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Sustainability & Youth Programs Intern - Summer 2025 (Personal Services)



OVERVIEW:

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis seeks a Youth and Sustainability Programs Intern to join our Sustainability and Youth Programs Manager. In this role, you will support our youth and sustainability programming by researching sustainability topics and assisting in the evaluation and development of engaging educational programs. This internship provides a hands-on, project-based experience, contributing to programs such as Kids Science Camp, Earth Fest, a teen leadership workshop, and the Juneteenth Jamboree.

The Children's Museum is fiercely devoted to our Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI) efforts. We believe in creating inclusive environments where every individual feels welcome and valued.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Research environmental sustainability topics and assist staff in developing compelling program content.
  • Track and evaluate programs and activities related to environmental sustainability, providing thoughtful feedback and activity suggestions.
  • Assist with the preparations and logistics for Kids Science Camp. Evaluate Kids Science Camp activities and provide feedback to support the 2026 camp year. Support Kids Science Camp family reception logistics.
  • Support relationship with museum partner, The Heritage Group, during Kids Science Camp planning and delivery.
  • Monitor the camp environment to ensure a safe and clean learning space.
  • Document work processes and create a manual for future interns, including best practices and tips.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Actively pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in education, sustainability, environmental studies, or a related field.
  • Experience working with elementary-age children is required; additional experience with teens is a plus.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational and research skills.
  • Experience in providing exceptional customer service.
  • Ability to multi-task and work independently in a dynamic environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Canva, and PowerPoint.
  • Availability: Must be available for Kids Science Camp from July 14-18.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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