Rockpile Museum Association Summer Education Internship

Campbell County Rockpile Museum in Gillette, Wyoming

Museum Education Intern

Compensation: $1,000 stipend per month

Work Schedule: 40 hrs./week

Position Type: Internship, Full-Time

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Rockpile Museum Association (RMA) is dedicated to the growth, development, and success of the Campbell County Rockpile Museum (CCRM). In coordination with that goal, we have funds to hire one education intern in 2025 to assist the CCRM over the course of 8-12 weeks from June-August, depending on the student’s schedule. The CCRM hosts several large summer events and interprets the history of the Powder River Basin to thousands of summer tourists every year.

The primary duties of the intern will be to assist with museum education and programming. This may include our summer tractor show and tractor pull, regular daily interpretation, group tours, and potentially a summer Powwow. From time-to-time secondary duties will be required, such as front desk work, exhibit construction, and other small projects deemed necessary by CCRM staff. Each summer intern typically has a main project they work on everyday as well. The purpose is to expose interns to many elements of museum work over the course of 8-12 weeks. Ideas for projects are welcomed.

The intern must be self-motivated, work independently, willing to learn, and be able to work 40 hours a week. Makeup hours will be scheduled if the student takes time off during the standard work week. The Museum Director will set the student’s schedule based upon the needs of the museum. Some evenings and weekends will be required. The Rockpile Museum’s regular hours to the public are Monday through Saturday, 8:00am-5:00pm.

The RMA Summer Internship will be 8-12 weeks in length and will provide for a room, membership to the local Recreation Center, other special dues and memberships, and a stipend of $1,000.00 a month. Field trip and education excursions will also be available during the summer.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Currently enrolled student at university and in good standing
• Some experience with computer and computer-based equipment
• Self-motivated and strong work ethic
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Well organized with attention to detail
• Good time management and ability to work within a deadline
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to work independently

ADDITIONAL SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Some previous experience in museum or museum-related field is preferred. Graduate students or an incoming graduate student at an accredited University or institution are preferred. Students in Museum Studies, Public History, or Education are preferred, but we will consider students in the history field generally.

Transportation will not be provided. Interns must acquire their own transportation to and from the museum. The intern will be required to attend all RMA Board meetings, generally held on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 3:00pm at the museum.

Payments will be issued via check every month. Students should be prepared to deposit or cash check as needed.

A written and oral final report will be presented to the RMA and the public at the end of the internship, featuring what was learned and any special projects the intern has taken on during their time with the CCRM. The intern will keep a daily work journal to help prepare this final report.

2025 PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

The 2025 Rockpile Museum Association Summer Education Intern’s primary responsibilities will be to assist with museum events and museum education. This will include events like the Sheepherder’s Festival, potential educational trips, Tractor pull and various events and programming. Museum education spans a broad variety of projects which could include assisting with visitors to developing elementary through secondary programs. A specific project will be decided by the student and museum staff.

HOW TO APPLY:

Visit the Rockpile Museum’s Internship page at https://www.campbellcountywy.gov/2023/Internship for more information and all application materials.

Please email Internship Application and all required documents to the RMA at justin.horn@campbellcountywy.gov.

Application Due: March 25, 2025

For Questions, please call the Rockpile Museum at (307) 682-5723.