Job Openings

Position Summary: 

Are you interested in natural history and the behind-the-scenes world of museum collections? Do you have a desire to preserve artifacts/specimens and their data for future generations? 

Apply to be the Natural History Society of Maryland’s summer Collections Management Intern! The intern will assist the NHSM Collections Manager with a wide range of collections management tasks, including organizing, tagging, cataloging, and documenting collection specimens and artifacts. Get hands-on experience with historical scientific collections and learn all about data management in our collections system, Arctos.

Primary responsibilities:

• Assist with ongoing collections care under the guidance of the Collections Manager
• Organize, tag, catalog, handle, and photograph various specimens and artifacts 
• Create/update records in the organization’s collection management system (Arctos), ensuring accurate data entry and adherence to provided standards
• Ensure proper specimen handling and safety procedures within the collection
• Ensure that collection items are stored in accordance with best practices
• Conduct research as needed, including identifying and contextualizing specimens

Preferred qualities/qualifications:

• Must be enrolled in or entering an academic program with a focus in museum studies, collections management, records management, or the natural sciences at the undergraduate or graduate level
• Experience with data entry, ideally in a collections management or archival system
• Familiarity with Google Drive Suite programs (Google Sheets, Google Docs, etc.)
• Ability to maintain accurate and organized records, with a high level of attention to detail 
• Strong organizational skills to help maintain order in the collection and storage areas
• Strong critical thinking skills to evaluate, process, and contextualize
• Excellent communication skills and comfort with collaboration
• Enthusiasm for learning more about collections management and contributing to the preservation of natural history with the Natural History Society of Maryland

To apply:

Interested candidates should email their resume and cover letter to Collections Manager Kat Mullineaux at kmullineaux@marylandnature.org by March 31, 2025. No phone calls, please.