McDermott Intern for Adult Programs
About The Position
The intern will assist with the development, implementation, and promotion of numerous onsite, offsite, and virtual lectures, performances, workshops, and special events for adults throughout the year, including Arts & Letters Live, the DMA’s literary and performing arts series. The intern will split their time between in-office work and program support on evenings and weekends. The intern will assist in program management and will work closely with guest speakers, performers, volunteers, artists, and the public. While reporting to the Senior Program Manager of A&LL, the intern will work closely with the Program Manager for Adult Programs as well as multiple team members for a holistic experience within the Adult Programs team. The intern will work with their supervisor to plan and lead a pre-event tour(s); coordinate and take the lead on an Arts & Letters Live event; and lead the content creation for the Museum Murder Mystery event.
Requirements
- Completion of an undergraduate degree in art history, art education, museum studies, or the humanities prior to the start of the internship.
- Strong time management and organizational skills to successfully balance program and office duties.
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work on a team.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience with event planning or program coordination.
Responsibilities
- Interact with visitors and provide customer service support during evening and weekend programs.
- Process ticket orders and answer emails and phone calls from the public.
- Collaborate with colleagues to brainstorm, research, and develop programming for adult audiences.
- Write content and copy for web and promotional materials.
- Attend weekly meetings with the Manager of Adult Programs and the Program Manager of Arts & Letters Live plus regular departmental meetings within Adult Programs and Education.
- Contribute to and collaborate with the Adult Programs team to achieve departmental and institutional goals.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid holiday, personal and sick time
- $500 for professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
