History Internship

Put your historical thinking skills into practice. OU History has partnered with museums, businesses, civic organizations, historical associations, law firms and libraries in and beyond Michigan.

History students have interned for workplaces such as Oakland County Historical Society, Selfridge Air Museum and Kresge Library. Students have gained experience working on World War II planes, organizing archives and engaging in public history. These invaluable experiences will help prepare you for the job market or graduate school.

Students receive academic credit for their internship, including those that are paid.

Requirements

Step 1: Fill out our Internship Form

If you are interested in an internship opportunity, please fill out this Google Form. This form helps us determine the best internship experience for you.

If you already have an internship opportunity, please fill out the form to sign up for HST 3930: Field Experience in History.

Step 2: Set up a meeting

After completing the internship form, contact our internship coordinator, Associate Professor of History George Milne ([email protected]), to set up a virtual or in-person meeting. He will review your filled out form and discuss potential internship opportunities with you.

Step 3: Sign up for HST 3930: Field Experience in History

After you meet with Milne, you will sign up for HST 3930: Field Experience in History. The credits can range from 1 to 4, depending on your academic needs. You must have at least 48 credits with at least 12 history credits (at least four credits at the 3000 level) earned at Oakland University with a B average or permission of the instructor. 

Questions

Contact Internship Coordinator and Associate Professor of History George Milne at [email protected].