Historical Preservation Intern

City of Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

The Summer intern selected for this role will assist Philadelphia Historical Commission staff with drafting articles, social media posts, and other documentation related to the protection of the city’s historic resources. The position requires strong research, writing, and editorial skills. Applicants should have experience doing research using paper and online resources. The ability for self-direction and completing assignments on schedule is important for this role. The intern will have the opportunity to learn firsthand about the Historical Commission’s role in protecting the city’s historic resources and will be included in the public meeting process.
The maximum number of hours allocated for this role is 20 hours per week for 10 weeks. Please submit a resume, cover letter, references, and writing sample with your application.

Requirements

• Applicants should be enrolled in a Graduate Level program in the field of Historic Preservation, History, or Art History.
• Applicants should have research experience using paper and online resources.
• Knowledge of the field of historic preservation, historic research and writing skills, and curiosity about Philadelphia's architecture and history.

Responsibilities

• Writing articles
• Preparing social media posts
• Documenting information related to the protection of the city’s historic resources
• Ability to self-direct and complete assignments on schedule

Benefits

• City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.
• The City offers its employees 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
• We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options are available
• As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees