Description
Internship: Museum Education (Paid)
Museum Overview: Located in the heart of downtown Nashville, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum documents and interprets the history of country music—a musical genre and culture central to the identity of the city, the state, and the nation. Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, the Museum proudly combines subject expertise, ambitious research, and preservation of an unparalleled collection with expressions of creativity in music, art, and history. The Museum collects artifacts that illustrate the evolving history and traditions of country music and provides diverse learning opportunities through educational programs, publications, and exhibitions. The core exhibit follows the story of country music from its folk beginnings through its evolution as a commercial art form. Rotating exhibits examine a broad range of topics, from country classics to contemporary and emerging artists in American Currents.
Internship Program Overview: The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum offers paid internships to full-time college students (undergraduate and graduate) that advance the educational goals of the intern and help to promote the Museum’s mission. The Museum’s internship program offers work-based learning opportunities that introduce college students to museum-related careers and other professions found in large cultural organizations. Internships are designed for a maximum commitment of 25 hours per week for 12 weeks with consideration given to individual university requirements. Additional adjustments to the 12-week, 25-hour schedule will be at the discretion of the internship supervisor. Motivated students who are seeking hands-on experiences in a team-oriented environment will find excellent opportunities at the Museum.
What We Offer Interns:
- The hourly rate for this position is $15/hr. for students pursuing a bachelor's degree; $18/hr. for students pursuing a master's degree or higher
- Free 24/7 downtown parking or WeGo bus pass
- Complimentary admission to the Museum for yourself
- Two complimentary Museum admission passes for friends and family use
- Free guided tour of Hatch Show Print, Historic RCA Studio B, and the Museum’s galleries
- Discounts at Museum stores and restaurants
- Free or discounted entry to local venues including: National Museum of African American Music, the Opry, Ryman Auditorium, and more!
- Fun, friendly, and supportive learning environment
Departmental Overview: Charged with the mission of educating varied audiences about country music, the Education and Community Engagement Department develops programs and resources that illuminate the stories, themes, and music explored in the Museum’s galleries. Serving nearly 100,000 people per year through 1,100 programs, the Education and Community Engagement Department supports students of all ages, from school groups and families who engage in hands-on learning activities to general Museum guests who experience performance presentations during their visit.
Museum Education Internship Overview: The Museum Education internship is designed for a commitment of 20 hours per week for a minimum of 12 weeks, flexible within Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. CT. This internship's goal is to engage in a variety of interdisciplinary educational experiences in a museum environment through the School Programs department. The Museum Education intern will receive hands-on training from Museum educators, and they will interact directly with student and teacher audiences. The intern will assist with program delivery and facilitation, support program preparations, facilitate administrative tasks, support evaluation and assessment, attend team meetings, and research and develop resources to support programming.
Specific Internship Duties:
- Assist the School Programs manager in daily activities such as preparing and facilitating student programs in the Museum galleries and classrooms
- Set specific, personal goals and work with the School Programs manager to achieve them
- Develop and practice interdepartmental communication skills and general professionalism
- Perform administrative tasks as needed
Minimum Requirements:
- Currently enrolled, credit-seeking, and/or degree-seeking undergraduate or graduate student
Preferred Requirements:
- Interest in experiential/museum education, music, American history, and youth-focused program development, with course work in a related field
- Experience or course work in education, history, and/or the fine arts
- Knowledge of country music, or willingness to learn
- Experience working with children and/or teaching
- Ability to multitask and solve problems
- Upbeat and energetic
Conditions of Internship:
- Be available to work 20-25 hours per week, flexible between Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. CT.
- Lift 25 lbs. or less
Notes to Applicant:
Please upload a resume and cover letter when applying for this position.
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