HISTORIC SAVANNAH FOUNDATION

HISTORIC PRESERVATION EASEMENT INTERNSHIP

Part-time, Paid Internship
Reports to Director of Preservation & Historic Properties

OVERVIEW

Help Historic Savannah Foundation complete its annual historic preservation easement inspections. HSF currently holds protective easements on 420 properties and the monitoring reports from this annual assessment are essential for helping homeowners maintain the historic integrity of our beloved city’s buildings. We are now accepting applications for this paid summer internship opportunity!

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Conduct daily site visits to properties
  • Perform condition assessments
  • Take comprehensive photographs of properties
  • Complete reports containing assessment details
  • Handle database administration work
  • Learn from our Director of Preservation & Historic Properties

REQUIRED PROFICIENCIES

  • Enrolled in a post-secondary level institution studying preservation or related field
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  • Ability to work outdoors in variable climate conditions

DURATION

This internship starts in mid-June (no exceptions) and will run until completed. Estimated time commitment is 8-10 weeks.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your resume to Kendall Graham at [email protected]

COMPENSATION

$10.00/hour
This internship is a part-time position.

ABOUT HISTORIC SAVANNAH FOUNDATION
Historic Savannah Foundation (HSF), a leading nonprofit cultural institution, saves the buildings, places and stories that define Savannah’s past, present and future. Founded in 1955 when seven brave women banded together to save the Isaiah Davenport House, Historic Savannah Foundation spearheaded the preservation movement in Savannah. The organization continues to preserve and operate The Davenport House Museum, sharing its important story with the community, and operates a Revolving Fund to save endangered historic properties, now totaling over 420 buildings throughout several of Savannah’s historic districts. After 70 years of outreach, education and advocacy, HSF continues to lead preservation efforts throughout the Savannah community.