Security Operations Intern - Summer 2026
About The Position
OVERVIEW: The Security Operations Intern will assist the Director of Security with day-to-day security operations and project-based work that supports the safety and security of The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. This intern will contribute to operational improvements, documentation updates, and event and school group procedures while gaining exposure to security operations in a large, public-facing organization. The Children’s Museum is fiercely devoted to our Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI) efforts. We cannot transform the lives of children and families unless we embrace all families. Together, we are building and sustaining an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates differences. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist with a room numbering project throughout the Museum. Update emergency exit and severe weather signage around the building. Assist with reviewing and updating Security Standard Operating Procedures. Support the Safety Warden Program. Assist with school group arrival and departure procedures. Support security operations related to Museum events as needed. REQUIREMENTS: Sophomore, junior, or senior at the college level, majoring in Security, Law Enforcement, Homeland Security/Public Safety (preferred) Experience working with children preferred, but not required. Strong communication skills. Basic computer and software skills. Previous security-related experience not required. Areas of Study/Interest: This opportunity is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of security operations and emergency management in a public-facing environment, emphasizing the importance of safety, preparedness, and community engagement. ADA REQUIREMENTS Must be able to walk, stand, and move throughout the Museum campus for extended periods of time, with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to read and update signage and written documentation, with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to communicate effectively with staff, visitors, and external partners, with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to use standard office and computer equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Requirements
- Sophomore, junior, or senior at the college level, majoring in Security, Law Enforcement, Homeland Security/Public Safety (preferred)
- Experience working with children preferred, but not required.
- Strong communication skills.
- Basic computer and software skills.
- Previous security-related experience not required.
- Must be able to walk, stand, and move throughout the Museum campus for extended periods of time, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Must be able to read and update signage and written documentation, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with staff, visitors, and external partners, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Must be able to use standard office and computer equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with children preferred, but not required.
- Sophomore, junior, or senior at the college level, majoring in Security, Law Enforcement, Homeland Security/Public Safety (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Assist with a room numbering project throughout the Museum.
- Update emergency exit and severe weather signage around the building.
- Assist with reviewing and updating Security Standard Operating Procedures.
- Support the Safety Warden Program.
- Assist with school group arrival and departure procedures.
- Support security operations related to Museum events as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
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