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KidsTown Programs Interns will assist the KidsTown team with developing, testing, and implementing programs in all subject areas for children ages 0-7 and their families. Intern responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: supporting the full time KidsTown team by completing research and prep tasks, assisting with live programming, helping to prepare for and run early childhood events, engaging guests on the exhibit floor, cleaning and tidying the exhibit hall, and developing new educational content for guests to enjoy. Candidates should have an interest in science, art, and music/theatre.

Qualifications:

• Experience working with and developing activities for children under the age of 7.
• Comfort with working both with young children and their adult caregivers.
• Understanding of developmentally appropriate practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well with staff and guests.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Skills & Requirements:

• Has completed 2+ years of college courses – preferably in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or Science.
• Ability to successfully pass criminal background check and fingerprinting.
• Ability to work independently.
• Willingness to get messy if project or assignment requires.
• Ability to report promptly for all scheduled shifts.
• Availability on weekends, school holidays, and all special events.
• Preferred that interns commit to one full semester that runs concurrently with the school year. Hours are flexible with 10-20 hours per week.

The Orlando Science Center Meetings and Events department produces more than 250 events a year, ranging from weddings to corporate functions. We have more than 200,000 sq. ft. of exhibit and event space that is available for private events. The goal of the Meetings and Events department is to provide outstanding customer service while building excellent relationships with our clients.

Meetings & Events interns will be responsible for working closely with the Meetings & Events team on various tasks, including: site visits with clients and vendors, on site assistance during events, updating Orlando Science Center’s photo library, preparing event paperwork, purchase orders, invoices, collecting payment, vendor load in and load out, creation of diagrams, and phone calls to clients and vendors.

Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal skills, problem solving abilities and organization.
• Positive, cheerful attitude.
• Ability to work well with staff and guests.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Willingness to learn.
• Readiness to be flexible and adaptable.
  
  

Skills & Requirements:

• Candidates pursuing a degree in Hospitality/Event Management preferred.
• Successfully pass criminal background check and fingerprinting.
• Ability to work independently.
• Self-motivated to seek out task and projects.
• Possesses personal initiative.
• Reports promptly to work on days scheduled.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Interns generally work 1 office day per week and 1-2 events per week; most events are Friday-Sunday evenings.

The Special Events intern will assist the Director of Special Events with the creation of Special Events for the Orlando Science Center. Interns will assist with identifying and soliciting prospective content partners, schedule and attend meetings, order lunch, send out meeting reminders and take minutes, process invoices and record expenses, assist with event logistics before and during event, prepare staffing plans, track in-kind donations, inventory, and other record keeping. Interns will interact with staff, vendors, sponsors and guests, as well as assist with other special events as needed.

Qualifications:

• Excellent customer service with critical thinking and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office programs, including: Word and Power Point.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Understands and supports the mission of the Orlando Science Center, to Inspire Science Learning for Life.
• Ability to work well with others and to remain professional and courteous with all partners.
• Willingness to learn and a positive attitude.
• Have an understanding of emerging technologies, especially as they relate to the STEM field.
• Education in the business administration, special events, or related work experience is preferable.

Skills & Requirements:

• 2 or more years of college courses, preferably Non-profit Management, Education, or Digital Media.
• Have already completed a previous internship.
• Ability to successfully complete a criminal background check.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Self-motivated to seek out tasks and projects.
• Minimum time commitment of 1 semester with availability to work all Special Events during the internship time period.
• Available Tuesday – Thursday between the hours of 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m., January through June, with a minimum of 2 days a week and 4 hours a day

Orlando Science Center’s Public Programs department creates and presents content including demonstrations, shows, & activities for guests as well as creating special themed content each month. Public Programs is offering an internship to develop skills in science communication, facilitation, resourcefulness, & creativity.

Over the course of the internship, participants will learn & present specific content, assist in creating content, & assist with daily tasks both front & back of house. They will standardize & prototype STEM challenges & theme of month demonstrations, present science polls, & collect program surveys. Their project for the cohort will be one themed cart demonstration that displays science content in a fun, engaging guest experience.

Qualifications:

• Second year college students or above
• Seeking a degree in science or education
•  Presentation skills preferred
• Experience working with children preferred
• Desire to learn
• Readiness to be flexible & adaptable

Skills & Requirements:

• Successfully pass criminal background check & fingerprinting
• Comfortable speaking in front of large groups
• Reports promptly to work on days scheduled
•  Able to lift 25 lbs
• Individuals should be organized & able to work with minimal supervision & guidance

To Apply: Send your resume with a cover letter to Megan Collins, Coordinator of Volunteer Development, at mcollins@osc.org

The Development Intern will work directly with Orlando Science Center’s Development Specialist to gain valuable experience in donor database utilization, fundraising, and special events, while helping build a sense of community and belonging for a well-respected non-profit organization. This is an unpaid internship, but is eligible for college credit.

The Development Intern is responsible for working closely with the Development team on various special projects including archiving, data entry & cleansing, participating in corporate donors, assisting with Silent Auction solicitation and organization, and stewardship of auction donors. The Development Intern will work on special events, including Otronicon, Science of Wine, and Inspiring Innovation Gala.

Qualifications:

• Utilize computer skills to manage donor information in Tessitura donor database
• Use Microsoft Outlook skills (including but not limited to: Outlook, Word, and Excel)
• Attend any meetings as assigned (i.e.: committee meetings, upcoming events, etc.)
• Work on various events, including keeping detailed tracking on status of sponsors and auction items. Attendance at events outside of intern hours may be necessary.
• Analyze auction donations for strengths and weaknesses

Skills & Requirements:

• Must be a degree-seeking students, preferably in Development, Museum Studies, Non-profit, and/or Public Administration
• Strong writer and proofreader
• Manage significant attention to detail and well organized
• Good communication skills and comfortable with making phone calls
• Minimum time commitment of 9-12 hours per week required
• Must commit to one full semester that runs concurrently with the school year

To Apply: Send your resume with a cover letter and a professional writing samples to Megan Collins, Coordinator of Volunteer Development, at mcollins@osc.org.

The Volunteer Resources Intern will be in charge of assisting the Volunteer Resources Department with creation and implementation of programs and activities for Orlando Science Center volunteers. The Volunteer Resources Intern’s responsibilities will include, but are not limited to; filing, database entry/management, identifying and recruiting prospective volunteers, scheduling, volunteer management, volunteer experience facilitation, and community outreach. This internship will complete a project-based learning assignment focusing on capacity building, program development, or volunteer engagement. Intern will report to the Coordinator of Volunteer Development and/or Coordinator of Volunteer Resources.

Qualifications:

• Enjoys working with and/or has experience leading youth in the community
• Positive, friendly attitude
• Willingness to learn new computer programs
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to work well with staff, guests, and volunteers
• Readiness to be flexible and adaptable

Skills & Requirements:

• 2 or more semesters of college courses, preference given to Non-profit Management and Human Resources majors
• Attend internship orientation
• Successfully complete a criminal background check and fingerprinting
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Self-motivated to seek out task and projects
• Report on time to work on days scheduled
• Weekend availability preferred

To Apply: Send your resume with a cover letter to Megan Collins, Coordinator of Volunteer Development, at mcollins@osc.org