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As a volunteer, you will be an invaluable member of the Museum and part of a select and dedicated group of individuals who will represent the institution to our visitors.

For more information, please call 978-745-9500.


Public Relations Intern

The public relations department is looking for an enthusiastic intern for the Spring 2007 semester. Gain valuable experience working for one of the nation's top museums. Part-time, 20 hours a week, may qualify for stipend.

Responsibilities

The PR intern will have a broad range of responsibilities including: maintaining an extensive database; preparing packets of PEM's media coverage; distributing press releases and images for the museum's exhibitions; assisting with press receptions and previews; writing media alerts for select museum events; maintaining records and files of media coverage; and assisting the PR Associate with general inquiries and requests.

Qualifications

Candidate should have demonstrated computer skills; strong communication skills; good attention to detail; ability to work independently as needed; interest in public relations or related fields a plus; some college preferred.

Send resumes by December 15 to Colette Randall.

No phone calls please.

Marketing Intern

The Peabody Essex Museum's busy Marketing Department is seeking a bright and energetic student to work as an intern for the Spring 2007 semester. Full or part-time, minimum 20 hours/week. May qualify for stipend. Gain valuable experience working for a world-renowned museum.

Responsibilities

Research and write monthly newsletter sent to the tourism industry; assist in researching media outlets and promotional partnerships; research and write monthly highlights for radio stations; coordinate the distribution of materials to museum partners; process donation requests and records; collect and analyze information gathered from programming and event surveys; assist the Marketing Associate in fulfilling in sales leads; data entry; open and sort mail; and file and organize the office.

Qualifications

The qualified candidate should have: demonstrated computer skills; exemplary oral and written communications skills; experience with general office systems; strong organizational and people skills; attention to detail; comfortable phone presence; ability to multi-task while maintaining deadlines; ability to work independently as needed; team oriented and a collaborative attitude a must; interest or experience in marketing or related fields a plus; high school, some college preferred.

Send resumes by December 15 to marketingintern@pem.org.

No phone calls please.

PEM's collection of Maritime art is internationally renowned.
PEM's collection of Maritime art is internationally renowned.

Construction Assistant Volunteer

The Exhibits Construction department is looking for an enthusiastic volunteer. Gain valuable experience working for one of the nation's top museums. One full day per week or flexible hours.

Responsibilities

The Exhibits Construction volunteer will assist as able in all phases of gallery fit-up and breakdown of exhibit furniture. Work might include any and or all of the following; construction of casework, platforms, and walls, fabrication of plexiglass, metal or wood components, painting furniture, hanging signage, moving furniture into or out of storage areas.

Qualifications

Knowledge of and experience with basic hand tools such as drill, hand saw, mat knife, and measuring tape. Familiar with spackling and painting. Duties can be tailored to individuals strengths. Candidate should be comfortable with work conditions that may involve getting a little messy. Jobs may vary from day to day depending on departmental needs. Extreme care must be exercised when working in the proximity of the collections to avoid causing any damage.

Please send resumes to Daiana Rosario, Human Resource Assistant, Peabody Essex Museum, East India Square, Salem MA 01970 .



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