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 🔗Preservation Technician

  • Full Time
  • Deerfield, MA
  • $45,000 - $50,000 USD / Year
  • May 1, 2026
  • Department: Historic Preservation
  • Job Summary: The Preservation Technician is an entry-level, 12-month position that assists with the preservation, restoration, repair, study, and documentation of Historic Deerfield’s 55 buildings, with the possibility of transitioning to a permanent role.
  • Job Qualifications:

    A bachelor’s or master’s degree in historic preservation, architectural history, or a related field is required. Candidates should possess a basic understanding of the history of American architecture and construction, as well as a familiarity with the Secretary of Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. While not a requirement of the position, candidates with any hands-on work experience in a preservation trade or in building conservation are certainly encouraged to apply.

    A detailed job description can be found at: https://www.historic-deerfield.org/employment.

  • How to Apply:

    To apply: please submit a cover letter, resume or CV, and the names and contact information of three references to Betsy McKee, Assistant to the President, at jobs@historic-deerfield.org. Review of applications will begin on May 1, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.

  • Job benefits: Health, Paid Time Off
  • Physical Demands / Work Environment: PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Sitting, standing, and walking for prolonged periods of time indoors and outdoors. • Ability to go up and down stairs with ease and to occasionally climb ladders. • Occasionally bend, squat, and reach in tight spaces such as cellars and attics. • Consistent with its obligations under the law, the Museum will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of their job. WORKING CONDITIONS • Work for this position is performed in an interior/office environment and at a variety of historic buildings. It requires occasional work outside, sometimes in inclement weather, and in spaces such as attics, basements, and barns. This position is occasionally exposed to dust, mold, and / or other organic material or other irritants. Appropriate personal protective equipment provided. • Requires regular travel around Historic Deerfield’s campus to visit historic buildings and attend meetings in various departments, as well as occasional travel to off-campus locations and events. • This position may be eligible for a limited telework arrangement in compliance with the organization’s Telework Policy. • Weekend and evening work may sometimes be required.
  • Application Email: jobs@historic-deerfield.org
  • Application URL: https://www.historic-deerfield.org/employment/

Website Historic Deerfield, Inc.

Historic Deerfield is a museum of history, art, and architecture along a mile-long street laid out in 1671 and still lined with 18th- and 19th-century houses on their original sites.

Supporting the work of the Director of Historic Preservation and Architectural Research, this entry-level, 12-month contractual position assists with a wide and interesting variety of preservation work, including preservation project management, architectural research and documentation, and public engagement. The successful candidate will also assist with the ongoing study, restoration, and interpretation of the Asa & Emilia Stebbins House, a circa 1799 brick house built during the early Federal period.

The core duties and responsibilities of this position will evolve with the priorities of the Department of Historic Preservation, but may include:

  • researching best preservation treatments for painting, carpentry, and masonry projects;
  • documenting our preservation projects through photography and written reports;
  • coordinating with outside contractors for work on our historic buildings;
  • assisting with annual visual inspections and assessments of our historic houses;
  • assisting with the development of public programming and special events related to historic preservation and architecture;
  • assisting the Director of Historic Preservation and Architectural Research with historic structure reports (HSRs) and architectural summary reports; and contributing to social media and other public engagement efforts.

A detailed job description can be found at: https://www.historic-deerfield.org/employment

Benefits

All NCPE interns received an hourly stipend, the rate is listed at each position description. Additionally, interns receive paid time off (PTO), paid Federal holidays if working full-time, and access to NCPE's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for career and personal counseling, coaching, and referrals. Project sites may also offer a housing allowance and/or commuting stipend; this information is also listed in the description or offered during the interview.

Eligible NCPE interns who successfully complete their internships may count their position towards earning a Public Land Corps (PLC) Non-Competitive Hiring Authority certificate. To be eligible to earn a PLC certificate, an intern must be 30 years old or younger (or 35 if a veteran). Once earned, the PLC hiring authority certificate may be used to apply for eligible Federal temporary, term, or permanent positions. Successful completion of a NCPE internship does not guarantee Federal employment. Contact manager@preservenet.org for more details.

Eligibility

To be eligible, applicants must be
*at least 18 years old;
*no older than 30 years of age (or 35 years if a Veteran) when beginning the internship; applicants who are 31 or older (or 36 or older if a Veteran) are not eligible;
*currently enrolled in a degree-seeking academic program at the college level (or recently graduated within the past 12 months)
*be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident.

Interns are not allowed to work more than 1200 hours total in the program; previous interns must stay within this overall limit. The length of an internship can vary from 10 to 30 weeks if full-time (40 hours per week) or longer if on a part-time schedule. If selected, the exact starting date will be determined by you and the NPS supervisor. The stipend rate is $17.00 per hour unless otherwise listed.

The successful candidate is responsible for finding and paying for travel to and housing at the internship location; some exceptions apply. The supervising office may be able to assist in locating housing but it is ultimately up to the individual accepting the internship to find accommodation.

The National Council requires all interns working in-person at Federal facilities and/or with Federal employees receive the Covid-19 vaccination. Please be advised that you may also be required to wear a mask, depending on the protocols adopted by your work site. Also be aware that, due to Government-wide security requirements, a background check will be required if you are selected for a position. This will include providing information about recent housing and employment history. The position supervisor will have more information about these requirements and procedures at the time of hiring. You may direct any questions to NCPE's Internship Program Director, Julee Johnson, at manager@preservenet.org.

Please note that interns are not NCPE or NPS employees. Stipends are academic awards and taxes are not withheld, nor are social security contributions made on your behalf. These funds may be taxable, however, so consult a tax preparation professional if you have questions.

How to Apply

You may review NCPE's internship opportunities anytime without registering. Use the search function to find listings by location, keyword, or area of interest/category. Once you identify one or more positions of interest, there is a 3-step application process.

Step 1: Click on the Apply for Job button, then select Universal Application. Click on Register to create a User Account, which requires a username and email. A link will be sent to you from manager@preservenet.org to create a password. We suggest that you add this email to your safe senders list so you don't miss receiving this important link. You will be instructed to Log In to Preservenet using your username or email and password, which will take you back to the Universal Application.

Step 2: The Universal Application is required to apply for all NCPE internships. You fill out this form only once. In addition to contact information, educational status, work history, and experience, it requires two attachments: (1) the 2 most recent years of academic transcripts. These may be unofficial transcripts if official versions are unavailable. A PDF is preferred, labeled Your Your Last Name_Your First Name_Transcript. (2) a resume or CV (curriculum vitae). Please limit to a maximum of 4 pages; 2 pages are preferred. A PDF is preferred but jpg, png, doc, or docx file types are accepted. Label Your Last Name_Your First Name_Resume. This form may be saved as a draft and completed later. Use the link provided to return to the form.

Step 3: Once you submit the Universal Application, you may browse and apply for NCPE internships using the link provided. Complete the application process by clicking on the Apply for job button found at each internship listing and upload the required Essay. Use the essay to explain why you are applying for an internship, including how your interest areas will benefit the National Park Service (NPS) and how the internship will further your studies and career goals. Be as specific as possible; there is a 400-word maximum length. Submit the essay to finish the application for that position. You may apply for a maximum of 6 internships during an application round; there is no limit at other times of the year. DO NOT SKIP THIS STEP!



Logging in with a Registered User Account and completing the Universal Application is required to apply for NCPE Internships. Please visit the Universal Application page to register for an account and complete the form. After logging in and completing the form, refreshing this listing will display the Job Application to apply online.