Museum Education Intern: Field Trips & Camp Prep

Texas Association of Museums; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Historic Mesquite, Inc. in Mesquite, TX invites applications for a Museum Education Intern for Fall-Spring at Opal Lawrence Historical Park. You will lead field trips, perform storytelling, and hands-on demonstrations for elementary students while helping develop the upcoming summer camp program.

Responsibilities include preparing curriculum, conducting research on topics, and assisting the Education & Volunteer Programs Coordinator. CPR/AED certification is required or training provided.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled or recent graduate in Museum Studies, Education, History, or related field.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Strong communication and public speaking skills.
• Must pass a background check; CPR/AED certification preferred or willing to certify.

Responsibilities

• Field Trip Programming: assist with leading multiple field trips a week, including set-up, facilitating education stations, tear-down, and inventorying supplies.
• Programming Development: assist with developing upcoming summer camp programs for the museum; research topics and trends; write curriculum and guides; source and budget supplies.
• Training, Research & Preparation: participate in training sessions (including CPR/AED); study interpretive scripts and history materials; adjust content as directed.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication

Child engagement

Enthusiasm for history

Education

CPR/AED certification

Job description

Historic Mesquite, Inc. in Mesquite, TX invites applications for a Museum Education Intern for Fall-Spring at Opal Lawrence Historical Park. You will lead field trips, perform storytelling, and hands-on demonstrations for elementary students while helping develop the upcoming summer camp program.

Responsibilities include preparing curriculum, conducting research on topics, and assisting the Education & Volunteer Programs Coordinator. CPR/AED certification is required or training provided.