Government Intern

Expires on July 2, 2026

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The City of Worcester is seeking a Historical Commission Intern to support the Division of Planning & Regulatory Services within the Executive Office of Economic Development with research pertaining to ongoing Local Historic District studies. Additional duties may include drafting Historical Commission meeting minutes, assisting with scanning and digitization tasks, and performing other related assignments as needed. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

• Assist with research tasks for ongoing Historical Commission initiatives, including creation of new local historic districts.
• Prepare inventory forms and conduct research for buildings with applications pending before the Historical Commission.
• Scanning and digitization of Historical Commission and other Planning Division materials.
• Attendance at Historical Commission meetings to take meeting minutes and assist with meeting facilitation.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Competency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent research and writing skills
• Background in working with primary and secondary sources for historical research
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Ability to analyze and interpret historical documents, maps, and architectural plans
• Familiarity with historic preservation principles and terminology
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Comfort working in archival or records‑management settings
• Ability to handle confidential materials with discretion
• Basic knowledge of local government processes or willingness to learn
• Regular onsite attendance is required

• High school diploma
• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in history, historic preservation, architecture, planning, or related field
• Access to reliable transportation

• Bachelor’s degree in history, historic preservation, architecture, planning, public policy, or related field
• Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in history, historic preservation, architecture, planning, public policy, or related field

$15.00 hourly, part-time, non-benefitted.

To apply, please visit:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). or send resume and cover letter to:
City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. Open until filled; applications received prior to or on Friday, June 12, 2026, will receive preference. Preference is given to Worcester residents.

The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Direct inquiries to:
City Hall, Human Resources, Room 109, , Hiring.