Spring 2027 Museum Education Assistant Internship

State of Iowa • Des Moines - 50319 - Polk County, IA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Museum Education Assistant Internship supports the K-12 Education Coordinator at the State Historical Museum of Iowa with K-12 school visits, educational programming, and development of new school programs. This is a non-merit internship position. The intern works on a hybrid schedule and must travel to the museum on selected dates to assist with in-person programming.

Applicants must be currently enrolled in a degree program at an accredited educational institution, as determined by the Iowa Department of Administrative Services – Human Resources Enterprise. The description also identifies pursuing a degree in education, history, or a related field such as museum studies or the humanities, and having an interest in education and museums.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a degree program at an accredited educational institution, as determined by the Iowa Department of Administrative Services – Human Resources Enterprise.
• Pursuing a degree in education, history, or a related field of study in museum studies or the humanities.
• Have an interest in education and museums.

Responsibilities

• Assist with scheduling K-12 school visits and communicating pre- and post-visit information to K-12 educators.
• Assist with in-person educational programming for K-12 students at the museum, potentially including leading tours and interactive activities.
• Help create and develop new educational programs for K-12 school visits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed