^{Maryrose Hicko was the 2024 collections intern. (National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum)}

The Collections intern will be responsible for research, cataloging, digital photography, inventory, condition reporting, data entry and rehousing of a specific division of the permanent collection. These divisions include uniforms, equipment, ballpark artifacts, personal artifacts, artwork, and textiles.  Each summer, a different division of the museum collection is chosen as a primary focus for the project and ongoing artifact-based projects are also available subject to departmental needs and conservation recommendations. This position requires graduate level expertise in the analysis and handling of textiles obtained through graduate study, prior internships, projects, volunteer work and previous positions.

One position available, graduate level preferred. Majors include archaeology, anthropology, public history, museum studies, or similar.

^{Kristen Gowdy was the 2014 public relations intern. (Ross Insana/National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum)}

The Communications intern will assist the Communications department with daily responsibilities and media relations. Responsibilities include: producing copy for the Hall of Fame website and magazine; assisting in research for publications; aiding in event plan execution; editing press releases; assembling press kits; updating email lists; producing Inside Pitch stories; assembling media credentials; and assisting with mailing lists for Club Content material. Candidates will ideally possess some or all of the following qualities: enjoyment of baseball, high energy level, flexible disposition, reliability, outstanding writing and organizational skills, basic web proficiency and the ability to lift and carry 50-pound loads.

One position available, undergraduate level preferred. Majors include journalism, communications, or similar.

The Curatorial Department intern will assist with departmental projects while learning about exhibition planning and preparation. This position offers an opportunity to learn how the NBHFM curators work cross-departmentally with the exhibits, collections, and archives teams. The successful candidate must be a detail-oriented graduate student with the ability to work independently and be passionate about history (baseball knowledge is a plus).

Daily duties will include (but not limited to) conducting primary and secondary research on the history and provenance of Museum artifacts to support current curatorial projects. The Curatorial Intern will work closely with the curators to write and edit exhibit labels for selected artifacts while honing administrative and communication skills as well as other related duties as assigned.

Please include a writing sample (exhibit labels or short essay) with the application.

One position available, graduate level preferred. Majors include history, museum studies, public history, or similar.

The Data Analyst interns will assist the Museum’s development department in various data related projects related to the membership program, fundraising, visitor satisfaction, and museum visitation. The Data Analyst interns will gain hands-on experience through the following activities: assisting the Manager of Data Analytics in membership data review, analyzing data to interpret trends to provide direction for future giving programs, and gathering data to populate the Museum’s research tool. Projects may also include analyzing visitor satisfaction data and data related to museum attendance and our visitors. Additional functions will include assisting the membership and development department in providing high levels of customer service as well as support towards sales goals.

Two positions available, undergraduate preferred. Majors include business administration, management information systems, data journalism, data science, applied mathematics, statistics, or similar.

The Development/Membership interns assist the Museum’s fundraising efforts – primarily focused on helping to increase enrollment in the Hall of Fame membership program and serving Museum visitors. Interns will gain customer service, data entry, data processing, and sales skills through the promotion of the Hall of Fame's membership program. Working face-to-face and over the phone, interns practice salesmanship and learn about the department’s business practices and marketing initiatives. The interns develop business etiquette and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment.

Two positions available, undergraduate preferred. Majors include business administration, marketing, sports management, non-profit management, or similar.

^{Adam Lathrop was a 2015 library intern. (Parker Fish/National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum)}

The Library interns will be on the front lines in the day-to-day operations of a major specialized library. Primarily, they will assist patrons by providing research material and answering questions that come in person, by letter, fax, phone and e-mail. Typical duties include, but are not limited to: gathering and re-shelving materials for researchers; maintaining the appointment calendar; creating digital resources for researchers and staff; assisting staff with fact-checking and editing; and providing support during Hall of Fame and Hall of Fame Library events. Previous library and/or archives experience is strongly preferred. Candidates should be customer service-oriented, flexible, and energetic in nature, interested in history and baseball research, have enthusiasm for learning, be well-organized, and possess an attention for detail. Writing and editing experience is a plus, particularly if baseball-related, though it is not necessary.

Two positions available, graduate level preferred. Majors in library science, archival science, information science, history, English, or similar.

The Licensing & Sales Intern will participate in the planning, development, and implementation methods for reaching potential licensing partners for the Hall of Fame. The intern will assist in the updating and maintaining of existing licensing agreements. This may include reviewing agreement terms, royalty payouts, product approval, and proper use of the Hall of Fame's trademark. The Intern will assist in the breakdown of the Hall of Fame's licensing program by product category and identify key partners within each category. The intern may also assist the sales team to identify potential groups/facility renters who might visit as well as help to shape the marketing plan and outreach for the department.

One position available, undergraduate preferred. Majors include business administration, marketing, or similar.

^{Oleg Sheahan was the 2024 multimedia intern. (Veronica Garza/National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum)}

The Multimedia intern will work within the Hall of Fame’s digital content department to enhance the institution’s storytelling operations for online audiences. Responsibilities include creating and editing engaging video stories and short clips for use on social media platforms; assisting in video shoots serving as camera operator and video editor; and producing evergreen collateral that supports the Museum’s strategic initiatives including membership, programming, and special experiences.

The ideal candidate will have strong storytelling instincts, knowledge of proper equipment operation, and non-linear editing experience (Adobe Creative Suite).

One position available, undergraduate preferred. Majors include film/video production, sports journalism

^{Tynan Weathers was a 2024 Public Programming Intern.}

The Programming interns serve to enhance the experience of visitors to the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. Typical duties include working with other programming interns to design and present public programs in the museum on a daily basis, including guided tours, Artifact Spotlight programs, museum theater performances, and hands-on activities and demonstrations for audiences of all sizes. In addition to team responsibilities, each intern will also work independently to develop their own interactive program specifically designed for family audience and planning major museum events such as the Annual All-Star Game Gala and Induction Weekend. Ideal candidates have a learning enthusiasm for speaking publicly, shows energy, creativity and eagerness to work with families in a fun and engaging manner and have a flexible disposition, including experience in sports, museum work, teaching, public relations or historical interpretation.

Four positions available, undergraduate level preferred. Majors include education, museum studies, history, sport management, or similar.

The Social Media intern will work within the Hall of Fame’s digital content department to develop compelling content that resonates with established and emerging audiences. Responsibilities include ideating and creating vertical video content; helping produce copy for posts across platforms; maintaining the institutional content calendar; pitching new ideas to increase social conversation; and reviewing key performance indicators weekly to enhance engagement.

In addition, they will ensure accounts are incorporating best practices in content innovation, assist with graphic design needs through the Adobe Creative Suite and aid in event plan execution.

The ideal candidate is a digital native who has their finger on the pulse of today’s game with an ability to craft shortform narratives with mass appeal.

One position available, undergraduate level preferred. Majors include Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or Sports Marketing.

The Special Events Intern will be involved in the planning and preparation for Hall of Fame Weekend 2025. Daily responsibilities will be to support the logistics, operations, and hospitality elements of the event weekend(s), as assigned. Tasks will include data management and reporting through Cvent, vendor coordination, internal staffing and event logistic plan creation, experience and event documentation, guest communication and management, etc. On-site management of events is required. Some weekend work and after-hour required. Additional event assistance will also be required, on an as needed basis.

One position available, undergraduate level preferred. Majors in hospitality management, event planning preferred.