Presenter, Science Theaters - Internship (Unpaid) - Summer 2018

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ORGANIZATION: Carnegie Science Center

Responsible To: Education Coordinator, Demonstration Theaters

Task Description: This Science Theaters Presenter Internship at Carnegie Science Center is a truly
unique experience. It provides the opportunity for students with various science interests to demonstrate their excitement for science while honing interpersonal and public speaking skills.

Responsibilities:
 Presenting science demonstrations to visitors of various ages in the Science Theaters;
preparing the materials, conducting the activities with visitors.
 Supervising and maintaining the prep rooms; maintain inventory of chemical supply
 Assisting theater presenters in preparing chemicals, props, equipment, and supplies for
science demonstration programs
 Conducting research in preparation for future science demonstration programs; must prepare
a final report and submit to Carnegie Science Center and Internship Advisor
 Mastering the presentation of three or more large-audience science demonstration programs
 Upholding our commitment to customer service, our mission to provide science education
and inspiration, and our commitment to respecting diversity

Skills Required:
 Ability to interact positively with visitors and other staff
 Willingness to learn new information; genuine interest in science
 Sense of humor, fun, enthusiastic, and energetic
 Excellent verbal skills; comfort with large audiences; actively seek participation
 Ability to lift 50 lbs. and be comfortable with heights
 Ability to follow explicit directions
 Ability to do independent research with materials provided, including the internet
 Reliability and punctuality
 Ability to work with chemicals and common cleaning supplies

Parameters:
 Not responsible for administering first aid or CPR
 Must attend all staff trainings as scheduled
 Must demonstrate proficiency in all areas before working independently including cryogenics
and flammables

Training Methods:
 Will shadow and observe shows
 Work closely with fully trained presenters, and the Education Coordinator

Time Frame:
 30 hours per week, including one weekend day
 Occasional evenings

To Apply:
Send a letter of reference from an academic advisor, letter of interest, and a resume BY APRIL 1, 2018, to:
Internship Program
Carnegie Science Center
One Allegheny Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
- OR -
VolunteerPrograms@CarnegieScienceCenter.org

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About Carnegie Science Center

Location:

One Allegheny Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, US

Mission Statement

About Carnegie Science Center

Recipient of the 2003 National Award for Museum Service, Carnegie Science Center inspires and entertains by connecting science and technology with everyday life. In addition to providing valuable scientific experiences, Carnegie Science Center engages in outreach programs that serve Pittsburgh's diverse community. The Science Center is located on Pittsburgh's North Shore along the banks of the Ohio River and is accessible to persons with disabilities.

Mission

Carnegie Science Center is dedicated to inspiring learning and curiosity by connecting science and technology with everyday life. The Science Center provides experiences that are entertaining, interactive, first hand, accessible, relevant and understandable. The Science Center strives to identify and meet the needs of the community in its full diversity.

Vision

Carnegie Science Center will

  • Optimize a high-volume, highly-personalized approach to its impact on visitors, ensuring that each individual touched is encouraged to seize the greatness and potential within themselves, directly affecting career aspirations, personal development and achievement.
  • Invent the next-generation science center, establishing CSC as a dynamic destination of choice for core and expanding audiences, resolving space constraints, and establishing the broadest possible mix of experiences across the science and technology spectrum.
  • Differentiate itself by capitalizing on community partnerships and local/regional science and technology advancements, both inside and outside the confines of CSC's physical facility.
Values
  • Carnegie Science Center will respect and address the interests, concerns and needs of the people of the region and all staff.
  • The internal environment will enable staff and volunteers to be creative, develop personally, and gain the satisfaction of personal accomplishments.
  • All visitors will feel welcome, empowered and respected. The Center will be customer oriented in all its activities.
  • An evaluative process will be integrated into all actions to ensure effectiveness in relation to people's (staff and audience) needs, interests and potential.
  • Visitors will perceive good value, total quality and outstanding customer service.

Description

The Carnegie Science Center is a place where discoveries are made every day from the why of natural phenomena to the how of new technologies.

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Education & Literacy
Children & Youth, Education & Literacy

WHEN

Tue May 01, 2018 - Fri Aug 31, 2018

WHERE

Carnegie Science CenterOne Allegheny AvePittsburgh, PA 15212

(40.482803,-80.03673)
 

DATE POSTED

January 16, 2018

SKILLS

  • Adult Education
  • Math / Science Instruction
  • STEM
  • General Education
  • Theater Arts

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 30 hours/week

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