Community Engagement Pathmakers Intern Job Saint Paul area,Minnesota USA,Creative Arts/Media

Position: Community Engagement Legendary Path makers Intern

Project Summary

This intern will support the Inclusion and Community Engagement Department for the development of the project “Legendary Path makers: A salute to the foragers of the Black Arts Movement in Minnesota” in partnership with multi-disciplinary artist, Pavi Elle French. The project is a three-part short film series following the progression of pioneering Twin Cities musicians and performance artists as they share their journey of where they started to how they built a foundation for future generations.

The intern will assist in archival research, securing visual assets for film, coordinating filming locations and schedules, communicating with filmmaker, film participants and community partners as needed.

Responsibilities

Archival research of artists and significant events in the Black Arts Movement in Minnesota utilizing archives including but not limited to the Gale Family Library, University of Minnesota, Metro State University, Hallie Q. Brown Community Center, and artists’ personal archives.

Coordinate with interview participants, filmmaker and community engagement staff on filming locations and filming schedules.

Support community engagement staff in facilitation of filming dates by taking notes of interviews, setting up, cleaning up and other coordination as needed with film crew and filming locations.

Communicate regularly with community engagement staff on project logistics and updates.

Meet with MNHS staff and attend department meetings as needed.

Knowledge Intern is Expected to Gain

Familiarity with MNHS resources and other archives
Increased community engagement skills
Event and program development skills
Experience with archival research and film production
Experience in a professional museum environment

Qualifications

Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student, or have graduated within the past 12 months at the time of application.
Ideal candidates might be currently pursuing, or have graduated with a degree in the following areas:
History, Archival Science / Library Science, Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia, Journalism, Ethnic Studies, American Studies, African American Studies, Film Studies / Media Production, Public History and Museum Studies
Some experience doing archival research
Experience with community engagement and public participation projects
Ability to work occasional weekends and evenings to attend community events, meetings, programs, or for filming production.
Excellent communication skills
Interest in African American history and culture
Preference given to applicants with experience working with BIPOC communities and/or other underrepresented communities

Seminar Events

Interns are required to participate in three, in-person seminars focused on professional development, learning how cultural organizations operate, and building a network of industry professionals. At the end of the semester, interns complete a final presentation to share their work.

Thursday, June 18 from 1 1:30am-1:00pm
Thursday, July 21 from 1:00-3:00pm
Thursday, August 13 from 3:30-5:30pm
Final Presentations:
Thursday, August 27 from 11:00am-1:00pm

How to Apply

Apply online s.org/jobs and include a cover letter, resume, and any required additional materials by the Final date to receive applications date.

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