Family Programs Intern

Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library encompasses an unrivaled museum of American decorative arts in its mansion and galleries and a magnificent 60-acre naturalistic garden—all set on 1,000 gorgeous acres.

Winterthur employs a wide array of positions in the areas of curatorial, horticulture, education, conservation, library, maintenance, marketing, development, technology, and administration.

Winterthur offers a unique and rewarding experience that is rich in culture and natural beauty. Winterthur considers its employees and volunteers to be among its greatest assets and welcomes applications from candidates who will contribute their specific skills to its mission “to inspire, enlighten, and delight all of its visitors while preserving and enhancing [Winterthur]” and also uphold its core values of agility, excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusion, and transparency.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Family Programs Intern supports Terrific Tuesday, Winterthur’s summer program for families with children aged 3 to 10. The intern works with Winterthur staff to design hands-on activities that engage visitors with Winterthur’s resources through imaginative and creative play. The intern will train high-school volunteers to lead those activities and will supervise their delivery on Tuesdays in the museum and on Thursdays at outreach events. Throughout the summer, they will document activities and collect participant feedback to evaluate the impact of on- and off-site versions of the program.

Terrific Tuesdays complement Winterthur's rotating exhibitions. The intern will work closely with museum staff and external partners to ensure each week’s activities highlight the stories of featured objects and artists while introducing visitors to both traditional and contemporary materials and means of making. In 2025 programming will connect with the upcoming exhibition Almost Unknown, the African-American Picture Gallery, inspired by William J. Wilson’s 1859 essay and guest curated by Dr. Jonathan Michael Square.

Compensation: $15.99

Benefits: 403b with employer match for eligible employees; discounts in the museum store and cafe; free general admission for you and your immediate family

Work Schedule: 28 hours per week, 9 AM - 4 PM Monday - Thursday; 10 week internship; June 2nd start date

Responsibilities:

1. Design hands-on activities for Terrific Tuesday programs.
2. Train high school volunteers to lead Terrific Tuesday activities.
3. Oversee hands-on activities during Terrific Tuesdays.
4. Participate in outreach to community summer camps.
5. Collect feedback from volunteers, visitors, and campers.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Experience: Currently enrolled in a college or university program, preferably with a course of study in art, history, education, or a related field

Knowledge/Skills:

1. Experience working with children from ages 3 to 18.
2. Comfortable speaking publicly and instructing groups.
3. Knowledge and/or interest in art, history, science, horticulture, and/or environmental science

Essential Functions:

1. Ability to communicate with large and small groups.
2. Valid driver’s license with ability to complete Defensive driving course.