Internship Title: STUDIO ARTS Intern

Smithsonian Associates Internships

Position Description

Internship Title: STUDIO ARTS Intern

About Associates: 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)

Supervisor: Kathy Fuller, Administrative Coordinator for Studio Arts

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 date below:

Summer Positions: February 1

Applications received after this date 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 or 202.633.8631.

Rev. 10/26/2016