Spring 2027 Public Programs Intern

Summary

SummaryHoused within the Museum Services department, Public Programs is responsible for educating varied audiences about country music through events that target adult audiences. The goal of the Public Programs internship is to gain experience in planning and executing a range of programs intended to educate adult audiences about country music. These programs may include live interviews and performances, concerts, film screenings, and other educational offerings. Under the guidance of the Public Programs team, the intern will learn to help prepare for and facilitate these programs, communicate with Museum visitors and program performers, and write various program support materials. The intern will also undertake administrative duties, attend team meetings, research, and brainstorm ways to support future programming, assist with select online content, and help facilitate other Education or non-public events as needed.Specific Internship Duties:Weekly Tasks:Research and write introductions for select programsCurate house music playlists for select programsWrite program entries for web calendar as neededReview the web calendar for accuracy and report any inconsistenciesAssist with “day-of-show” program managementArtist and production tasks: set‑up, escorting performers, taking detailed notes, and other tasksGuest and audience service tasks: managing guest lists, scanning tickets as needed, and fielding questions from Museum visitorsParticipate in department meetingsOngoing Tasks:Research exhibit themes for corresponding programsBrainstorm and research program ideasMaintain digital records and reportsSuggest edits to repackage recorded programs as digital content as neededAssist with program clip selection for social media as neededSpecial Tasks:Lead one weekend of regular programs from advancing with the performers to writing and delivering the introductions in front of the audienceKey DetailsCompensation: $15/hour (undergraduate); $18/hour (graduate)Duration: January 13 – April 9, 2027Schedule: PT (25 hours/week max.)Deadline: November 2, 2026EligibilityMinimum Requirements:Currently enrolled, credit‑seeking, and/or degree‑seeking undergraduate or graduate studentPreferred Requirements:Seeking a degree in education, music, museum studies, event management, or related fieldCustomer service experienceAn interest in country music, or willingness to learnConditions of Internship:Must be able to work weekends (although weekend hours are required, some of our special programs occur outside of typical Museum hours (9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. CT), so a flexible schedule is ideal for the intern to gain the most experience with a variety of programs)Lift 25 lbs. or lessAboutThe Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum collects, preserves, and interprets the evolving history and traditions of country music. Through exhibits, publications, and educational programs, the Museum teaches its wide range of audiences about the enduring beauty and cultural importance of country music.Tagged as: Public Programs#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

SummaryHoused within the Museum Services department, Public Programs is responsible for educating varied audiences about country music through events that target adult audiences. The goal of the Public Programs internship is to gain experience in planning and executing a range of programs intended to educate adult audiences about country music. These programs may include live interviews and performances, concerts, film screenings, and other educational offerings. Under the guidance of the Public Programs team, the intern will learn to help prepare for and facilitate these programs, communicate with Museum visitors and program performers, and write various program support materials. The intern will also undertake administrative duties, attend team meetings, research, and brainstorm ways to support future programming, assist with select online content, and help facilitate other Education or non-public events as needed.Specific Internship Duties:Weekly Tasks:Research and write introductions for select programsCurate house music playlists for select programsWrite program entries for web calendar as neededReview the web calendar for accuracy and report any inconsistenciesAssist with “day-of-show” program managementArtist and production tasks: set‑up, escorting performers, taking detailed notes, and other tasksGuest and audience service tasks: managing guest lists, scanning tickets as needed, and fielding questions from Museum visitorsParticipate in department meetingsOngoing Tasks:Research exhibit themes for corresponding programsBrainstorm and research program ideasMaintain digital records and reportsSuggest edits to repackage recorded programs as digital content as neededAssist with program clip selection for social media as neededSpecial Tasks:Lead one weekend of regular programs from advancing with the performers to writing and delivering the introductions in front of the audienceKey DetailsCompensation: $15/hour (undergraduate); $18/hour (graduate)Duration: January 13 – April 9, 2027Schedule: PT (25 hours/week max.)Deadline: November 2, 2026EligibilityMinimum Requirements:Currently enrolled, credit‑seeking, and/or degree‑seeking undergraduate or graduate studentPreferred Requirements:Seeking a degree in education, music, museum studies, event management, or related fieldCustomer service experienceAn interest in country music, or willingness to learnConditions of Internship:Must be able to work weekends (although weekend hours are required, some of our special programs occur outside of typical Museum hours (9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. CT), so a flexible schedule is ideal for the intern to gain the most experience with a variety of programs)Lift 25 lbs. or lessAboutThe Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum collects, preserves, and interprets the evolving history and traditions of country music. Through exhibits, publications, and educational programs, the Museum teaches its wide range of audiences about the enduring beauty and cultural importance of country music.Tagged as: Public Programs#J-18808-Ljbffr