​​Conservation Intern​

CW Talent
Williamsburg, VA
Category Education
Job Description
The Conservation Intern is responsible for enhancing the protection and preservation of Colonial Williamsburg's cultural assets by performing examination, treatment, and documentation of collections artifacts.

Requirements

  • Carries out examination and basic treatment of artifacts in the collection.
  • Performs documentation, including treatment proposals, treatment reports, and digital photography of objects treated.
  • Prepares artifact housing, exhibition supports, and packs/moves objects as needed.
  • Assists in routine operation and upkeep of the conservation lab by maintaining supplies, materials, and equipment.
  • Offers outreach, including public tours.
  • Assists with research and receives training in various treatment methodologies in media-specific labs.
  • Assists in training and supervision of volunteers working in the lab.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off
  • Overtime pay in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
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