Smithsonian Discovery Theater Museum Theater and Education 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.
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