Internships

MMGM offers internship opportunities year-round for college and graduate students interested in careers in geology, chemistry, museum studies, and more.

Summer Internship Application Process

Sept. 1, 2025 – Feb. 8, 2026: Applications Accepted

Feb. 9 – Feb 13, 2026: Candidate Review and Selection

Feb. 16, 2026: Selected Applicants Notified

March 2, 2026: Selected Applicants Must Confirm Acceptance

*Applicants interested in Fall or Spring semester internships should send a resume and letter of inquiry detailing their area of study and internship goals to Kristy Griffin, Executive Director at kgriffin@mainemineralmuseum.org

The Bedell Internship

Created by Richard L. Bedell to support MMGM, the Bedell Internship offers undergraduate students the opportunity to pursue their unique area of interest in geologic research. This is a 6-week paid internship, occurring over the summer months at MMGM. Interns will work with their internship supervisor to outline a project that supports the intern’s educational goals and aligns with available opportunities at the William “Skip” Simmons Research Laboratory at MMGM. Housing is provided. Applications are due February 8, 2026.

Museum Internships

MMGM offers internships to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in Museum Studies, Geology, or related fields. This includes Museum Education, Collections Management, and Curation. Internships may range from 6 to 12 weeks, as determined by the intern and internship supervisor. A weekly stipend and housing are available for selected interns. Applications are due February 8, 2026.

MMGM Internship Application

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Internships

The Bedell Internship

Museum Internships

MMGM Internship Application

Education

Employment or Volunteer History (if applicable)

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