MNHS Press Editorial Intern Minnesota Historical Society

Summary
DESCRIPTION:

The editorial intern works with editors in the MNHS Press (book publishing); MNopedia (the online encyclopedia of Minnesota history), and Minnesota History (quarterly peer-reviewed magazine). Each function has specific editorial needs, but our work processes overlap as we acquire manuscripts for publication, evaluate their quality, diagnose editorial tasks, work with authors to improve the text, and perform copyediting and proofing as the manuscripts move through production. Because much of the hiring in publishing houses relies on recommendations made by those who work at other publishing houses, this internship is intended to attract candidates who otherwise would not have access to publishing—and thus to increase the diversity and inclusivity of the industry.

Responsibilities

Press: evaluate proposals and manuscripts; participate in development discussions; assist with copyediting and proofing; carry out photo research for Press titles; fact-check manuscripts; write and review metadata; other tasks as needed;

Minnesota History: fact-check articles and endnotes; perform photo research; write/compile book notes for Take Three feature; log and acknowledge article submissions; review select article submissions;

MNopedia: identify broken links; fact-check entries; research images; write an entry;

Attend editorial, acquisitions, launch, and production meetings to observe and contribute to the publishing process;

Assist with mailings and database maintenance, take editing test, set up and do informational interviews.

Seminar Events
Interns are required to participate in three, in-person seminars focused on professional development, learning how cultural organizations operate, and building a network of industry professionals. At the end of the semester, interns complete a final presentation to share their work.

Please ensure you are available for these dates when applying:

Thursday, September 24 from 11:30am-1:00pm

Thursday, October 15

Thursday, November 12 from 2:00pm-4:00pm

Final Presentations: Thursday, December 17 from 11:00am-1:00pm

Key Details
Compensation:

Typical starting salary$16.50 hourly

Term:

September 14, 2026 – December 20, 2026

Schedule:

PT (15 hours/week)

Format:

In-Person

Deadline:

07/14/2026

Eligibility
QUALIFICATIONS:

Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student, or have graduated within the past 12 months at the time of application.

Ideal candidates might be currently pursuing, or have graduated with a degree in the following areas: English, history, anthropology, journalism, American studies, or related field

Familiarity with or willingness to learn Microsoft Word and Excel, Google Docs, FileMaker Pro, and other software applications, as well as MNHS library procedures.

Ability to research, write, and communicate clearly and accurately.

Ability to track details.

Comfortable with taking on multiple tasks and working with more than one supervisor.

About
The Minnesota Historical Society preserves Minnesota’s past, shares our state’s stories and connects people with history in meaningful ways, for today and for tomorrow. Because history matters!

We’re part of Minnesota’s rich history. Since 1849, we’ve grown to become one of the largest and most prestigious historical societies in the country. We play an important role in our state’s historic preservation, education and tourism; and provide the public with award-winning programs, exhibitions and events.

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