Apply by October 03, 2014

The Tech Studio Intern will work alongside Tech Studio staff and museum volunteers to facilitate and develop design challenges engineering activities, Try Your Tech circuitry and programming activities, and technology investigations focusing on digital technology and computational thinking.

Department Summary:

Tech Studio develops and facilitates staffed programs for visitors introducing them to the engineering design process, computational thinking, and “maker” skills and processes. Through hands-on activities and design challenges, visitors have the opportunity to think like engineers and innovators and explore how their decision making and values shape the designed world. Tech Studio is the staffed exhibit hub of the Museum’s Blue Wing and engages over 180,000 in technology programming annually.

Responsibilities:

– The intern will interact directly with museum visitors leading design activities in the Engineering Design Workshop and on carts throughout the Gordon Current Science and Technology Center
– The intern will demonstrate and guide volunteers and teen interns, helping train them in facilitating new activities
– The intern will become knowledgeable of museum resources available to schools and community educators
– The intern will work to develop and prototype design activities focusing on a range of topics such as digital media, robotics, circuits and computer programming.
– The intern will present activities and interpretations introducing technical concepts (engineering, computer science, robotics) to diverse audiences using terms and models appropriate for a lay audience.

Hours/Days Per Week:

14-21 hours per week. Weekday morning availability preferred.

Compensation:

$8.00 – $8.25 hourly

Duration:

Fall 2014 (September – December)

Qualifications:
– Strong interest and/or background in engineering, science or education.
– Undergraduate student, graduate student or career changer.
– Highly motivated, dependable, and flexible. Interest and enthusiasm for working and interacting with diverse museum audiences.
– Comfort introducing technical concepts to diverse audiences and different educational levels.
– Students in engineering, computer science and media studies are strongly encouraged to apply.
How To Apply:
In order to be considered for an internship, please email the internship program coordinator with the following:

  • The exact internship position title in the subject line
  • A cover letter detailing your interest in and relevant experience related to a specific internship position
  • A resumé that includes contact information of three references

You may apply for multiple positions; please send a separate email with a tailored cover letter for each position. Emails are preferred and can be processed more quickly. However, we are also able to accept cover letters and resumés by mail or fax if necessary:

Mail to:

Internship Program Coordinator
Museum of Science
One Science Park
Boston, MA 02114

617-589-0362 (FAX)

Apply by:
October 03, 2014
Salary:
8.00-8.25