The Thomas Jefferson Foundation offers a wide variety of volunteer and professional opportunities. Historical research and interpretation, business administration, maintenance, marketing, fundraising, security, event planning, retail, gardening, and tech support are just a few of the avenues to pursue at Monticello.
“I just love the day-to-day interactions...and learn something new every day from not only the visitors, but also my co-workers.”
-Stephen Ninneman, Manager of Museum Shops
Dedication to our mission of historical preservation and education unites the TJF staff, fostering a community of excellence in the museum field.
We look forward to receiving your application for one of our open positions.
A unique and dynamic place to work
Learn more about the work we do across the foundation, brought to us by Monticello's Digital Productions Team.
Staff at the Center for Historic Plants work to collect, preserve, and distribute historic and native plant varieties.
The Restoration and Collections teams are responsible for the care, preservation and study of the Monticello house and object collection.
The Education and Visitor Programs Department engages with guests and provides interpretation of the house, gardens, and slavery at Monticello.
The Gardens and Grounds team maintains the historic gardens and landscapes of the Monticello property.
The Safety and Security team ensures the safety of guests and staff as well as the security of the property.
Staff at the Distribution Center package and ship merchandise from Monticello's retail catalog.