Fall & Spring Semester Internships

Jewish Women's Archive
Jewish Women's Archive

Newton, MA, USA · Remote

Posted on Aug 27, 2026
The Jewish Women's Archive (JWA) is a global organization devoted to collecting and promoting the extraordinary stories of Jewish women and gender-expansive people. JWA explores the past as a framework for understanding the issues important to women today; inspires young people with remarkable role models; and uses Jewish women's stories to excite people to see themselves as agents of change. Today, JWA is the world's largest collection of information on Jewish women. Each year, millions of people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds, from more than 230 countries, engage with and rely on JWA's resources. JWA hosts public programs; trains the thought leaders of tomorrow through the Rising Voices Fellowship and the Pomegranate Fellowship; sparks conversation with its blog, podcast, and social media presence; and is a leading voice in feminist and Jewish spheres. Interns typically work 5–10 hours per week, and can be virtual, hybrid, or in-person (our office is located in Newton, MA). While JWA does not offer paid internships, we will work with your college/university/institution to secure funding or course credit for your time. Interns may support a variety of projects, such as:- Assisting with the ongoing revision of the Shalvi/Hyman Encyclopedia of Jewish Women by updating entries, adding multimedia illustrations, or related research.- Working with JWA's extensive collections of oral history materials by transcribing, cataloguing, and preparing them for online exhibition.- Researching and writing entries for the "This Week in History" feature.- Contributing to JWA's robust social media presence.- Assisting in the marketing of JWA's events and programs. Experience & Qualifications- Strong writing skills- Detail-oriented- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively- Reliably meets deadlines- Excellent computer skills- Keen interest in the history of Jewish women and feminism- Background in history, gender studies, or Jewish Studies; interest in public history a plus Opportunities- Gain unique insight into the inner workings of a nationally recognized non-profit- Gain research and writing experience and increased understanding of the editorial process- Learn about the rich history of Jewish women- Connect to an influential network of professional women and community partners- Receive professional advice and guidance from JWA's talented staff- Build marketable professional skills How to ApplySubmit the following on JWA's website:- Current resume- Cover letter with at least one professional reference- 2 writing samples