Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library

Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library encompasses an unrivaled museum of American decorative arts in its mansion and galleries and a magnificent 60-acre naturalistic garden—all set on 1,000 gorgeous acres.

Winterthur employs a wide array of positions in the areas of curatorial, horticulture, education, conservation, library, maintenance, marketing, development, technology, and administration.

Winterthur offers a unique and rewarding experience that is rich in culture and natural beauty. Winterthur considers its employees and volunteers to be among its greatest assets and welcomes applications from candidates who will contribute their specific skills to its mission “to inspire, enlighten, and delight all of its visitors while preserving and enhancing [Winterthur]” and also uphold its core values of agility, excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusion, and transparency.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The GIS and Plant Records intern will help with the mapping and documentation of Winterthur’s living plant collection, as well as mapping of its natural and cultural resources.  The intern will develop skills in ArcGIS Online and ArcPro, spatial data management, field mapping, and plants records management. This internship is a good fit for applicants interested in GIS, Public Gardens, environmental science, cultural landscape management and related fields. This internship is a great opportunity to build real-world GIS and plant records experience while contributing to the stewardship of a nationally recognized garden.

Application: Please apply prior to March 19, 2027. At the time of application, you will be required to submit a cover letter and resume. Should you advance in the interview process, we will require a copy of your most recent transcript and two letters of recommendation. Position will close early with a successful candidate hiring.

Please note: Winterthur is currently unable to consider applicants from countries outside the United States.

Compensation: $15.76 per hour

Benefits: 403b with employer match for eligible employees; discounts in the museum store and cafe; free general admission for you and your immediate family. Limited free housing available on site.

Work Schedule:  
Dates of Employment: Preferred start and end dates: May 18, 2027 – August 13, 2027. 
Working Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 2:30 pm (35 hours/week plus optional 5 extra hours).

Responsibilities:

1. Work with ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online to create, edit, and publish map layers for Winterthur’s online map suite.
2. Design and help maintain field data-collection apps using ArcGIS Field Maps and Survey123, collect points and lines in the field using the latest mapping equipment, and scan and georeferenced historic maps of design as well as infrastructure to create new digital layers that support long-term documentation of the estate.
3. Assist with plant records tasks, which include working with the plant order to verify the recording of plants, updating plant profiles, creating plant labels on a laser printer, and placing labels beside plants in the garden.

Minimum Experience: Minimum of three months of experience in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, Horticulture or related field. Preferred: One year of experience in geography, environmental science, horticulture or related field with GIS experience.

Minimum Education: At minimum, one semester of coursework in GIS, Geography, environmental science, horticulture or related field. Preferred: enrolled in an accredited college or university or graduate of an accredited college or university with coursework in GIS, environmental science, horticulture or related field.

Knowledge/Skills:

1. Experience with ArcGIS and/or ArcPro and ArcOnline.
2. Knowledge of data conversion from CAD to GIS.
3. Basic Knowledge of or experience using ESRI field mapping applications.
4. Experience working with GIS datasets.

Essential Functions:

1. Ability to work at a computer for up to 8 hours a day
2. Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
3. Ability to navigate rough terrain.

Thank you for considering Winterthur Museum job opportunities.