Do you love to bring history to life, enjoy creating memorable experiences, and want to work for a worthy cause? We may have the perfect job! The Nantucket Historical Association seeks energetic and positive visionaries who will help bring the NHA to new heights.
The Nantucket Historical Association is an equal opportunity employer.
Digitization Assistant
Are you interested in preserving and sharing Nantucket’s unique history? Are you looking for a behind-the-scenes, part-time job in a quiet atmosphere?
The NHA Research Library is hiring both year round and seasonally for its digitization program. You will have the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art equipment to digitize one-of-a-kind relics of Nantucket’s past that will be shared worldwide.
Critical skills are an eye for detail and a willingness to learn. No previous digitization or library experience is required; we will train in object handling, equipment use, and workflows.
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Please email a brief letter of interest, resume, and a professional reference to Ashley Miller, [email protected].
Museum Shop Attendant
The NHA is seeking a Museum Shop Attendant who is responsible for the prompt and courteous service of patrons. Duties include collecting payments, stocking shelves, ensuring cleanliness of the work and storage area and maintaining Museum Shop inventory. Applicants must have excellent cash handling skills, customer relation skills and the ability to lift (40) pounds. This position requires the ability to accommodate a flexible schedule including weekends.
Please email a brief letter of interest, resume, and a professional reference to [email protected].
Visitor Services Representative
The Nantucket Historical Association seeks Whaling Museum Visitor Services Representatives to sell tickets, welcome visitors, and provide information about program offerings to the visiting public. Applicants must have excellent cash handling skills and enjoy interacting with visitors. A minimum commitment of two days/week is required, and Saturday availability.
Please send resumes to [email protected]
Museum Guides
Do you love Nantucket history and want to learn more? Do you love to engage with an audience? The NHA wants YOU to join our team to provide tours of the Whaling Museum and Historic Properties. Guides must be enthusiastic and present information factually. Love of theater, a plus!
Fill out a job application here!
Please send completed applications, resume, and references to [email protected]
NHA Internship Opportunities
The Nantucket Historical Association’s internship program allows a dynamic group of students with varied interests, strengths, and goals to immerse themselves in an outstanding educational and professional environment. Interns learn and work directly with professionals in a team-based, collaborative environment.
The application period for Summer 2026 Internships is now open and closed on February 15, 2026.
Fellowship Opportunities
E. Geoffrey and Elizabeth Thayer Verney Fellowship
The application period for the 2022 E. Geoffrey and Elizabeth Thayer Verney Fellowship is open. The deadline for applications is Tuesday, February 28, 2023.
Volunteer Opportunities
The Nantucket Historical Association has many jobs for volunteers.