History Department Internships
Explore history with internships!
Get hands on experience with history through two exciting internship opportunities. Whether you prefer on-campus experiences or off-campus adventures at museums, historic sites, archives, or libraries, we have tailored programs to suit your interests.
Program Options:
- HIST 293 – Internship: Off Campus
- Supervisor: Dr. Christin Cleaton-Ruiz
Bates 120, 413-572 8162
ccleatonruiz@westfield.ma.edu
- Supervisor: Dr. Christin Cleaton-Ruiz
- HIST 294 – Internship: Historical Journal of Massachusetts
- Supervisor: Dr. Mara Dodge
Bates 215, 413-572-5620
masshistoryjournal@westfield.ma.edu
- Supervisor: Dr. Mara Dodge
Why you should choose an intership.
- Gain practical experience in archives, museums, national parks, and historic sites.
- Flexible scheduling during the academic year and summer.
- Perfect for juniors and seniors seeking a deeper understanding of history and historical research.
- Off-campus internships require a 3.0 GPA, offering three to twelve credits.
Recent Internship Placements Include:
Washington Internship Placements:
More About the Historical Journal of Massachusetts
- Available every semester for 2-3 students.
- Credits: 1 credit = 3 hours per week; 2 credits = 5 hours; 3 credits = 8 hours.
- Dive into Massachusetts history, develop research and writing skills, and contribute to a scholarly journal.
Overall Learning Goals
- Deepen knowledge of Massachusetts history.
- Develop skills in historical research, writing, and office protocol.
- Contribute to the production of a scholarly journal.
- Engage with content/styles of articles in various history journals.