Department:
Museum Program
Responsibilities:
The Special Events Intern will work one-on-one with the Coordinator of Special Events to get an inside knowledge of how major special events are developed, planned, and executed in a large museum setting. They will work as part of the museum team to learn the important role that special events play in the overall museum experience. They will assist the Coordinator with all aspects of the special events, including attending meetings to plan the event, both internally with museum staff and externally with outside consultants and vendors, preparing materials, completing paperwork, and working as part of the production team. After the event has taken place, the intern will assist in the evaluation process.
This position is offered for academic credit and is not paid. Interested applicants submit a written application and are interviewed (by phone or in person).
Hours:
Internship available year-round: fall semester, spring semester, and summer. The work day is from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and the museum is open daily (administrative departments operate weekdays only); work schedules vary by department.
