Internships

The American Museum of Natural History, Science Conservation department is seeking a part-time term Conservation Intern to provide support for the IMLS-funded project Conserving, Rehousing and Reunifying the Invaluable Elephant and Bovid Specimens at the American Museum of Natural History. The project will upgrade the care and management of the Museum’s collection of nearly 100 African and Asian elephant skulls and significantly enhance its accessibility and opportunities for research use. Collected during some of the most famous field expeditions of the early 20th century, the collection has enormous historical and scientific importance to Museum audiences and is among the largest in the country (in both number and size).

The position will last for an appointment term of 18 months. The Intern will work under the Project Director, within the Science Conservation department, and as part of the larger project team. They will carry out efforts focused on stabilization, rehousing, cleaning and documentation of elephant crania.

Ideal candidates will possess the capacity for meticulous care in the handling of collections materials, strong written/verbal communication skills and organizational/problem-solving competencies.

Job duties include:

The expected salary for the Conservation Intern is $25/hour. This position is overtime-eligible.

• Bachelor’s degree in fine arts, the humanities or the sciences.
• One year of related museum work experience.
• Seeking to enter or advance in the field of conservation through graduate study or other professional development.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with conservation issues and procedures related to handling, examination, treatment and/or documentation of museum collection items similar to those within the scope of this project.
• Digital photography skills.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for prolonged periods.
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
• Must be able to move about the Museum campus.
• Positioning/change of positioning: Must be able to frequently position oneself/body to accomplish job duties.
  • Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling.

 

The American Museum of Natural History is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Museum does not discriminate with respect to employment, or admission or access to Museum facilities, programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, gender (including sexual harassment), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy and lactation accommodations, alienage or citizenship status, current or former participation in the uniformed services, status as a veteran, caregiver, pre-employment marijuana testing, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, national or ethnic origin, height, weight, or on account of any other basis prohibited by applicable City, State, or Federal law. Additional protections are afforded in employment based on arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking and sex offenses, unemployment status, and credit history, in each case to the extent provided by law.

Interested individuals should apply for this position through the AMNH Careers site, careers.amnh.org/postings/4279