Smithsonian Studio Arts Intern
The Smithsonian Associates (TSA) —
Washington, DC
ABOUT TSA
The Smithsonian Associates (TSA) advances the Smithsonian Institutions mission to increase and diffuse knowledge through life-enriching educational and cultural experiences inspired by the Smithsonians 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 TSA website.
The intern will also assist the TSA Studio Arts department by providing program support including: logistical set-up, research, budgeting, marketing, and correspondence with staff, vendors, and the general public including direct, hands-on, support for fall and/or winter studio art 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
SEASONS
Spring (Jan May), Summer (Jun Aug) & Fall (Sep - Dec)
TIME COMMITMENT
25 hrs/wk; 1 full semester
SCHEDULE
Monday - Friday, 10:00 am to 3:00/4:00 pm
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