Summer Computer Clubhouse Mentor Internship

Description

The Clubhouse is an after-school learning environment where young people explore their own interests and become confident learners thorough the use of technology. Mentors are a key part of the Clubhouse community, supporting the learning and exploration of clubhouse members. Mentors provide assistance, support and encouragement to Clubhouse Members.

Responsibilities

  • Orient, welcome, and guide new members
  • Help to identify members that might need extra support or encouragement
  • Organize special projects (based on interest)
  • Support members in thinking about career/college opportunities
  • Bring any serious concerns/issues to the attention of the Clubhouse Manager
  • Provide assistance as needed, especially one-on-one support for members during projects & activities
  • Engage in your own learning and exploration

Minimum Qualifications

  • Interest in the Clubhouse philosophy
  • Experience/ and or interest in working with young people
  • Technical/ and or art skills OR commitment to developing skills
  • Curiosity and interest in learning more about technology, working with young people, and being part of the Clubhouse Community
  • Open to new people and ideas

Additional Details

Hours / Days Per Week

Number of Hours: 7 hours/week, 2 - 5:30pm weekdays, Fridays 2-8pm, Saturdays 10am-4pm. (ideally 2 days/week). Applicants interested in Girls' Day would need to intern on Mondays.

Compensation

Unpaid and/ - or for course credit

Duration

Summer 2013 May/June - August

Special Notes

Special Notes: Intern benefits include free parking in the Museum garage, proximity to the Green Line, free admission, discounts in the Museum store and much more!

To Apply: The Museum of Science seeks to recruit, hire, develop, promote, and retain individuals from racially and culturally diverse backgrounds and persons with disabilities. We strive to create and sustain a more affirming environment for all staff, interns, volunteers, trustees and overseers. We value expertise gained at the Museum and encourage professional development and career growth.

To apply for this internship opportunity in our diverse & dynamic work environment, please email your cover letter, resume and contact information for three references to interncoordinator@mos.org. Include the position title in the email subject line.

Check out our website at www.mos.org for more internship opportunities!

The Museum of Science is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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 Science Park Boston, MA 02114

617-589-0362 (FAX) interncoordinator@mos.org

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Museum of Science seeks to recruit, hire, develop, promote, and retain individuals from racially and culturally diverse backgrounds and persons with disabilities. We strive to create and sustain a more affirming environment for all staff, interns, volunteers, trustees and overseers. We value expertise gained at the Museum and encourage professional development and career growth.