Winter-Spring Quarter 2025-2026
Applications Due Date: Wednesday November 12 2025
Position Start Date: Monday Dec 15 2025
OVERVIEW
SAM is dedicated to racial equity and strives for employees volunteers and interns who are passionate qualified and offer diverse perspectives. SAM prioritizes racial equity in the workplace because we know that people of color are the most impacted when it comes to inequities. We are particularly interested in engaging with historically under-represented groups in the museum field as we strive to be inclusive and equitable. SAM is responsive to cultural communities and experiences and our strategic plan goals address the role art plays in empowering social justice and structural change to promote equity in our society.
The Family Programs intern is a member of the Seattle Art Museum Education department. This intern will assist program staff to provide meaningful hands-on experiences for children and families. They will help develop and execute programming for family audiences at Seattle Art Museums three locations and offsite research and evaluate family resources at the museum and offer programmatic support for children and families at the museum.
FLSA Status: Temporary non-exempt
Compensation: $20.76 per hour
Reports To: Family Programs Manager
BENEFITS
Along with the above pay rate this intern will be eligible for the following benefits:
Paid sick time accrued at a rate of 0.0385 per hour worked estimated at 8.5 hours total for this internship.
SAM Savings & 403(b) Retirement Plan with Roth option available.
Fringe benefits including two free guest passes to SAM access to RIC Fitness Center Tier III AAM membership discounts for SAM memberships SAM Shop and MARKET access to member rates for ticketed events at SAM and a subsidized ORCA card.
EXPECTED TIME COMMITMENT
10 hours per week for 25 weeks from December 15 2025 June 12 2025.
Working hours will range from 8am 4pm Mondays Saturdays at SAMs three locations and offsite.
Community Family Fun Workshops & Family Saturdays/Festivals 9 am3 pm:- 1st Saturdays JanuaryMay 2026
Art Adventures (offsite): February May 2026 (Monday - Friday hours range from 9 am 2 pm)
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
This internship offers an opportunity to develop a greater understanding of education programs at the Seattle Art addition to gaining hands-on experience with families and visitors this internship will provide an opportunity to evaluate museum programming and collaborate with museum staff to deliver an engaging public-facing experience.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assist the program staff in preparing for art studio sessions workshops and festivals by setting up supplies managing SAM volunteers and helping with breakdown after programs.
Contribute to the planning development and execution of family programs across SAMs three locations and offsite. Programs include Community Family Fun Workshops Family Festivals Family Saturdays SAM Camp and offsite Art Adventures
Facilitate interactive and inclusive gallery tours for families with children ages 212 in collaboration with SAM education staff
Assist with administrative tasks involving supplies registration and survey and feedback collection after each program .
Research develop and evaluate educational resources for family audiences visiting the museum with an anti-racist and equity lens
Attend Enrichment Sessions and other professional development activities for interns.
Abide by the Standards for Museum Volunteers/Interns as outlined in the Volunteer/Intern Packet.
Support the Education Department on related family programming as needed.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
High school graduate or GED required
Experience working with children in an art or educational setting.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word Access Excel PowerPoint Outlook Google Drive) and learning other online platforms
Interest in art and museum education .
Familiarity and understanding of childhood development in relation to program facilitation.
Ability to work efficiently prioritize tasks and ask for support or guidance
Ability to work independently on projects and as a collaborative team member for department priority tasks and group projects.
Ability to represent the Museum with a high level of integrity and leadership.
Ability to adhere to Museum policies and support management decisions in a positive professional manner.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Exposure: Work areas are primarily inside in a climate-controlled environment with light background noise. Work is occasionally performed at other indoor and outdoor sites.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES REQUIRED FOR ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Stationary Work: Approximately 60% of time is spent stationary while working at a desk. Balance of time (approximately 40%) is spent moving around the work area. Occasional extended periods of standing may be required when assisting at Museum events.
Communication: Clear and effective communication with volunteers donors members the public and co-workers is necessary.
Moving: The ability to move up to twenty pounds on occasion is necessary for moving equipment and supplies.
Office Work: Ability to effectively and regularly operate a computer keyboard and other office productivity machinery such as copy machines and printers and ability to inspect prepare and use paperwork files equipment and supplies is necessary.
OTHER EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Centering equity diversity and inclusion as an organization and as individuals Seattle Art Museum (SAM) is committed to ensuring that all employees and volunteers enjoy a respectful inclusive and welcoming workplace. SAM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race creed color national origin sex marital status sexual orientation gender identity age disability honorably discharged veteran or military status or any other protected class.
Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and proof that the applicant is fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or qualifies for a testing exemption or accommodation.
Please be aware that SAM does not sponsor work or study visas for interns at this time.
