Museum Event Intern

1 week ago

St Petersburg FL, United States Imagine Museum Full time

Museum Event Intern

Location:
Imagine Museum, St. Petersburg, Florida

Schedule:
Part-time internship; requires evening and weekend availability

About Imagine Museum

Imagine Museum in St. Petersburg, Florida, showcases a stunning collection of contemporary glass art from around the world. Through exhibitions, events, and community programming, the museum inspires creativity, innovation, and engagement with the arts.

Position Summary

Imagine Museum is seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented
Event Intern
to assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of a variety of museum events. This internship offers hands-on experience in event management within a vibrant cultural institution. Events include
music nights, fashion shows, comedy nights, vendor art markets, charity auctions, private event rentals, and more
.

The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, reliable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment—especially during evenings and weekends.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist the Events Team with setup, coordination, and breakdown of museum events
  • Support event logistics, including vendor coordination, guest services, ticketing, and crowd flow
  • Help maintain event schedules, checklists, and inventory of supplies
  • Assist with décor setup, signage placement, and gallery readiness before events
  • Provide on-site support during events to ensure smooth operations and an exceptional visitor experience
  • Support marketing efforts through social media posts, photography, and content creation during events (as assigned)
  • Greet and assist guests, artists, and performers with professionalism and hospitality
  • Conduct post-event wrap-up tasks such as clean-up, feedback collection, and data entry

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in
    Event Management, Arts Administration, Hospitality, Marketing, or related field
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Professional, friendly demeanor and customer service orientation
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays as required
  • Comfortable working on feet for extended periods and assisting with light physical setup
  • Interest in the arts, culture, and community engagement

Learning Outcomes

  • Gain practical experience in event production and coordination in a museum setting
  • Develop skills in guest services, vendor relations, and creative event execution
  • Build professional experience and references in arts and cultural management

Compensation

This is an
unpaid internship
, eligible for
college credit
where applicable. There is potential for this to become a paid position depending on performance.

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