Historical Society of Delaware

Contact: Dr. Barbara E. Benson

Executive Director
Historical Society of Delaware
505 Market Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone: 302-655-7161
Webpage: www.hsd.org
Description: The Historical Society of Delaware is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to the
collection, preservation, and interpretation of Delaware's unique history. Through its research library
and museums it collects, preserves, and interprets the history of Delaware through research, exhibitions,
publications, and educational programs.

Internship/Seasonal Positions: Interns work in the library, city museum, historic house and gardens, or
education division. They offer 1-3 paid positions with some non-salaried positions also available.
Experience in library, archival, curatorial or educational acitivities are useful but not necessary.

Approximate Number of Interns/Seasonal Employees: |-3

Experiences Offered

Historic Research x Conducting Tours xX

Developing Brochures X Event Promotion Xx
Developing Exhibits X Administrative Xx
Video Production x Fund Raising X
Children's Programs X Other: Duties vary and may include all of the above and more.

Majors in addition to History accepted for internships: Basic knowledge of American History
required.

Salary: Approximate Amount:

Housing Assistance:

Semesters Available

Fall: X Spring: X Summer: X

Application Materials:
Cover Letter
Resume
Writing Sample
Application
References

Deadlines
Fall: Open Spring: Open Summer: Open