PUBLIC PROGRAMS INTERN

Musical Instrument Museum•Phoenix, AZ

1h•$0 - $15•Onsite

About The Position

The Public Programs Intern will support MIM’s Public Program department in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of Signature Events. The Public Programs Intern will gain an in-depth understanding of museum program design, from conceptualization to implementation, as well as how education and public programs contribute to the museum’s mission.

Requirements

Current student enrolled in an accredited degree program, or a recent college graduate.
Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.
Strong organizational capacity and ability to prioritize tasks.
Proactive, adaptable, and able to work independently and collaboratively.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support in all stages of program execution
Research and write copy for education activities, determine implementation. process, and create prototypes as needed. Responsible for education supply inventory and ordering.
Create and update the weekend task schedule.
Create attendance sheets, program shift instructions and confirmation/thank you. emails to volunteer team members.
Follow master timeline deliverables.
Provide creative support for development of current and future programs schedule
Research potential artists, presenters, and community partners.
Contribute to conversations and brainstorming sessions regarding program themes, activity content and structure, troubleshooting, etc.
Maintain positive working relationships and communication with MIM partners and artists
Effectively document and track artist solicitations and prospects for future use.
Complete artist/presenter and vendor evaluations for internal records.
Assist with day-of program implementation for all Signature Events
Provide artist hospitality and attend to presenter/performer or vendor needs.
Help set up, execute, and tear down program activities.
Greet and instruct MIM volunteer team members at program activities.
Provide excellent customer service and assist all other MIM teams as needed.
Other related departmental duties as necessary