Community Engagement Program Intern
Listed on 2026-03-11
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Education / Teaching
Youth Development -
Non-Profit & Social Impact
Youth Development, Non-Profit / Outreach
Project Summary
The Community Engagement Program Intern (Black History Focus) supports the development and delivery of public programs that center the histories, cultures, and lived experiences of Black communities in Minnesota. The internship offers hands‑on experience in museum education, community engagement, historical research, and program coordination.
The intern will work collaboratively with staff, scholars, artists, and community partners to create inclusive, engaging, and historically grounded programming for diverse audiences.
Responsibilities Program Development & SupportAssist in researching topics related to Black history in Minnesota, including migration, civil rights, arts, education, business, and community leadership.
Support planning and implementation of lectures, panel discussions, workshops, walking tours, exhibitions, and community conversations.
Help draft program descriptions, educational materials, and promotional content.
Conduct archival and secondary-source research.
Contribute to blog posts, social media content, and interpretive materials.
Assist in developing audience guides and resource lists highlighting Black Minnesotan history.
Support outreach to local community organizations, educators, artists, and cultural leaders.
Attend planning meetings with community partners when appropriate.
Help ensure programs reflect inclusive and community-informed perspectives.
The full lifecycle of public programs—from concept development to execution and assessment.
Audience engagement strategies and inclusive facilitation techniques.
Collecting and analyzing participant feedback to improve programming.
Building relationships with community partners and cultural leaders.
Collaborative program design with stakeholders.
Culturally responsive communication and outreach strategies.
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, African American Studies, Public History, Ethnic Studies, Museum Studies, or a related field.Strong research, writing, and communication skills.
Interest in Black history and community-centered historical work.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Personality traits:
Enthusiastic and comfortable working in a front facing position.Strong interpersonal skills, empathetic, organized, adaptive, and creative.
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.
Please ensure you are available for these dates when applying:
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
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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