The Children's Museum of Indianapolis

OVERVIEW: The IIT-AV Intern will gain hands-on experience developing and maintaining technology for The Children's Museum of Indianapolis. This intern will assist with opening and closing the building, installing technology in new galleries, and researching and prototyping new interactives. There is a new gallery being installed during this internship, and the main focus will be assisting with the installation and mobilization of that gallery. The Children's Museum is building and sustaining an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates differences. Successful candidates will demonstrate the desire and ability to make positive contributions to our growth. We believe that collaboration and open dialogue among persons with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives best support our vision and mission. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Open the building to ensure all interactives are working Brainstorm new gallery interactives and technologies...

OVERVIEW: The Traveling Exhibits Program Intern will gain hands-on experience in exhibit marketing and partner relations, helping bring TCM's traveling exhibits to venues across the country. This intern will research and build out conference marketing materials, design a new e-newsletter template for the Traveling Exhibits team, and manage industry contacts as the program grows its network of venue and brand partners. The Children's Museum is building and sustaining an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates differences. Successful candidates will demonstrate the desire and ability to make positive contributions to our growth. We believe that collaboration and open dialogue among persons with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives best support our vision and mission. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Create a TRX e-newsletter template and first issue to be distributed biannually to venues and brand partners Input industry contacts and...

OVERVIEW: The Training and Professional Development Intern is part of the Human Resources and Organizational Development division, which supports the staff who serve the constituents of The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. This role specifically supports the Training and Professional Development function, contributing to initiatives that build on newly developed frameworks to organize and streamline departmental work, as well as to identify more targeted learning and development opportunities for Museum staff. The intern will support projects such as updating and creating standard operating procedures (SOPs), analyzing annual training survey data, and supporting internal training initiatives. The Children's Museum is building and sustaining an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates differences. Successful candidates will demonstrate the desire and ability to make positive contributions to our growth. We believe that collaboration and open...

Overview: This intern will focus on developing strategies to engage constituents in philanthropy through the entire donor cycle, from identification through stewardship. Through research and creative problem-solving, the intern will help design strategies that inspire long-term engagement with the Museum across multiple constituencies. This role provides hands-on experience in nonprofit administration and development. The intern will provide a variety of administrative support to colleagues within the Individual Giving team in the development department and support the Museum’s individual annual fund renewal program. The Children's Museum is building and sustaining an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates differences. Successful candidates will demonstrate the desire and ability to make positive contributions to our growth. We believe that collaboration and open dialogue among persons with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives best...

OVERVIEW: The Marketing Graphic Design Intern will be responsible for designing and producing a broad range of marketing materials including, but not limited to: signs, banners, fliers, brochures, postcards, invitations, social media graphics, and booklets. A major focus of this role will be designing, printing, and physically producing medium- to large-format signage for placement within the museum.  The Children’s Museum is fiercely devoted to our Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI) efforts. Together, we are building and sustaining an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates differences.  ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Develops design concepts that effectively communicate the goals and objectives of each project. Projects will include signs, banners, flyers, brochures, postcards, invitations, booklets, etc. that support marketing campaigns for exhibits, events, special initiatives, and museum operations. Performs retouching...

OVERVIEW: The Riley Sports Legends Experience (RSLE) Guest Experience Intern works to assist with operations support and delivering interpretive experiences in the RSLE spaces for The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, including a new digital immersion experience housed within the RSLE department. The Intern gains on-the-job experience while contributing their academic expertise to the world-class visitor experiences developed and delivered at the museum. The Intern will learn about various aspects of the museum's operations. The intern will engage in research and program facilitation, service delivery, general administrative functions, scheduling and training, and exhibit maintenance. Through this experience, the Intern may have opportunities to gain practical professional experience in sports administration, guest experience operations, history, physical fitness, and health education through a variety of family-fun, indoor and outdoor assignments. The Children's...

OVERVIEW: The Museum Store Intern will help drive growth of the Museum Store's online sales. In Part One, the intern will research and build a marketing plan, meeting with internal Business Sales and Strategy Marketing team members as well as external contacts like the Museum Store Association and industry experts, then present a plan with 2 to 3 strategies, supporting tactics, and revenue metrics to Museum Store leadership. In Part Two, the intern will implement that plan by learning the back-end operations of the Shopify website, improving the site's layout, adding new products, and presenting the results of their work. The Children's Museum is building and sustaining an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates differences. Successful candidates will demonstrate the desire and ability to make positive contributions to our growth. We believe that collaboration and open dialogue among persons with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives best...

