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We are looking for volunteers!
If you've got database experience, a talent for informal education, boundless creativity, or a passion for Glen Carbon, you should join us!
As a volunteer, you will:
-Assist visitors, students, and tours
-Work on local history projects
-Work at the Yanda Log Cabin
-Sort collections items
-Team up with landscaping staff at the museum or Yanda Log Cabin
-Safeguard Glen Carbon's heritage for future generations
All volunteers must complete a background check through the Village of Glen Carbon.
Fill out this volunteer application and email it to gcmuseum@glen-carbon.il.us or call 618.288.7271 for more information.
Need Museum experience?
Interns who work at the Heritage Museum gain hands-on experience and can apply their time for school credit!
Interns can choose from a number of projects, including:
-Organizing, digitizing, and preserving our photo collection
-Inventorying, accessioning, and deaccessioning museum objects
-Creating and performing public programs and community engagement initiatives
-Organizing, planning, and installing exhibitions within the museum and other exhibition spaces
Read the full internship description here.
Applicants must provide a resume and cover letter than explains interest or intent in applying for the internship. A background check through the Village of Glen Carbon is required. Unofficial transcripts may be requested from qualifying applicants. Submit your resume and cover letter to sdoolin@glen-carbon.il.us or call 618.288.7271 for more information.