Mandel Center for Advanced Holocaust Studies (Campus Outreach) - Intern

The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is a federally chartered, nonpartisan institution that was created by the US Congress to serve as America’s national memorial to the victims of the Holocaust and an educational institution dedicated to the history and lessons of the Holocaust. The Museum seeks to educate Americans from all 50 states and all walks of life as well as international audiences. The Museum has three areas of expertise: Holocaust remembrance, Holocaust scholarship and education, and genocide prevention.

In carrying out its important memorial and educational mission, the Museum is guided by its institutional values for our workplace: Honor the memory of the victims; carry out our work with dignity, humility, integrity and respect for others; and strive for excellence through teamwork, rigor, and a culture of continuous learning. Consistent respect for others is the foundation for trust, collegiality and inclusion.

information about the role and the office:

Campus Outreach Programs, a branch of the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Center for Advanced Holocaust Studies, supports the vitality of the field of Holocaust studies through deep engagement with North American scholars, students, and university communities. Together with faculty and staff, we organize on-campus lectures, interdisciplinary panel discussions, and pedagogy roundtables. We also host seminars for faculty, lecturers, and advanced graduate students at the Museum that leverage our extensive collections, resources, and expertise. This internship is an exciting opportunity to join the Campus Outreach team as we grow and continue our Holocaust studies programs on campuses throughout North America. We’re looking for an enthusiastic college student who is both involved in campus organizations and is interested in helping to shape campus conversations. Candidates should be passionate about the many ways Holocaust studies can serve as a critical piece of the college curriculum and campus activities.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Research and develop program content in collaboration with Campus Outreach Programs staff.
• Identify and research potential college and university partners and institutional opportunities.
• Support outreach efforts by developing promotional and advertising materials.
• Attend and support campus outreach programs and events.
• Take detailed notes during meetings, programs, and events.
• Transcribe previously recorded programs and presentations.
• Enter, organize, and maintain program-related data and information.
• Assist with research projects and environmental scans related to campus outreach and Holocaust studies.
• Collaborate with staff to support the development and implementation of Holocaust studies programming on college campuses
• Must be available for on-site work on Wednesdays and one other day between Monday and Thursday.

Minimum Qualifications:

• BA, BS, or Associate's degree (in progress or completed in the last 2 years).
• Strong project management skills and research skills.
• Experience with or interest in Holocaust Studies in the college setting.
• Collegial spirit and experience working on a collaborative team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Some background in Holocaust studies preferred.
• Experience organizing campus events (in-person and/or virtual).
• Experience organizing a research project or environmental scan.

How To Apply:

A complete application consists of the following:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Incomplete applications received will not be considered for advancement.

To be eligible to participate in the Internship Program, students must meet the following enrollment criteria:

• The student must be 18 years or older currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited college or university
• The student must have completed at least the first semester of their freshman year (At least at the time of application)
• Provide proof of legal right to work in the United States
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Must reside in the United States for the full duration of the internship program.
• Must complete their background check while physically present in the United States

Interviews for the Spring 2027 internship program will begin in November 2026 for advanced applicants. Final selection decisions will be made in December 2026, and all candidates will be notified of their status via email by Human Resources.