City of Worcester
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, .
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, .