Intern - Historic Gardener

CW Talent
Williamsburg, VA
Category Education
Job Description
Historic Trades internships are ten to twelve-week experiences working with the Historic Trades department at Colonial Williamsburg. Interns assist the full-time staff in operation of the shop(s), including interpretation and demonstration to guests, production, and research.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated interest in traditional trades and a desire to explore the possibilities of a career as a museum professional
  • Good communication and guest service skills
  • Ability to work well as part of a shop team
  • Adaptability to changing shop schedules, assignments, and special projects and programs
  • Aptitude to do manual work while interpreting to visitors
  • Aptitude to learn trade skills combining problem solving, good hand/eye coordination and an eye for details
  • Ability to work safely with heat and sharp tools
  • Must be able to work without the comfort of modern heat in winter or air conditioning in summer
  • Must be able to work a Tuesday to Saturday schedule

Benefits

  • Costumes provided
  • Housing not provided
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