HumanitiesDC seeks people who are passionate about the two words that make up our name, humanities + DC, to help us build an enthusiastic, talented and engaging team. We are wholly invested in cultivating an equitable and dynamic work environment that embodies our values and centers community.
HumanitiesDC is an equal opportunity employer. Please see below for our open positions.
Volunteer with HumanitiesDC
Support HumanitiesDC by volunteering at our events and workshops throughout the year. Volunteer opportunities include tabling, check-in, greeting, event setup, and other on-site support. Here are some of our current opportunities:
DC oral History Collaborative Volunteers:
Support DCOHC by joining us at workshops throughout the year to help with check-in, greeting, supplies, and setup. Upcoming workshops include:
- Planning Oral History Projects | March 2, 6:00 PM
- Oral History 101+ | March 19, 23, 26, 6:00 PM
Public Event Volunteers:
Join us at public events throughout the year to greet attendees, check-in patrons, and pass our surveys. Upcoming events include:
- Culture Series | February 19, 6:00 PM
- Culture Series | March 5, 6:00 PM
- Community Showcase | April 9, 5:00 PM
- Culture Series | April 23, 6:00 PM
Email officeadmin@humanitiesdc.org to learn more and to sign up for an upcoming volunteer opportunity.
Positions
District Fellows:
The District Fellows program is designed to support humanists, historians and non-profit professionals early in their careers and residing in the DC area. Fellows are chosen annually and take on 6-month roles where they work closely with HumanitiesDC staff, supporting the organization’s work as well as focusing on a related individual project. The fellowships include a stipend up to $12,000.
Application Process: Applications for our 2025 fellowships have closed. Please check back here and sign up for our newsletter to receive updates concerning 2026 opportunities.
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