Thank you for your interest in applying for an Internship at Cincinnati Museum Center! We are no longer accepting applications for our 2012 summer internship program, but check back soon for information about our fall internship program.

Cincinnati Museum Center Internships are designed to provide individuals with academic credit, and/or to gain practical experience.  Eligible candidates considering this opportunity are defined as individuals who meet one or more of the following criteria.

• will be entering their Sophomore, Junior or Senior year as an undergraduate in the fall of 2012
• have graduated within the past year
• are currently enrolled in graduate school

2012 Summer Internship Program

Time Commitment

•    Length of Internship: June 11, 2012 - August 17, 2012 (10 weeks)
• Accepted Interns must commit to at least 20 hours per week. Shifts are flexible and depend upon the assignment.
• Internship positions are unpaid but offer volunteer benefits and professional development in addition to academic credit. 

CLICK HERE TO SEE AVAILABLE 2012 SUMMER INTERNSHIP POSITIONS

To apply for a 2012 Summer Internship, the following steps must be carefully followed.

Please note that incomplete application packets, or those postmarked after 5:00 pm eastern standard time, March 23, 2012, will not be considered.

Application Process:
Complete the Application Packet by following these steps:

• Click here to download the Application Form to submit by mail.
• To complete the application online, click here.
• Provide two complete Reference Forms.
• Approve a Background Check Authorization Form.

Also include the following:

• Current resume or CV
• Cover letter, which must include a selection of the top 3 Internships for which you are applying and a statement of what you would like to learn from each
• Official transcript from an accredited institution
• Two writing samples
• A statement of current academic level as of spring 2012
• If interested in receiving academic credit from your accredited institution, provide their requirements/guidelines

The completion of all above items is required to be considered.

Submit all forms and documents by email or mail* no later than 5 p.m. on Friday, March 23, 2012 to the Volunteer Services Department

*All application materials sent by mail must be postmarked by 5 p.m. on Friday, March 23, 2012

Review & Interview Process:
All complete application packets submitted by Friday, March 23, 2012 at 5 p.m. will be reviewed and sent to the three departments of interest indicated in the cover letter. If a department’s Internship Mentor is interested in pursuing you as a potential intern candidate, he/she will contact you to schedule an interview. This interview may be conducted over the phone or in person. During your interview, you will discuss your academic program, your interests/experience and your availability. Individuals offered an internship will be notified via e-mail, pending a clear background check. All accepted interns will be then contacted for orientation to review the policies and procedures of Cincinnati Museum Center.
                    
Training
Orientation and Training will be provided.