Keystone Internship at Brandywine Battlefield Park (Education and Visitor Services) (College)

Are you exploring the fields of history, American history, public history, museum studies, or education and looking for some real-world experience? The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission's Keystone Internship Program provides opportunities to pursue your professional growth and contribute to sharing Pennsylvania's rich heritage with the public. Apply now and see how one day, or one summer, can make a lasting positive impact on our history, and on your career!

As the Education and Visitor Services Intern at Brandywine Battlefield Park, you will work with our Education and Visitor Services Departments to interpret our museum's collections, conduct education programs and summer camps, assist with special events, and work directly with the public.

Brandywine Battlefield Park has a small museum and two historic houses through which we interpretively focus on the Battle of Brandywine, the people who lived here, and how they were impacted by the battle. You will be expected to assist in conducting tours and programs including the summer camp program and to help with front desk operations. You may also have the opportunity to participate in a special project based on the interpretive and programmatic goals of the site, which may include research, as well as participate in other duties to support your interests and goals, in alignment with staff capabilities. Bring this pivotal part of American history to life with our team!

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• 10 week internship, May 2026 through August 2026, approximately 225 to 300 hours
• Work hours are flexible and will be finalized between selected interns and their supervisor.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Internship Requirements:

• All applicants must be enrolled at a college or university in an undergraduate or graduate program at the time of their internship.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to read cursive handwriting.
• You must be able and willing to report to Chadds Ford, PA during the Summer Keystone Internship dates, which will be a 10-week period between May 11 and August 21, 2026. Lodging and transportation are not provided.
• You must be majoring, minoring, or have a concentration in History, American History, Public History, Museum Studies, or Education.
• You must have a minimum 2.5 GPA.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Experience working with children

Legal Requirements:

• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.