Studio Arts Intern, Smithsonian Associates - Summer 2018

Smithsonian Associates advances the Institution’s mission “to increase and diffuse knowledge” through life-enriching educational and cultural experiences inspired by the Smithsonian’s research and collections for DC-region students, families, and adults, and for learning communities nationwide.

 

Intern Duties:               

The primary responsibility will be research and development of an increased web presence for the Studio Arts department. This portion of the internship is somewhat self-directed with oversight by the Studio Arts Coordinator. Tasks include:

·         Maintaining/enhancing the Studio Arts social media profiles on Facebook & Twitter

·         Maintaining/enhancing the Studio Arts department fledgling art-related blog

·         Providing content for a Studio Arts landing page on the Associates’ website.

·         Assist the Associates’ Studio Arts department by providing program support including: logistical set-up, research, budgeting, marketing, and correspondence with staff, vendors, and the general public.

·         May also include direct, hands-on support for studio arts programs.

 

Professional Development Opportunities:

·         Expand internet research skills and gain experience in social marketing

·         Improve writing skills through a variety of communication mediums (formal correspondence, marketing materials, web content)

·         Hands-on participation in producing Studio Arts classes

 

Qualifications:

·         Ability to work efficiently with attention to detail

·         Familiarity with Microsoft Word & Microsoft Excel

·         Internet research skills, including social media and networking sites

·         Knowledge of and interest in the visual arts and continuing educational programming in a museum setting

·         Strong oral and written communication skills

·         Ability to creatively problem-solve and work with loose supervision.

·         Applicant must be able to interact with many different types of people while maintaining a professional demeanor.

 

Seasons:                     Summer (Jun – Aug)

 

Time Commitment:     25-40 hrs/week

 

Schedule:                   Mon - Fri, 10:00am to 4:00pm (days and times flexible)

  

Compensation:            All Associates internships are unpaid and housing is not provided. College credit may be granted, but must be coordinated in advance with the intern's university/college.

 

Location:                     S. Dillon Ripley Center, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C.                      

 

To be considered in the first round of applications, please submit your materials by the dates below:

Fall Positions: July 1

Winter/Spring Positions: October 1

Summer Positions: February 1

Applications received after these dates will still be considered on an as-needed basis.

To Apply:                    

Complete the online application at http://SmithsonianAssociates.org/Internships. Questions can be directed to the Intern Coordinator at TSAInternships@si.edu or (202) 633-8631.