Culture & Engagement Undergraduate Internships
Field Museum•Chicago, IL
•$18
About The Position
The Culture & Engagement Intern supports initiatives that connect workplace culture with community engagement, helping to foster an inclusive, welcoming environment for both museum staff and the public. This role bridges internal culture-building efforts with outward-facing programming, ensuring that the museum’s values are reflected in how it engages employees, visitors, and communities. Through hands-on experience with public programming, heritage month celebrations, and cross-departmental collaboration, the intern will also gain exposure to the various departments that support natural history museums.
Requirements
- Rising junior or senior undergraduate student in Museum Studies, Anthropology, Sociology, Education, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field
- Interest in both community engagement and workplace culture or organizational development
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences
- Organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple responsibilities
- Demonstrated interest in workplace inclusion and community engagement
Nice To Haves
- Experience with event planning, facilitation, or community outreach
- Interest in cultural heritage, natural history, or public humanities
- Familiarity with public-facing roles or team-based projects
Responsibilities
- Support community facing events by engaging visitors in conversations that reflect the museum’s commitment to inclusion, curiosity, and shared learning
- Assist in planning and implementing Cultural Heritage Month programs that connect staff experiences with community perspectives
- Support internal culture and engagement initiatives that promote employee well-being, inclusion, and belonging
- Assist with planning and coordination of workforce engagement events tied to heritage months and awareness celebrations
- Assist with scheduling, logistics, and coordination for Culture & Engagement programs and events
- Conduct research to support educational programming, workshops, and engagement strategies
- Support internal communications, including drafting emails, presentations, and engagement materials
- Help organize meetings and collaborate with departments across the museum
Benefits
- Additional stipend support will be provided to assist with housing and transportation costs associated with participation in the internship program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
