Intern Charles Miro-Quesada from Monserrat College of Art

WENHAM MUSEUM EDUCATION INTERNS

Education Department interns may help behind the scenes as well as work directly with children, families, and school groups. It is a friendly, supportive, and fun environment! All Education Department interns should be able to work independently, have attention to detail, and enjoy being around children. A background check may be required for those that are directly working with children. 

Title: General Fall Intern
Hours/Length: Flexible 

The fall education intern will assist with school groups and public programming. These tasks may include leading or assisting with Colonial-themed field trips, potentially in costume; leading drop-in craft activities in the galleries; or co-planning and assisting with seasonal public programs. Past programs have included Trunk or Treat, Harry Potter Party, Polar Express Party, Grinch Karaoke Party, Gingerbread House and Cookie Decorating, and more! Fall programs for 2025 are not yet planned, so these are just examples. School programs are typically on weekday mornings and public programs are mostly scheduled on weekends. 

 Potential Skills Needed: 

• Experience working with children 
• Customer service 
• Craft making 
• Creative problem solving 

Title: Family Discovery Gallery Intern
Hours/Length: 30 – 40 hours 

The Family Discovery Gallery is a fully interactive play-based exhibit for children 18 months and up. The education intern project for this gallery will include co-planning larger installation elements and/or wall art to fit a theme. Planning can take place remotely over several weeks. The building and installation of custom components will occur over the course of 5 to 7 days in September or early October. 

 Potential Skills Needed:  

• Carpentry (will have access to power tools at the museum)  
• Painting (walls and or artwork on the walls)  
• Prop fabrication (interactive play components) 

The ideal intern candidate will be an independent, creative worker who has a passion for play and who wants to help create a space where children’s imaginations have no limits!  

Compensation:

College Credit Available.

To Apply: 

Send a letter of interest and resume margaurita.spear@wenhammuseum.org.    

WENHAM MUSEUM MARKETING INTERN – Fall 2025

Wenham Museum in Wenham, MA is seeking a Marketing Intern to join its dynamic and energetic team. The Marketing Intern assists the Marketing Director and Executive Director with promotion of museum exhibitions, events and programs.  

Responsibilities:

Writing press releases for newspapers, magazines and websites; designing promotional materials to promote upcoming museum events and exhibitions. Collaborate on print, social media and radio campaigns for upcoming exhibitions, programs and events. The Marketing Intern is also responsible for organizing digital assets and for maintaining records relating to departmental activities, files, and media.

Qualifications:

Excellent written, interpersonal communication skills and the ability to represent the Wenham Museum in a professional manner are necessary. Ability to perform multiple tasks quickly and work independently, with moderate supervision. Expertise in general computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point), and Canva is required. Familiarity with website content management, WordPress, Constant Contact, and graphic design skills are a plus.

Compensation:

College Credit Available.

To apply: 

Please send a résumé and e-mail explaining your interest in the internship to Laura Rivas, Director of Marketing & Communimcations, by e-mail to laura.rivas@wenhammuseum.org.