External Affairs Intern

Griffin Museum of Science and Industry · Chicago, IL

  • Temporary

About the role

ABOUT US

The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is the largest and most interactive science museum in the Western Hemisphere. Griffin Museum of Science and Industry exposes guests of all ages to awe-inspiring exhibitions that spark curiosity and bring science to life. Griffin MSI's mission – to inspire the inventive genius in everyone – is realized through its world-class exhibitions and engaging guest experiences. Our employees get great perks such as: free admission to Griffin MSI for family and friends, free admission to other museums, free parking in Griffin MSI's garage, discounts towards Museum meals and retail, and more! If you are equally passionate about our vision and want to be surrounded by a team of dynamic, smart, and innovate people, the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is the right place for you!

THE JOB

This Intern is responsible for assisting with updating materials, preparing meeting documents, managing calendars, and other administrative tasks and executive functions for the External Affairs Department.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Update and maintain office materials and records
  • Prepare and organize materials for meetings and presentations
  • Conduct research to support executive projects and initiatives
  • Manage and coordinate calendars by assisting with scheduling meetings and appointments
  • Perform general administrative tasks such as answering phones, filing, and handling correspondence
  • Collaborate with other Executive Coordinators on high-level tasks and projects
  • Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Currently working towards a college degree or equivalent
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word; familiarity with other Microsoft Office applications is a plus
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • An eagerness to learn new skills and take on new challenges
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks

LANGUAGE

  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as instructions and procedure manuals
  • Ability to speak effectively before groups

MATHEMATICAL

  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as basic match, percentages, etc

REASONING

  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

PHYSICAL

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear
  • The employee is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms throughout the work shift
  • The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20-25 pounds
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

SALARY

The salary for this position is $17/hr.

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