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About the Organization

Founded in 1926, the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is a private, not‑for‑profit educational, historic, and cultural institution that owns and operates one of the largest museums in the world. Its mission is "that the future may learn from the past" through preserving and restoring 18th‑century Williamsburg, Virginia’s colonial capital. The Foundation engages, informs, and inspires people to learn about this historic capital, the events that occurred here, and the diverse peoples who helped shape a new nation.

Historic Trades internships are ten‑to‑twelve‑week experiences working with the Historic Trades department at Colonial Williamsburg. Interns are assigned to a particular trade shop or group of related trades, where they assist the full‑time staff in operation of the shop(s), including interpretation and demonstration to guests, production, and research. Interns learn about the trade(s), develop trade skills, gain experience with public contact and service, and acquire insights about museum and living history careers.

Internship duties may also involve assistance with department administration, specific research projects, or publications. Internships require a 40‑hour work week. Costumes may be provided. Housing responsibility falls on the intern. While internships are not offered for educational credit, the Foundation will work with individuals if their school has credited programs for which an internship might qualify.

• Assist the shop staff by interpreting and demonstrating trades to guests, engaging in production, and undertaking assigned research projects.
• Provide outstanding customer service.
• Follow safety and security procedures established for the site, tools, materials, and equipment.
• Ensure that safety and security procedures are followed in the absence of the supervisor and journeymen.
• Perform other related duties as required.

High School Diploma or HSE

• Must possess a valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license and an acceptable driving record based on the Foundation’s criteria.
• Must be able to provide a 5‑year Motor Vehicle Record prior to employment.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• May not have more than 1 moving violation or at‑fault accident within 12 months.
• May not have more than 2 moving violations or at‑fault accidents within 36 months.
• May not have any serious motor‑vehicle violations including excessive speeding, reckless driving, DUI/DWI, suspended or revoked license, etc.

• Enrollment or completion in an undergraduate program in American History or a subject matter related to the intern experience.
• Experience working with the trade. Interest in 18th‑century material culture.
• Previous living history museum experience.
• Familiarity with the Colonial Williamsburg Historic Trades program.

• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Ability to work in collaboration.
• Strong knowledge of computer systems, including Microsoft 365.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external clients.
• Ability to do research, learn, and teach different skills, varied hand skills usually gained through progressive work experience.
• Able to provide logical and creative solutions within a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal direction, meeting deadlines and shifting priorities.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends.
• Ability to work safely with heat and sharp tools.

• Stand:
  Constantly (5‑8 hrs/shift)
• Walk:
  Occasionally (up to 2 hrs/shift)
• Sit:
  Occasionally (up to 2 hrs/shift)
• Use hands/fingers:
  Constantly (5‑8 hrs/shift)
• Climb or balance:
  Occasionally (up to 2 hrs/shift)
• Stoop/kneel/crouch/crawl:
  Occasionally (up to 2 hrs/shift)
• Reach with hands/arms:
  Occasionally (up to 2 hrs/shift)
• Talk or hear:
  Constantly (5‑8 hrs/shift)
• Lifting up to 10 lbs.:
  Constantly (5‑8 hrs/shift)
• Lifting up to 25 lbs.:
  Constantly (5‑8 hrs/shift)
• Lifting up to 50 lbs. (with assistance):
  Frequently (2‑5 hrs/shift)
• Lifting up to 100 lbs. (with assistance):
  Rarely (does not exist as regular part of the…