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Kentucky Heritage Council

Internship and Certificate Program

​​​The Kentucky Heritage Council's Internship Program provides college students with professional experience in different areas of historic preservation. Under the supervision of KHC staff, participants learn the fundamentals and methods of governmental preservation work while developing skillsets applicable to their future careers.

Intern positions are unpaid, but may qualify for academic credit if an agreement is made between KHC and the intern's university or college. Positions are offered by the semester (spring, summer, or fall) and candidates may select from a series of program tracks (see below).

Upon successful completion,​ you will receive a Kentucky Heritage Council “Historic Preservation Certificate" recognizing you have been trained in accordance with SHPO standards and have demonstrated proficient skills in the respective program track.

Why Participate?

  • Gain and develop professional experience in the field of preservation
  • Mentorship by preservation professionals
  • Networking opportunities
  • Explore careers in public history, archaeology, and much more
  • Strengthen your resume
  • Earn a KHC “Historic Preservation" Certificate
  • Help preserve Kentucky's historic places​​

Application

To be considered for an internship, please complete the application form and submit it, along with your resume and letter of interest, via the Application Portal below.

​​​​​ ​​​​​ ​​​​​Internship Application​​ ​ ​ ​

​​​​​ ​​​​​APPLICATION PORTAL​ ​ ​

Application deadlines:

  • Summer (March 1)
  • Fall (July 1)
  • Spring (October 1)​

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