ACCOMMODATION
If you need assistance applying for a role due to a disability or additional need please let us know at emailprotected
The Seattle Art Museum will consider reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions/duties of this position. If you would like to request an accommodation please contact emailprotected
Celebrating difference. At Seattle Art Museum our members visitors and local community come from all walks of life and so do our employees volunteers and interns. The plurality of our identities and experiences strengthens our mission: connecting art to life. Our mission and vision call us to be responsive to a multitude of cultural contexts and lived experiences and as such our Strategic Plan directly addresses the role art plays in empowering and elevating social justice movements and promoting structural change to further equity in our society. SAM is particularly dedicated to racial equity in the workplace because we know that people of color are the most impacted when it comes to both historical and present inequities. We know that equity is not a single fixed destination its ongoing reckoning. As SAM continually strives to be a more inclusive and equitable workplace we are particularly interested in engaging with those who have been historically underrepresented in the museum field. We are dedicated to building a diverse workplace and a sense of belonging for each and every employee because we know our organization is at its best when we celebrate difference.
SAM is an equal opportunity employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin age sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) marital status ancestry sensory physical or mental disability genetic information military or veteran status gender identity or expression sexual orientation citizenship or immigration status or other applicable legally protected characteristic. If you need assistance applying for a role due to a disability or additional need please let us know at The Seattle Art Museum will consider reasonable accommodations for all employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions/duties of the role. If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process please contact For candidates we ask that if possible you wait until youre invited to a screen online technical assessment or interview before requesting an accommodation.
We encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to building a diverse workplace and a sense of belonging for each and every employee because we know our organization is at its best when we include celebrate and embrace difference. We encourage you to submit an application even if your experience doesnt feel like a 100% match with the position. We know applying for a job can be intimidating and research tells us that womxn and folks of color are less likely to apply if they dont see themselves meeting or exceeding every single qualification listed. We encourage you to apply even if you feel unsure about whether you meet every requirement in this job post. You could very well be a great fit for this role or others.
Requirements for employment. In order to be employed by the Seattle Art Museum you must reside in the state of Washington. Employment at SAM is contingent upon successful clearing and maintenance of clearance in both a federal and state criminal background check.
Want to learn more If you havent already check out our Careers page for more on working at SAM.
Though wed love to be able to reply to every question that crosses our desk due to the high volume of applications we receive our HR team is unfortunately unable to offer a response to inquiries requesting search status updates inquiries about hiring timeline or requests to be put in touch with directly with the Hiring Team. If your experiences and capabilities are well suited to an open role our Recruiter or the Hiring Manager will reach out directly to schedule an interview. Thanks for your understanding!
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Winter-Spring Quarter 2025-2026Applications Due Date: Wednesday November 12 2025Position Start Date: Monday Dec 15 2025OVERVIEWSAM is dedicated to racial equity and strives for employees volunteers and interns who are passionate qualified and offer diverse perspectives. SAM prioritizes racial equity...
Winter-Spring Quarter 2025-2026
Applications Due Date: Wednesday November 12 2025
Position Start Date: Monday Dec 15 2025
OVERVIEW
SAM is dedicated to racial equity and strives for employees volunteers and interns who are passionate qualified and offer diverse perspectives. SAM prioritizes racial equity in the workplace because we know that people of color are the most impacted when it comes to inequities. We are particularly interested in engaging with historically under-represented groups in the museum field as we strive to be inclusive and equitable. SAM is responsive to cultural communities and experiences and our strategic plan goals address the role art plays in empowering social justice and structural change to promote equity in our society.
The Family Programs intern is a member of the Seattle Art Museum Education department. This intern will assist program staff to provide meaningful hands-on experiences for children and families. They will help develop and execute programming for family audiences at Seattle Art Museums three locations and offsite research and evaluate family resources at the museum and offer programmatic support for children and families at the museum.
FLSA Status: Temporary non-exempt
Compensation: $20.76 per hour
Reports To: Family Programs Manager
BENEFITS
Along with the above pay rate this intern will be eligible for the following benefits:
Paid sick time accrued at a rate of 0.0385 per hour worked estimated at 8.5 hours total for this internship.
SAM Savings & 403(b) Retirement Plan with Roth option available.
Fringe benefits including two free guest passes to SAM access to RIC Fitness Center Tier III AAM membership discounts for SAM memberships SAM Shop and MARKET access to member rates for ticketed events at SAM and a subsidized ORCA card.
EXPECTED TIME COMMITMENT
10 hours per week for 25 weeks from December 15 2025 June 12 2025.
Working hours will range from 8am 4pm Mondays Saturdays at SAMs three locations and offsite.
Community Family Fun Workshops & Family Saturdays/Festivals 9 am3 pm:- 1st Saturdays JanuaryMay 2026
Art Adventures (offsite): February May 2026 (Monday - Friday hours range from 9 am 2 pm)
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
This internship offers an opportunity to develop a greater understanding of education programs at the Seattle Art addition to gaining hands-on experience with families and visitors this internship will provide an opportunity to evaluate museum programming and collaborate with museum staff to deliver an engaging public-facing experience.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assist the program staff in preparing for art studio sessions workshops and festivals by setting up supplies managing SAM volunteers and helping with breakdown after programs.
