Spring 2026 - Adena Mansion and Gardens Internship Job at Ohio History Connection, Chillicothe, OH

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  • Ohio History Connection
  • Chillicothe, OH

Job Description

The Ohio History Connection's mission is to Spark Discovery of Ohio's stories.
Embrace the present, share the past and transform the future.

Position: Spring 2026 – Adena Mansion and Gardens Internship

Type: Unpaid Internship

Schedule: Part-time, unpaid ten-week position starting on Monday, January 26, 2026 and ending Friday, April 10, 2026

Notes on Schedule: Monday -Friday 9:00am – 3:00pm - hours to be determined, flexible with students course schedule

Location: Adena Mansion & Gardens located at 847 Adena Road Chillicothe, OH 45601

Reports to: Site Superintendent

Application Period: Applications will be accepted until January 2, 2026. Once the position closes, applications will be reviewed and those candidates best fitting the needs of the position will be contacted for an interview.

About Ohio History Connection:

The Ohio History Connection, formerly the Ohio Historical Society, is a statewide history organization with the mission to spark discovery of Ohio's stories. Chartered in 1885, the OHC carries out history services for Ohio and its citizens focused on preserving and sharing the state's history. This includes housing the state historic preservation office, the official state archives, local history office and managing more than 50 sites and museums across Ohio.

Summary:

Adena Mansion and Gardens is seeking engaging students to assist with the interpretation of this amazing site. Interns may participate in several ways: gardening, educational or interpretive programming, special events assistance, and other roles.

Essential Functions:

1. Early- season gardening and greenhouse operation and maintenance.

2. Docent / tour guide skill development, historical research skill development.

3. General ground maintenance.

Required Education, Skills, Experience:

· Must be enrolled in an academic program OR a recent graduate from an academic program (within one year)

· Majors in Environmental or Historical Education, Horticulture, Resource Management.

Required Competencies:

· Works well both independently and with and in support of colleagues to complete work.

· Demonstrates a potential to communicate well in written and verbal communications, including informal mediums like email and meetings

Other Requirements:

· Must complete a background check and internship onboarding paperwork

· Must create and account, log internships hours and sign up for internship shifts via Track It Forward

· Must present at the summer internship summit

· Must attend professional development opportunities and meetings when requested

Education and Experience Outcomes:

1. Understand early- season gardening techniques and greenhouse operation.

2. Develop docent / tour guide skills, develop historical research skills.

3. Experience with off-season ground maintenance.

4. Trail maintenance and development techniques.

Application Instructions

To apply, visit and use the Applicant Tracking System to apply. Include resume, cover letter, and applicable application materials. For questions and accommodations, email applicant@ohiohistory.org or call 614-297-2500

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Job Tags

Part time, Summer internship, Work at office, Local area, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Shift work,

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