About the role#
The Community Initiatives Intern supports engagement activities to help the museum serve as a reliable partner to the community and the Mid-North Neighborhoods. You will help reduce barriers to resources that support the quality of life for local residents. This is a paid, part-time position.
What you'll do#
- Drive enrollment and participation in community programs through promotional efforts.
- Suggest ideas to improve the quality of program offerings.
- Conduct market and vendor research to support project needs.
- Coordinate community programs and event operations.
- Perform pre- and post-event evaluations to help develop reports on program outcomes.
- Build trust and collaborate with established community contacts to support diverse needs.
- Handle additional outreach and engagement tasks as needed.
What you'll need#
- Completion of at least one year of college.
- An academic background in fields like nonprofit management, event management, marketing, communications, social work, education, family studies, museum studies, child development, psychology, or sociology.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and research abilities, including web research.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- A professional demeanor and a responsible work ethic.
- Strong customer service skills.
- The ability to multi-task or focus on a single task effectively.
- Availability to work 12 to 15 hours per week, including Saturdays and some evenings for meetings and events.
Location & details#
- Location: Indianapolis, Indiana.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Part-time (12-15 hours per week).
About The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis operates as a nonprofit organization focused on family learning. Founded in 1925, it maintains a facility in Indianapolis that covers 472,900 square feet across five floors. The museum creates exhibits within the arts, sciences, and humanities for children and families. It employs between 201 and 500 people.
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