Patricia Anderson Summer Fellowship

Maine Preservation’s fellowship program spans nine weeks in the summer, split between five weeks of hands-on work with a trades partner and four weeks of organizational work performed remotely. The program timeline is dependent on availability of the fellow cohort but will generally run June 2 to August 1. Project assignments for the five weeks with our trades partners will be made according to each Summer Fellow’s skill set and the projects available. Our trades partners are: Bagala Window Works, Preservation Timber Framing, Jacob’s Glass, Inc., and Restoration Resources.

Responsibilities with Maine Preservation staff include research and professional writing along with event planning and advocacy initiatives. Special projects this summer may include:

• Outreach & Education: research and create content for public initiatives; development of an adaptive reuse case study archive and education curriculum
• Protect & Sell Program: assist with easement property inspections
• Field Services: conduct site visits and educate property stewards
• Advocacy: research and help coordinate 2025 Most Endangered Historic Places list

An academic or professional background in preservation is required. Current enrollment in or completion of a master’s degree or qualified trades program focusing on historic preservation is strongly preferred.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, and to successfully manage multiple projects.
• Highly motivated as evidenced by a positive attitude, punctuality, and a strong work ethic
• Knowledge of historic preservation best practices and current issues
• Ability to conduct in-depth research on historic buildings, relevant local and state legislation, and policy initiatives.
• Willingness to travel long distances for field work

Moderate to heavy physical effort and ability to stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and walk in all types of weather is required. Placement-specific requirements include lifting or handling of objects over 50lbs. using proper techniques; climbing ladders; working from scaffolding or platforms, on uneven or angled surfaces, and in confined spaces.