OVERVIEW: The Lilly Theater Technician Intern will work closely with the production team on all technical aspects of the Lilly Theater's spring production, from building the set to hanging lighting. Once the show opens, the intern will work with the full Lilly Theater team to maintain the production and help run the house during shows. The Children's Museum is building and sustaining an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates differences. Successful candidates will demonstrate the desire and ability to make positive contributions to our growth. We believe that collaboration and open dialogue among persons with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives best support our vision and mission. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Work with power and pneumatic tools, including saws, staple guns, and sanders, to build the set for the spring production Create and assemble props and costumes Paint the set and props Hang and focus lighting, and...

OVERVIEW: The Lilly Theater Stage Management Intern will work closely with the production directors and stage manager during rehearsals for the Lilly Theater's spring production. Once the show opens, the intern will work with the full Lilly Theater team to maintain the production and help run the house during shows. The Children's Museum is building and sustaining an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates differences. Successful candidates will demonstrate the desire and ability to make positive contributions to our growth. We believe that collaboration and open dialogue among persons with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives best support our vision and mission. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist the stage manager in taking notes during rehearsals Assist with running tech and sound during rehearsals Assist with setting and resetting the stage for rehearsal Help maintain the production and run the house during shows once...

OVERVIEW : The Photo/Video Production Intern will be responsible for acquiring, editing, and delivering photo/video assets for the Creative Marketing and Public Relations teams. A major focus of this role will be capturing media during special events to be distributed to news outlets for PR purposes. During Spring 2027, these events will include Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Barbie: You Can Be Anything The Experience, Building Black, and more. The Children’s Museum is fiercely devoted to our Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (DEAI) efforts. Together, we are building and sustaining an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates differences.   ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides photo and video services to support museum marketing and public relations needs, with a primary focus on the creation of media for distribution to news outlets and use on the museum’s social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube). Performs...

OVERVIEW: The Security Operations Intern will assist the Director of Security Operations with day-to-day security operations and project-based work that supports the safety and security of The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. This intern will contribute to operational improvements, documentation updates, and event and school group procedures while gaining exposure to security operations in a large, public-facing organization. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:   Update Policies and Procedures within the Security Department Fire Extinguisher audit and relocation Assist with reviewing and updating Security Standard Operating Procedures. Support the Safety Warden Program. Assist with school group arrival and departure procedures. Support security operations related to Museum events as needed. REQUIREMENTS: Sophomore, junior, or senior at the college level, majoring in Security, Law Enforcement, Homeland Security/Public Safety...

OVERVIEW: The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis seeks a Grant Writing Intern to join our Advancement (fundraising) team. This intern will research and draft written proposals to donor prospects in support of the Museum’s Centennial Capital Campaign, requesting funding for new programs and exhibits. Our team provides personalized, project-based internships that result in a portfolio of real work experience that aligns with students’ passions and enhances appeal to prospective employers. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Research potential new funders, including foundation, corporate, and government sources, to identify opportunities that align with the Museum’s mission and upcoming projects. Write first drafts of letters of intent and full grant proposals to potential donors, utilizing strong research and persuasive/argumentative writing skills. Write first drafts of grant reports, partnering with various museum departments, such as Exhibit Development, School...

OVERVIEW  The Community Initiatives Intern will assist with community engagement activities to support the museum in being a trusted and reliable partner to the community and Mid-North Neighborhoods that surround the museum. Additionally, the intern will provide aid in reducing barriers that limit access to dependable and credible resources that support a good quality of life for community members and Mid-North residents by fulfilling the following responsibilities: The Children's Museum is building and sustaining an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates differences. Successful candidates will demonstrate the desire and ability to make positive contributions to our growth. We believe that collaboration and open dialogue among persons with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives best support our vision and mission.  ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:             Assist with promotional efforts to drive enrollment and participation in...

OVERVIEW: The full-time Museum Store Sales Associate is responsible for engaging in customer service, sales, and merchandising activities for The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis Store. The associate completes daily merchandising tasks and conducts accurate operations of the cash register.  The incumbent ensures timely and accurate opening and closing processes with consistent completion of daily paperwork.  The associate works a flexible work schedule to ensure proper store coverage, including weekends and some evenings. They assist with other retail projects, at the direction of Store management, as needed.  The Children’s Museum is building and sustaining an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates differences. We believe that collaboration and open dialogue among people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives best support our vision and mission. REPORTS TO:         Museum Store Sales Manager ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:...

OVERVIEW: The AV Modular Exhibit System (MES) Technician for The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, Inc. is responsible for the audio, video, and lighting technology installation and maintenance components of the MES. The incumbent collaborates with project teams to understand needs and provides recommendations for system layout, system functionality, GUI interface, lighting, etc. They act as lead system tech to address escalated technical issues. The technician works in concert with external partner(s) to address problems and design new shows. The technician develops and maintains system documentation and provides exceptional customer service to visitors, staff, volunteers, contractors and vendors. They assist with other AV projects, maintenance, and tickets as needed. The Children’s Museum is building and sustaining an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates differences. We believe that collaboration and open dialogue among people with diverse...