Join Our Team
Join a creative, energetic team that shares a passion for our community, our history, and making every visitor feel welcome. At the Elliott Museum and House of Refuge, no two days are quite the same. You’ll step into a truly eclectic environment surrounded by antique cars, local history, fascinating exhibits, beautiful artwork, and people who love what they do.
There’s truly no one — and nowhere — quite like us!
Volunteer
Share your time and talents while helping us create memorable experiences for our visitors.
Internships
Gain hands-on experience, build new skills, and explore the many moving parts of museum work.
Careers
Join our professional team and help support the mission, growth, and daily life of our museums.
Our Volunteers
Volunteers are the heart of the Historical Society of Martin County!
They are the storytellers, the greeters, the guides, the helpers, and the steady hands behind the scenes who transform a museum visit into an engaging and enriching experience.
As nonprofit institutions, we rely on the dedication and generosity of volunteers to help us fulfill our mission. Every tour led, every guest welcomed, every artifact explained, and every event supported is made possible in part because members of our community choose to give their time and talents. Volunteers allow us to expand our programs, deepen our educational outreach, and ensure that every visitor feels connected to the art, history, and culture we preserve.
Volunteering here is more than simply lending a hand. It is about becoming part of a vibrant, passionate team that believes in lifelong learning, meaningful connection, and the power of shared stories.
Opportunities to Serve
We are always looking for enthusiastic individuals to help in a variety of roles, including:
- Serving as a docent & leading guided tours
- Assisting in the Museum Stores
- Supporting exhibitions and gallery spaces
- Helping with special events and lectures
- Assisting in the Auto Gallery
- Contributing to administrative and behind-the-scenes projects
Whether you enjoy engaging directly with visitors or prefer supporting important work behind the scenes, your time and talents make a meaningful impact.
Join Our Team
Become part of something meaningful. Become part of our story. To apply:
Email Application to:
Mail application to:
Elliott Museum
Attn: Victoria McAteer
825 NE Ocean Blvd.
Stuart, FL 34996
Or drop off application at the Front Desk during regular business hours.
For more information, please call: Victoria McAteer at 772-225-1961 ext. 103
We would love to welcome you to our volunteer family!
Internships at the Historical Society of Martin County
Our internship program offers a structured and immersive experience for students and recent graduates who are eager to gain meaningful, hands-on training in a museum setting.
Designed for individuals ages 16 and up, our internships are project-based and focused on specialized skill development. Interns work closely with department leaders and receive one-on-one coaching, practical experience, and valuable insight into the daily operations of a nonprofit museum.
Unlike volunteer roles, internships are tailored learning opportunities. Interns are entrusted with real projects, measurable goals, and professional mentorship that prepares them for future academic and career pursuits.
Through this experience, interns gain:
- Hands-on, practical training
- Direct mentorship and individualized feedback
- Exposure to multiple museum departments
- Portfolio-building projects
- Insight into nonprofit operations and museum management
We are proud to support emerging professionals and help cultivate the next generation of museum professionals, creatives, and nonprofit leaders.
For more information, please call: Victoria McAteer at 772-225-1961 ext. 103
Current Internship Opportunities
Social Media & Content Creation Internship
Support the museum’s digital presence through creative storytelling, content development, and social media strategy. Interns assist with content planning, photography and video creation, short-form media production, and engagement analytics while learning how digital communications support nonprofit growth and community outreach.
How to Apply
To be considered for an internship
Applicants must submit the following materials:
- A cover letter explaining why you are interested in this specific internship and how it aligns with your academic or professional goals
- A current resume
- A completed Internship Application
Although internships are structured training programs, all interns must complete the Volunteer Application as part of our onboarding process.
Submit Your Application Materials To:
Victoria McAteer, Operations Manager: VMcAteer@elliottmuseumfl.org
Or drop off application at the Front Desk during regular business hours.
Elliott Museum
Attn: Victoria McAteer
825 NE Ocean Blvd.
Stuart, FL 34996
For more information, please call: Victoria McAteer at 772-225-1961 ext. 103
Careers at the Historical Society of Martin County
Thank you for your interest in joining the team at the Historical Society of Martin County, including the Elliott Museum and the House of Refuge.
At this time, we are not hiring for any paid positions, either full-time or part-time.
When employment opportunities become available, detailed job descriptions will be posted here on our website, as well as on Indeed and our LinkedIn page.
We encourage you to check periodically for updates.
In the meantime, if you are interested in becoming involved with our organization, we invite you to explore our Volunteer and Internship opportunities. These programs offer meaningful ways to engage with our mission and gain experience within a dynamic nonprofit museum environment.
We appreciate your interest in supporting arts, history, and culture in our community!
For more information, please call: Victoria McAteer at 772-225-1961 ext. 103