Iowa 80 Group · 22 hours ago
Museum Studies Internship Summer 2026
Walcott,IA,US
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerIowa 80 Group is a nonprofit organization located on the grounds of the World’s Largest Truckstop, Iowa 80, seeking a self-motivated student for a Summer 2026 Museum Internship. This role will involve researching, writing, and creating engaging content and displays to enhance the visitor experience at the Iowa 80 Trucking Museum.
RetailService Industry
No H1B
Responsibilities
Research antique trucks on display
Write and edit long form content on archival materials
Coordinate and oversee design of Iowa 80 Trucking Museum informational exhibit signs and stands
Assist with editing of information residing on the Iowa 80 Trucking Museum app
Assist in creation of display vignettes to enhance visitor experience
Assist with event preparation and coordination for the 2026 Truckers Jamboree
Assist in tracking participants’ satisfaction with programs and museum displays
Photograph trucks, events, artifacts and displays as needed
Catalog artifacts as needed
Develop visitor engagement activities from idea to implementation
Generate social media content in various forms
Special projects assigned with a final presentation to management team and fellow interns
Qualification
Required
Must be enrolled in a college Fall 2026, majoring in Museum Studies and/or Marketing
Must be available Monday-Friday (40 hours per week), with some extended hours during events that include weekends
Must be able to work with a team and individually
Must be willing and able to demonstrate a creative mindset and attention to detail
Must have excellent writing skills
Proficiency in Office Suite required
Must have familiarity with social media outlets including but not limited to TikTok, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook
You must have the permanent, legal right to work in the U.S. We do not sponsor visas
Preferred
Basic Adobe Photoshop experience is a plus but not required!
Benefits
Paid every Friday!
FUEL discount at the Iowa 80 Truckstop!
20% discount on general merchandise
10% discount on meals
Company
Iowa 80 Group
Iowa 80 Group specializes in the trucking industry.
Founded in 1964
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
Springfield Business Journal
2025-01-08
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