Museum Engagement Intern - Lab Experiences

The Museum Engagement Intern Lab Experiences will support the Museum Engagement Team in developing and delivering engaging handson learning experiences for museum visitors. This internship provides an opportunity to gain experience in science communication informal education and museum programming. Interns will collaborate with staff to create activities lead demonstrations and interact with diverse audiences in a dynamic learning environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with Creating Inclusive HandsOn Learning Experiences Support development of interactive science activities and demonstrations that engage visitors of all ages ensuring they are inclusive accessible educational and fun. Support museum educators in planning and testing new educational activities.
  • Project Work for this position will focus on:
    • content development for activities and demonstrations in the museum exhibit halls and labs
• Collaborate with Staff and Fellow Interns Work as part of a team to improve activities share ideas and refine presentation techniques based on feedback and visitor interactions.
• Grow as a Science Communicator Develop confidence in presenting demonstrations leading discussions and making complex science concepts accessible and engaging for visitors. Participate in training and skill building workshops to build entry level customer service and science communication skills.
• Foster a Welcoming Environment Interact with visitors of all ages and backgrounds ensuring they feel valued included and encouraged to explore and ask questions. Acquire and maintain basic knowledge of museum policies procedures and practices. Answer general museum questions and provide wayfinding information. Provide handson and engaging activities demonstrations and conversations (with staff support).
• Support Exhibit Interpretation Help visitors engage with museum exhibits and activities by providing additional context encouraging handson exploration and making science concepts more accessible.

Working Conditions

• This position is nonexempt paid hourly;
• This position is special project parttime scheduled for 20 hours/week and may not exceed 40 hours/week;
  • Requires working onsite at the museum location;
  • Two full days per week (Wednesday and Thursday); 6 hours per day; 9am 3:30pm; two 15 minute breaks and a 30 minute lunch
  • One weekend floor shift (Saturday or Sunday): 4hrs
  • One rotating weekday floor shift (Monday Tuesday or Friday): 4hrs
• Internships should be 610 weeks at least 120 hours
• Physical Demands: 40 sitting 50 standing 10 lifting/carrying 1015 lbs.;
• Noise Levels include:
  • Quiet (examples: library private office)
  • Moderate (examples: business office with computers and printers light traffic)
  • Loud (examples: metal can manufacturing department large earthmoving equipment)

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

REQUIREMENTS:

• Talking with People Enjoys explaining ideas in a clear and friendly way feels comfortable speaking with small groups and likes helping visitors of all ages learn something new.
• Working with Others Can collaborate with staff and other interns is open to feedback and is flexible when things change or need improvement.
• Being Creative & HandsOn Likes trying out fun interactive activities using simple materials and enjoys experimenting to make things more interesting for visitors.
• Staying Responsible & Taking Initiative Can manage time follow through on tasks and work independently while also being a helpful team member.
• Being Curious & Welcoming Has an interest in education science museums or helping the community and wants to create a space where everyone feels included.

PREFERENCES:

• None.

Education & Work Experiences

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be between 16 20 years of age;
• Must be a participant of the Best Buy Teen Tech Center Career Pathways Program.

PREFERENCES:

• None.

Additional Requirements/Preferences; Including Licenses and Certifications

REQUIREMENTS:

• Preemployment checks such as a criminal background check and reference checks.

PREFERENCES:

• None.

Benefits and Perks at OMSI

• Sick time accrual
• 403(b) retirement
• Free annual OMSI Family Membership
• Reciprocal Employee Attractions Pass (REAP)
• Inclusioncentered professional development opportunities
• Employeeled rewards and recognition program

Required Experience:

Intern