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Form of workJob Title: Public Programs Intern
Department: Learning & Interpretation
Reports To: Director of Learning & Interpretation
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employment Status: Temporary, Part-Time, Maximum of 29 Hours Weekly
Duration: Approximately 6 Months
Hourly Compensation: $15.00
Deadline to Apply: 5:00pm EST on November 30, 2023
Please submit applications directly on the Toledo Museum of Art website http://www.toledomuseum.org/jobs.
WHO WE ARE
Since our founding in 1901, the Toledo Museum of Art has earned a global reputation for the quality of our collection, our innovative and extensive education programs, and our architecturally significant campus. Around 23,000 works of art represent American and European painting, the history of art in glass, ancient Greek, Roman, and Egyptian works, Asian and African art, medieval art, sculpture, decorative arts, graphic arts, and modern and contemporary art.
Thanks to the benevolence of its founders, as well as the continued support of its members, TMA remains a privately endowed, non-profit institution and opens its collection to the public, free of charge. TMA seeks to become the model art museum in the United States for its commitment to quality and its culture of belonging. This vision and the ways in which it is operationalized are established in the Museum’s Strategic Plan as well as its integrated Belonging Plan.
Thanks to the benevolence of its founders, as well as the continued support of its members, TMA remains a privately endowed, non-profit institution and opens its collection to the public, free of charge. TMA seeks to become the model art museum in the United States for its commitment to quality and its culture of belonging. This vision and the ways in which it is operationalized are established in the Museum’s Strategic Plan as well as its integrated Belonging Plan.
SUMMARY
This internship provides a current student of an accredited institution of higher education with an introduction to the Public Programs function within the Learning & Interpretation department at the Museum. The intern will gain an understanding of how a major cultural institution operates and will learn how programming connects continuing and new audiences with TMA, its collection, and special exhibitions.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Creates and executes Public Programs.
- Activates the campus and exhibitions by assisting with research, organization, implementation, data collection, and evaluation of Public Programs in a museum context.
- May assist with some staff development programs.
- May support weekly programs such as concerts, films, lectures, exhibitions, Great Art Escape, Juneteenth, and the TMA Block Party planning.
- Conducts research related to upcoming exhibition-related programs, potential music and film programs, and maintains communication and data related to performer inquiries.
- Assists with creating social media content and templates to advertise museum programming.
- May complete a capstone project, such as presentation, and produce a final fiscal year programming calendar.
RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to the Director of Learning & Interpretation. Assists the Programs & Engagement Manager. Works collaboratively with other members of other departments within the Museum.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Actively enrolled student of an accredited institution of higher education.
- Experience with customer service, clerical, or tech support is required.
SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE, COMPETENCIES, AND ABILITIES
- Ability to work a varied schedule to include some evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
- Must be comfortable in front of an audience.
- Demonstrates a professional attitude and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Adept in general computer skills, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
- Familiarity with database management is a plus.
- AV technical knowledge is a plus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Standard open concept office work environment with related phone, computer and printer noise; position requires stamina to stand for periods of time and the ability to leverage technology including computer, printer and phone systems; the person in this position may be required to communicate with public and staff who have inquiries and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions when moving among buildings.
BENEFITS
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Museum Family Membership
- Employee Discounts in the Museum Store, Café, Studio Art Classes, & More!
The Toledo Museum of Art provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal or state statutes. The Museum is committed to maintaining an environment in which all employees are treated equitably and given the opportunity to achieve their full potential in the workplace. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Human Resources at jobs@toledomuseum.org or (567)-666-0387.
