HISTORICAL COMMISSION INTERN

HISTORICAL COMMISSION INTERN
DIVISION OF PLANNING
CITY OF WORCESTER HISTORICAL COMMISSION INTERN

The City of Worcester is seeking a Historical Commission Intern to assist the City of Worcester's Planning Division with research pertaining to ongoing Local Historic District studies. Ancillary duties will include drafting Historical Commission meeting minutes, scanning documents, and other related duties as assigned.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS:

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

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Competency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent research and writing skills
• Background in working with primary and secondary sources for historical research
• Attention to detail
• Regular onsite attendance is required

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma
• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in history, historic preservation, architecture, planning, or related field
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree
• Currently pursuing a master's degree in history, historic preservation, architecture, planning, or related field
• Demonstrated ability to conduct detailed research using primary and secondary sources
• Prior experience collecting and recording data or participating in compliance/enforcement activities

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

To apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment 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, AUGUST 1, 2025, 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, 508-799-1030, Hiring@worcesterma.gov.