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The Most Famous Hotels in the World is a non-for-profit organisation researching the history of legendary grand hotels all over the world.

Experienced and Junior Researchers

We are always looking for experienced researchers to help us with our research in various regions around the world.
 

Academy

We assist individuals from all corners of the world to become experts.

All languages welcome. We correspond in English  

Description:

Job Offer: Historical Researcher (Remote)

Organization: The Most Famous Hotels in the World (Non-Profit)  
Position: Historical Researcher  
Training Opportunity: Private Academy - Training as a Historical Researcher

About Us:

The Most Famous Hotels in the World is a non-profit organization dedicated to researching the history of legendary grand hotels across the globe. Our work involves uncovering the stories behind some of the most iconic hotels, tracing their histories from the 1800s to the present day.

Training Opportunity:
We are offering a unique opportunity to train as a historical researcher through our Private Academy. This training is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in historical research, focusing on the history of grand hotels.

Whether you are new to this field or looking to enhance your expertise, this program will provide you with the necessary tools to succeed.

Responsibilities:
- Conducting extensive research by searching and reading newspapers from the 1800s to the present day. Online and or at libraries.
- Meticulously copying findings and compiling them into a text file.
- Translating historical documents and findings into English while preserving their original meaning and context.

Qualifications:
- Proven experience in historical research or a related field.
- Ability to read and understand documents in multiple languages.
- Excellent English translation skills.
- Strong attention to detail and a passion for history.

How to Apply:
If you have a proven track record in historical research OR if you  are interested in this opportunity, please send a summary of your qualifications and experience to aa -at- famoushotels.org.

We welcome applicants from all linguistic backgrounds.

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