This is  a three-month unpaid Winter/Spring internship beginning February 2020.

Under the guidance of MCD’s education staff, the Education and Public Programs Intern will assist in the preparation and implementation of MCD’s dynamic MAKE and MakeArt education programs both at the museum and at outreach venues across the Bay area. Interns will help plan, organize and lead educational tours and hands-on activities for visitors of all ages as well as assist in documentation and evaluation of programs. 

Qualified candidates will possess:

– Interest in art education, craft, and design
– Comfort with working with diverse audiences and ages
– Excellent verbal and written communication skills
– Ability to multi-task and handle routine office tasks
– Some weekend and evening shifts required

This is a four-month, unpaid Winter/Spring internship beginning February 2020.

Marketing and Communications Intern

Under the guidance of the Marketing and Communications Director and Assistant, the Marketing and Communications Intern will assist with the expansion of MCD’s online and social media presence. Interns will assist with the management of MCD’s content calendars and publishing to social media accounts. This includes management of MCD’s Google Adwords, which includes creating and scheduling ad campaigns and tracking analytics. The intern will also be expected to assist with the  posting of MCD programs, events and exhibitions to affiliate sites and platforms while assisting with updating sfmcd.org. Other duties include researching contacts for press, collaborations and outreach. Interns will also participate in neighborhood outreach and select museum events.

Qualifications:
– Passionate about the arts (especially contemporary craft and design) and nonprofits
– Pursuing or graduated with a degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing or other relevant field
– Experience with digital marketing and social media/e-marketing platforms including Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (preferably beyond personal use), as well as creating ads on social media platforms
– Experience with WordPress, Mailchimp, Airtable, Buffer and html
– Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Apps, Photoshop and Facebook Ads
– Excellent verbal and written communication skills (familiar with AP Style)
– Excellent eye for detail, project and time management skills and comfortable performing routine office tasks

Applicants should send a letter of interest and resume through Indeed. Interns must be willing to contribute a minimum of 8 to 10 hours of service per week.

This is a three-month unpaid Winter/Spring internship beginning February 2020.

Under the guidance of the museum’s education staff and working closely with the Associate Director, the Visitor Experience and Evaluation Intern will assist in the collection of visitor data through observation, creation of questionnaires and interviews of museum visitors and the community, preparing summaries of evaluation findings, and assisting with both in-house and offsite programs and events.

Qualified candidates will possess:
– Interest in museum studies, arts education, marketing or behavioral sciences
– Comfort in working and communicating with diverse audiences and ages
– Excellent verbal and written communication skills
– Ability to multi-task and handle routine office tasks
– Some weekends and evenings required

This is a four-month, unpaid Winter/Spring internship beginning February 2020.

MCD is looking for a highly creative and motivated individual who can quickly understand the museum’s brand and produce creative graphics for both digital and print platforms. The Fall 2019 design intern will report to the Marketing and Communications Director and will work with our design team in the creation, repurposing and editing of creative elements. The intern is responsible for providing support in adapting assets for web, social use and print and will assist in the development in exhibition-related and program materials. This Fall, the design intern will have the opportunity to work on various design projects related to upcoming exhibitions, MCD’s annual Designing Change event and Style ’19, a two-day fundraiser and shopping event at the museum.

Qualified candidates will possess:
–Interest in working in the arts-related and design field
–Excellent knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
–Self-starter and able to work in a fast-pace environment with tight deadlines
–Experience with WordPress and Squarespace is a plus
–Photography skills are a plus

HOW TO APPLY
Applicants must submit a letter of interest and resume on Indeed. Interns must be willing to contribute a minimum of 8 to 10 hours of service per week. Students who are able to receive school credit are encouraged to apply. 

Assist visitors with purchasing admission and merchandise in the Museum Store. Restock, tag, and display products in the store/storeroom as instructed by store manager. Must be reliable, friendly, trustworthy, interested in contemporary craft and design, and participate in Museum events as needed. Prior retail experience preferred. Mac savvy, quick learner. We use the Altru POS system.

• Associates Degree in a related field and/or equivalent work experience
• Three to five years of relevant experience involving project management and operation and maintenance of non-profit or commercial facilities
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to balance priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting
• Possesses excellent written, organizational, speaking and interpersonal skills
• Highly proficient in the use of computers and software applications, including database management; ability to learn new applications quickly upon hire
• Demonstrated outgoing personality with excellent interpersonal skills
• Possesses a positive attitude, initiative, sound judgment, and ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule as needed including some nights and weekends
• Ability to respond quickly to urgent security, building service and utility needs

The physical requirements described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand and walk; sit for long periods of time; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.

The Museum of Craft and Design is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse work environment. To apply, please visit indeedjobs.com/museum-of-craft-and-design/jobs. Interested candidates should include a resume and cover letter with your application. No phone calls please. Due to the anticipated number of applicant’s, only those candidates selected for further review will be contacted. The position will be open until filled.