use of mapping and spatial analytics technology, artifact identification, explanation of basic archaeological concepts, and more; explanation of site history and recent finds to visitors; supporting the activities and programs of the Historic Jamestowne Kids Camp; and other archaeology-related duties as assigned by supervisors. Ed Shed interns are not expected to have prior archaeological experience. On-site training in the various tasks assigned will take place during the internship.

to apply

To apply please send a resume and personal statement via email to Natalie at edshed@preservationvirginia.org.

The Jamestown Rediscovery Foundation is a subsidiary of Preservation Virginia. Preservation Virginia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.