Post date: Apr 3, 2018 12:19:32 AM
105 Brattle Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 | https://www.nps.gov/long/index.htm
Longfellow House-Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site preserves the home of Henry W. Longfellow, one of the world’s foremost 19th century poets. The house also served as headquarters for General George Washington during the Siege of Boston, July 1775 - April 1776. In addition to its rich history, the site offers unique opportunities to explore 19th century literature and arts.
Longfellow House-Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site has long been a beacon to learners. George Washington came to Cambridge to lead an army, but ended up learning valuable lessons about New England and its people, leadership, politics, and himself. The house's close proximity to Harvard University made it a prime location for boarders in the early 19th century including Josiah Quincy, Jared Sparks, Edward Everett, and Henry Longfellow. Beginning in 1843, Henry and Frances Longfellow, their family, and their friends created a vibrant center of culture and literature. Today, the National Park Service maintains the large collection of the Longfellow family's belongings and a working archives, serving researchers from all over the world.
This internship will involve independently researching subjects relating to Henry Longfellow and 19th-century literature, both from the Longfellow House's collection and external sources, to produce various public-facing communications for the park.
Interns can expect to be provided clear instructions and requirements, basic interpretive training, weekly check-ins and feedback, and research support from staff. Communication will primarily be conducted via email and Microsoft Teams. Interns can also expect mentoring to help them identify future opportunities in their career path.
Responsibilities:
Students have undertaken a variety of tasks, including—but not limited to—some of the following examples:
Independently research, write, and post one social media post a week for the Park's Facebook and Instagram pages
Research and write original articles for publication on Park's website
Construct public resources for the website through research, analysis, and consolidation of existing analysis
Keep record of research findings, bibliography, etc. for future use at the site
Qualifications:
Strong writing, communication, and analysis skills
Able to work independently and orchestrate own research project
Keep track of internship hours and provide them to VIP Coordinator each month
Regularly keep VIP Coordinator up-to-date about progress, concerns, and questions
Submit work VIP Coordinator by deadline and integrate feedback
Through performance, research and writing, represent the National Park Service in a professional manner
Requirements:
Complete 120 (min.) unpaid hours (virtual or hybrid; in-person work must be done during business hours)
Have access to personal computer for all work
Attend and participate in staff meetings as schedule allows
Attend brief weekly check-in with supervisor via video conference
Inform VIP Coordinator the day before any absences
To apply:
Register for Internship 1 (ENGL.4960) for 3 academic credits
Create resume draft targeted for this position and send it to English_Internships@uml.edu
For more information, contact the English Department Internship Coordinator at English_Internships@uml.edu.