Contribute to the planning development and execution of family programs across SAMs three locations and offsite. Programs include Community Family Fun Workshops Family Festivals Family Saturdays SAM Camp and offsite Art Adventures
Facilitate interactive and inclusive gallery tours for families with children ages 212 in collaboration with SAM education staff
Assist with administrative tasks involving supplies registration and survey and feedback collection after each program .
Research develop and evaluate educational resources for family audiences visiting the museum with an anti-racist and equity lens
Attend Enrichment Sessions and other professional development activities for interns.
Abide by the Standards for Museum Volunteers/Interns as outlined in the Volunteer/Intern Packet.
Support the Education Department on related family programming as needed.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
High school graduate or GED required
Experience working with children in an art or educational setting.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word Access Excel PowerPoint Outlook Google Drive) and learning other online platforms
Interest in art and museum education .
Familiarity and understanding of childhood development in relation to program facilitation.
Ability to work efficiently prioritize tasks and ask for support or guidance
Ability to work independently on projects and as a collaborative team member for department priority tasks and group projects.
Ability to represent the Museum with a high level of integrity and leadership.
Ability to adhere to Museum policies and support management decisions in a positive professional manner.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Exposure: Work areas are primarily inside in a climate-controlled environment with light background noise. Work is occasionally performed at other indoor and outdoor sites.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES REQUIRED FOR ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Stationary Work: Approximately 60% of time is spent stationary while working at a desk. Balance of time (approximately 40%) is spent moving around the work area. Occasional extended periods of standing may be required when assisting at Museum events.
Communication: Clear and effective communication with volunteers donors members the public and co-workers is necessary.
Moving: The ability to move up to twenty pounds on occasion is necessary for moving equipment and supplies.
Office Work: Ability to effectively and regularly operate a computer keyboard and other office productivity machinery such as copy machines and printers and ability to inspect prepare and use paperwork files equipment and supplies is necessary.
OTHER EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Centering equity diversity and inclusion as an organization and as individuals Seattle Art Museum (SAM) is committed to ensuring that all employees and volunteers enjoy a respectful inclusive and welcoming workplace. SAM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race creed color national origin sex marital status sexual orientation gender identity age disability honorably discharged veteran or military status or any other protected class.
Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and proof that the applicant is fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or qualifies for a testing exemption or accommodation.
Please be aware that SAM does not sponsor work or study visas for interns at this time.
ACCOMMODATION
If you need assistance applying for a role due to a disability or additional need please let us know at emailprotected
The Seattle Art Museum will consider reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions/duties of this position. If you would like to request an accommodation please contact emailprotected
Celebrating difference. At Seattle Art Museum our members visitors and local community come from all walks of life and so do our employees volunteers and interns. The plurality of our identities and experiences strengthens our mission: connecting art to life. Our mission and vision call us to be responsive to a multitude of cultural contexts and lived experiences and as such our Strategic Plan directly addresses the role art plays in empowering and elevating social justice movements and promoting structural change to further equity in our society. SAM is particularly dedicated to racial equity in the workplace because we know that people of color are the most impacted when it comes to both historical and present inequities. We know that equity is not a single fixed destination its ongoing reckoning. As SAM continually strives to be a more inclusive and equitable workplace we are particularly interested in engaging with those who have been historically underrepresented in the museum field. We are dedicated to building a diverse workplace and a sense of belonging for each and every employee because we know our organization is at its best when we celebrate difference.
SAM is an equal opportunity employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin age sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) marital status ancestry sensory physical or mental disability genetic information military or veteran status gender identity or expression sexual orientation citizenship or immigration status or other applicable legally protected characteristic. If you need assistance applying for a role due to a disability or additional need please let us know at The Seattle Art Museum will consider reasonable accommodations for all employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions/duties of the role. If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process please contact For candidates we ask that if possible you wait until youre invited to a screen online technical assessment or interview before requesting an accommodation.
We encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to building a diverse workplace and a sense of belonging for each and every employee because we know our organization is at its best when we include celebrate and embrace difference. We encourage you to submit an application even if your experience doesnt feel like a 100% match with the position. We know applying for a job can be intimidating and research tells us that womxn and folks of color are less likely to apply if they dont see themselves meeting or exceeding every single qualification listed. We encourage you to apply even if you feel unsure about whether you meet every requirement in this job post. You could very well be a great fit for this role or others.
Requirements for employment. In order to be employed by the Seattle Art Museum you must reside in the state of Washington. Employment at SAM is contingent upon successful clearing and maintenance of clearance in both a federal and state criminal background check.
Want to learn more If you havent already check out our Careers page for more on working at SAM.
Though wed love to be able to reply to every question that crosses our desk due to the high volume of applications we receive our HR team is unfortunately unable to offer a response to inquiries requesting search status updates inquiries about hiring timeline or requests to be put in touch with directly with the Hiring Team. If your experiences and capabilities are well suited to an open role our Recruiter or the Hiring Manager will reach out directly to schedule an interview. Thanks for your understanding!
Required Experience:
Junior IC
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