For almost 20 years, the Museum has partnered with Southern Methodist University faculty on important paleontological work: from excavating bones and fossils at sites in Texas to preparing the fossils for research and exhibitions.
PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Intership (unpaid)
The Public Affairs Intern of the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History is an integral member of the Community Relations team. The Intern plays a key role in ensuring the Museum successfully fulfils its mission to provide an extraordinary environment to engage youth and families in learning about science, history and natural history. The unpaid Public Affairs Internship runs from May through September 2010. Working hours per week are flexible and will not total more than 30 hours per week. Reporting Relationship: The Public Affairs Intern reports to the Director of Public Affairs.
Basic Function and Responsibilities including but not limited to:
As a member of the Public Affairs Department, the Intern is responsible for assisting with media relations, including:
Drafting and Disseminating News Releases; Making follow-up phone calls to pitch stories/photo opportunities for Museum programs, exhibitions, and Omni Theater films.
Updating and Maintaining media contacts.
Organizing and Maintaining media clips.
Developing a broadcast clip library.
Assisting with various aspects of Museum Public Relations.
The Intern is responsible for assisting with the creation of collateral materials including:
Brainstorming story ideas for quarterly Museum newsletter.
Drafting articles for Museum newsletter.
Proofreading articles for Museum newsletter.
Proofreading monthly Museum e-newsletter.
The Intern will assist with special media events, as needed. The Intern will perform other duties as appropriate.
Qualifications:
The Internship is open to current seniors, recent graduates, and graduate students interested in Public Affairs, with a major in Journalism, Public Relations, Communications, or Marketing.
Strong oral and written communication skills with an attention to detail; ability to read and edit communications copy and other related documents.
Strong organizational skills; ability to process and maintain large volumes of paperwork.
An understanding of Public Relations and Media Relations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to sit or stand for extensive periods of time and negotiate local travel.
Human Resources Manager
Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
1600 Gendy Street
Fort Worth, Texas 76107
fax: 817-255-9354