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ABOUT TSA The Smithsonian Associates (TSA) advances the Smithsonian 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. ABOUT DISCOVERY THEATER The Smithsonian's Discovery Theater is dedicated to offering the best in live performance for young people that celebrate the rich diversity of our region and our world. Each season we tap into the vast resources of the Smithsonian Institution to present relevant, culturally accurate entertaining programs. We offer dozens of interactive productions that feature puppets, storytellers, dancers, actors, musicians, and even mimes! INTERN DUTIES • Attend meetings, rehearsals and possible auditions • Write report of each activity attended and create action items generated • Meet daily with staff to discuss completed programs and upcoming events • Generate, edit and update scripts, learning materials, and online content • Explore the Smithsonian, thinking about the potential connection to DT programs. Share those thoughts with Director in short storyboards or written idea papers • Usher and assist at DT events, programs and show • Write weekly reports outlining tasks completed, challenges and reflections PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES • The intern will be exposed to artistic administration including season planning, developing museum theater pieces, and using theater as an educational tool • If schedule permits, the intern will have the opportunity to assist the Director on a produced show and/or assist in creating the script or PowerPoint presentation SEASONS Spring (Jan - May), Summer (Jun - Jul) & Fall (Sep - Dec) TIME COMMITMENT 30 - 40 hrs/wk; 1 full semester – 1 academic year SCHEDULE Weekdays with an occasional weekend day or evening, flexible COMPENSATION All TSA 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. TO APPLY Complete the online application at http://intern.si.edu/. Click on the link for the Smithsonian Online Academic Appointment System (SOLAA). Questions can be directed to the Intern Coordinator at TSAInternships@si.edu or 202.633.8641. APPLICATION DEADLINES Spring – October 1 Summer – February 1 Fall – July 1 If you have any questions, please contact: Ms. Meg Smolinski Intern Coordinator 1100 Jefferson Drive SW - Suite 3077 PO Box 23293 Washington DC 20026-3293 TSAInternships@si.edu Phone: 202-633-8641 Fax: 202-633-8909 For more information about internships with The Smithsonian Associates go to: http://residentassociates.org/ticketing/internships/start.aspx