Graduate Intern (PT)

The Department of Arts and Culture at the City of Irving is hiring an Education and Programs Intern. This part-time position will office at Irving Archives and Museum. Working closely with the Education and Programs Manager, this intern position is an integral part of the museum’s programmatic and outreach efforts. Responsibilities include assisting in the design, development, and delivery of hands‑on activities, workshops, and informal learning experiences for student groups and general museum visitors; collaborating with the Education and Programs Manager to create and update educational materials, lesson plans, and program guides to enhance museum experiences for diverse audiences; supporting the coordination and execution of public programs, including Second Saturdays, family days, and other community events, by helping with event setup, managing event flow, engaging with participants, and collecting feedback; assisting with the daily operation and visitor engagement in Spark!Lab, including setting up activities, guiding visitors through hands‑on invention activities, and maintaining a safe, interactive environment; working with exhibitions staff to assist in the planning and installation of temporary exhibitions, including preparing educational content and ensuring smooth coordination with the team; providing program-related content to the marketing team for the promotion of educational initiatives, events, and exhibitions; and assisting with program evaluation by collecting and organizing participant feedback, tracking attendance, entering data, and helping analyze outcomes to inform future planning. PAY GRADE GG08 / FULL PAY RANGE $16.14 - $22.75 PER HOUR The ideal candidate should possess strong teamwork skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office software desired. This position is part-time, up to 20 hours per week. Internships at IAM are up to 18 months in length to provide significant training and work experience. Applicants must be currently enrolled in, or have completed a graduate program with major course work in education, museum studies, curriculum and instruction or related field within the past year. If you're passionate about making museums engaging community spaces, we want to hear from you! #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Maypearl