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Teen Programs Internship

internshipOn-site$21 - $21
education
youth programs
museum

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Teen Programs Intern supports the Education team in developing, implementing, and promoting intergenerational programming for youth and families, with a special focus on the 2025–2026 Teen Arts Group (TAG) cohort. This internship is designed to further racial equity and diversity objectives within SAM and the broader museum field by providing a paid, hands-on opportunity for candidates from historically underserved communities.

This role is both developmental and collaborative. The intern will gain direct experience in program planning, coordination, and communication while serving as a role model and mentor for TAG participants. Alongside their supervisor, the intern will also explore professional development goals and museum career pathways.

FLSA STATUS: Temporary, Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: Museum Educator for Youth Programs
COMPENSATION: $20.76 per hour
WORKPLACE TYPE: On-Site (with some flexibility for academic schedules)


WHAT YOU’LL DO

You’ll contribute to the success of SAM’s youth and family programming by:

Teen Arts Group Support – 70%

  • Attending and supporting weekly TAG meetings (Thursday evenings, October–May).
  • Assisting with planning agendas, preparing documents, supplies, and logistics for meetings and workshops.
  • Tracking member attendance and supporting communications with teens, parents, partners, and staff.
  • Providing conceptual, planning, and logistical support for TAG projects and events (e.g., Teen Night Out, final projects).
  • Developing learning objectives and creating evaluative tools such as participant surveys.

Program & Administrative Support – 20%

  • Assisting with TAG application processes, including interviews and applicant advising.
  • Helping with procurement and organization of program supplies.
  • Supporting communications with teaching artists, curators, and community partners.
  • Participating in cross-departmental connections, including informational interviews and enrichment sessions.

Professional Development – 10%

  • Completing a two-hour job shadow with frontline volunteers during open hours.
  • Writing a one-page reflection, blog post, or interview about the internship experience.
  • Engaging in SAM’s broader internship enrichment opportunities.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Required Qualifications

  • Demonstrated interest in education, art, community programs, and/or museums.
  • Interest in working with youth audiences, particularly teens.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and contribute as part of a team.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Professionalism, tact, and integrity in representing SAM.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and general computer use.
  • Ability to request and accept supervision, feedback, and support.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

  • One year of experience with SAM’s Teen Arts Group (TAG).
  • Familiarity with social media platforms such as Instagram and Facebook.
  • Current college students or recent graduates preferred.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

  • Program planning, coordination, and evaluation in a museum context.
  • Creating learning objectives and evaluation tools.
  • Outreach, communication, and engagement strategies for youth audiences.
  • Exposure to cross-departmental museum functions and potential career pathways.

WORK SCHEDULE

  • 10 hours per week, October 2025 – June 2026 (approximately 36 weeks).
  • Primarily on-site, with evening work required for Thursday TAG meetings and occasional weekend or event support.
  • Start and end dates may be adjusted to accommodate academic schedules.

BENEFITS

  • Benefits for temporary/on-call employees:
    • Accrued sick time (estimated ~13.75 hours over internship duration).
    • Museum perks, including two guest passes, fitness center access, SAM Shop and MARKET discounts

WORK CONDITIONS

  • Exposure: Primarily in a climate-controlled museum environment with occasional off-site or outdoor activities.
  • Stationary Work: About 80% at a desk, 20% moving within galleries or program spaces. Extended standing may be required at events.
  • Communication: Clear and effective communication with teens, staff, volunteers, and the public is essential.
  • Moving: Ability to move up to 20 lbs. occasionally.
  • Office Work: Regular use of computers, phones, and office equipment.