Our summer internships offer educational opportunities to qualified applicants in a variety of departments at this vibrant outdoor museum and living farm in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts. Interns contribute to the successful operation of this dynamic public site while expanding their skills and knowledge of professional museum functions and practices. Interns receive a stipend to offset expenses.
In 2025, this immersive, ten-week paid internship program runs June 3-August 8. Internships are full time (35-40 hours/week) and may include weekend shifts. A stipend of $3,000 as well as on-site housing is provided.
Specific internships are listed below. For more information about each internship and more details about the application process, click on Hancock Shaker Village Internships 2025. Deadline for applications is March 21, 2025.
- Engagement & Development
- Farm Education
- Garden
- Hospitality & Special Events
- Livestock
- Museum Education & Interpretation ( Religious Studies focus)
Hancock Shaker Village is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or political affiliation.