Youth and Family Programs Summer Intern

Join our team for an unforgettable, hands-on experience working directly with the Smithsonian’s summer youth programs on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.!

About the Role:
As a Summer Program Intern, you’ll support and coordinate Smithsonian Summer Camp, Smithsonian Sleepovers, and Discovery Theater programs. This is a unique opportunity to work with campers, assist Youth Teacher Assistants, and engage in program planning and logistics while exploring arts administration, museum education, and event production.

Responsibilities:

Provide support to the team by assisting with all aspects of the daily running of our summer youth and family programs including, but not limited to:

• Working with campers(K-9th grade) and orchestration of Youth Teacher Assistant (15+ years and older) (YTA) program. 
• Maintenance and execution of logistics required for all programming including internal paperwork, and external communication with registrants.
• Procurement and organizing of individual program materials.
• Over-sight of Before and After camp as well as lunch hour.
• Research and create social media – learn to use Learning Lab (time permitting)
• Work to ensure all materials are available for each sleepover; some crafting may be needed, but not necessary.
• Attend all sleepovers - evening and weekend hours.
• Maintain and support clear lines of communication on all levels.
• Ability to work with children, parents, instructors, and peers.
• Be flexible and have ability to work where needed.
   

Qualifications:

• Experience or strong interest in working with children and/or program administration in a museum or classroom setting
• Background or strong interest in program management, education and/or special events planning required
• Ability to work quickly with attention to detail both independently and as a team
• Self-motivated with ability to take initiative when needed
• Capability to collaborate as a member of a team
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel
• Strong computer and communication skills
• Must be able to interact with many different types of people while maintaining a professional demeanor

Program Details:

Location: S. Dillon Ripley Center, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C.
Summer 2027 (June 1– August 20)
Time Commitment:       40+ hours/week; 1 full summer
Schedule:

Monday-Friday**

June 1 – 18 , August 16 -20 – pre and post camp: 10am – 4pm  

June 21- August 13: 8-hour shifts starting as early as 7:00am and ending as late as 6pm 

Before and After Camp starts at 7:30am and 4:30pm

Sleepovers run 5:00pm – Midnight (Friday and Saturdays

** Saturday morning YTA orientation 

Compensation: $7,700 stipend (housing not provided)
Mentorship: This role is supervised by Brigitte Blachère, Program Manager, offering a professional development experience in cultural education and event management.

Apply now for a chance to gain museum education experience and make an impact at the Smithsonian this summer!