Job Summary: Assist statewide historic preservation organization with rural survey projects in eastern Colorado. Resources in the survey area include cattle ranches, farms, 19th and early 20th century homesteads, one-room schools, stage stops, dams, and sheep camps. Survey results will be used to increase awareness of historic resources in eastern Colorado and enhance heritage tourism efforts in the region. Intern tasks will include research, writing historical contexts, preparing survey forms, and various survey-related administrative tasks.

Time Frame: 3 months with the potential to be extended

Qualifications: A graduate or undergraduate degree in historic preservation, public history, or architectural history.

The successful applicant will have outstanding research, writing, and editing skills and be able to juggle many tasks and responsibilities. Applicant should be familiar with architectural terminology and the National Register of Historic Places. Experience with surveying and mapping is preferred. Experience with Excel and website design a plus. Applicant should be willing to travel, including fieldwork trips of up to a weeks duration in isolated, rural areas.

The survey intern must perform effectively in both independent and team settings and have excellent organization and communication skills. The position requires attention to detail and the ability to operate in a careful and efficient manner that consistently produces accurate work products within established schedules.

Benefits: $15 per hour. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to work with a statewide preservation organization and gain experience with conducting large-scale historic resources surveys.

Housing: Housing is the responsibility of the intern. However, Colorado Preservation, Inc. will assist with locating suitable accommodations.