John Ripley Internship
John Ripley was a Topeka businessman well known not only for the prosperous laundry business, but also for his interest in and knowledge of local history. The Ripley internship is a full-time position (40 hours per week) for eight weeks during the summer. Interns will receive a $2,500 stipend.
Qualifications
Undergraduate and graduate students who meet at least one of the following requirements are eligible:
- The student is enrolled at Washburn University
- The student graduated from a high school in Shawnee County, Kansas
- The student is a resident of Shawnee County, Kansas
Students must be majoring in history, anthropology, communications, graphic design, American studies, museum studies, folk arts, or a related program.
Immediate family members of the staff of the Kansas Historical Society and the Kansas Historical Foundation are not eligible for this program.
How to Apply
Students must submit:
- Letter of interest explaining how the internship fits into his or her career plan
- Current resume
- Current university transcript (copies are acceptable)
- Two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a professional in the student's field
Application materials should be addressed to:
KSHS Internship Committee
Kansas Historical Society
6425 SW 6th Avenue
Topeka KS 66615-1099
Deadline
Completed application materials must be received by April 15. All candidates will be notified in writing whether they have or have not received an internship.
