Here are some possible Internship
Opportunities. This list is not
exhaustive.
History/
Cultural/ Science Museum
Community
Service and Activism
Also, see FIU’s site on service
leaning:
https://career.fiu.edu/internship-opportunities/
To get
information as an undergraduate seeking employment one must go through Career
Services. It is through the Career Services website that philosophy undergrads
may seek internships.
The website
for Career Services is: http://studentaffairs.fiu.edu/student-success/career-services/internships/index.php
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Miami-Dade State Attorney's
Office for Miami-Dade County http://www.miamisao.com/employment/asa/vol_interships.htm Attorney
on a part-time (minimum 20 hours) or full-time basis for a minimum of 10 weeks.
Duties will vary depending on the student's grade level, and may include
legal research and writing and assisting in all aspects of case preparation.
All interns will also be able to observe depositions and pre-file
conferences, attend court on a regular basis to observe pre-trial hearings
and trials and will become familiar with the workings of the criminal justice
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The Education
Effect: Liberty City Community School Partnership. http://engagement.fiu.edu/developing-the-community/the-education-effect/index.html http://news.fiu.edu/2012/01/the-education-effect/34635 In
September 2011, FIU and Miami-Dade County Public Schools established The
Education Effect, a university supported community school partnership to
improve educational outcomes in Liberty City. Sparked by a three-year seed
investment from the JPMorgan Chase Foundation, the partnership connects the
community, schools, students and parents with university expertise, resources
and research-based intervention programs to address pressing educational and
social needs of students at Miami Northwestern Senior High School and its
feeder schools. Dr
Lovett in Education is the director: mlovett@fiu.edu |
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Bass Museum of Art Address:
2100 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33139 Student
Opportunities: Docent-Docents
give interactive tours to groups of children and adults. Docents receive
educational tutorials on the exhibitions and attend group outings as well as
experience "behind the scenes" aspects of the museum. Contact the
Volunteer Coordinator at volunteers@bassmuseum.org
Volunteer-Positions
available in various departments ranging from events, programs, membership,
marketing and clerical projects. Contact the Volunteer Coordinator at volunteers@bassmuseum.org Intern-The
Bass Museum's intern program is aimed at college juniors, seniors and recent
graduates, graduate students and young museum professionals. The program
provides an introduction to the inner workings of specific departments
and theoretical training In a museum. Contact
leilani lynch at lIynch@bassmuseum.org |
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de la Cruz collection http://delacruzcollection.org/ Address:
23 NE 41st Street, Miami, Fl33137 Student
Opportunities: Intern-unpaid
internships available. Email Melissa@delacruz.com with your cover letter and resume to
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Locust Projects Duration:
Full: 3-4 months I High school: 2-3 months Hours: Full:
10 hours per week commitment I High school: 5 hours per week (with the
potential to contribute more time for special events) OPPORTUNITY
DESCRIPTION: This
internship is available to individuals who seek an in-depth learning
experience towards the exhibitions, events, and development activities of a
celebrated non-profit contemporary art organization. Interns work directly
with Locust Projects staff and contribute to the contemporary art community
in Miami. Internships are unpaid. The best candidates will be undergraduates
or recent college graduates, though high school internships are also
available. The focus of the internship is in one of three areas: ·
Programming: Work directly on our experimental exhibitions,
lectures, special events, and with our artists. This is the content of the
organization. ·
Development: Learn about the important strategies for
fundraising and growth for a non-profit organization. ·
Communications: Learn valuable PR and marketing skills required
for any organization as you support our press, community contacts, and public
image. ·
New Media: Work directly on our digital media content via
graphic design, video and audio related projects. Skills in Photoshop,
Illustrator and HTML are highly desirable. |
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Lowe Art Museum Address:
1301 Stanford Dr., Coral Gables Student
Opportunities: Docent-Student
Tour Guide option available to receive 1 credit for the semester. No experience
is necessary. A commitment to training, willingness to learn presentation and
guiding techniques, and an interest in art are the only requirements. Anyone
interested in a career that involves public speaking, presentations, public
advocacy, and community Involvement will benefit t Student
Opportunities: Volunteer-Unpaid
opportunities available: from this program. Intern-Opportunities
available |
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Miami Art Museum Address:
101 West Flagler Street Miami, Florida, 33130 Student
Opportunities: Docent-Members
of the museum {$45 fee, one year membership} can apply to be a docent.
Docents lead tours throughout the museum and assist Youth and Family
programs. Training takes place on the first, second, and third Wednesdays of
the month (Oct-May). Applications
are available online. Contact Umberto Ortega, HR, at hortega@miamiartmuseum.org Volunteer-Opportunities
available. Contact:
305-375-4073 or education@miamiartmuseum.org |
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Museum of Art -Fort Lauderdale Address: One
E. Las Olas Blvd. Student Opportunities: Volunteer-opportunities
available for Museum Members ($60 for individual membership) Intern-Intern
at the Academy and learn from working artists in a professional, studio
environment. Students and recent graduates in Fine Arts programs are
encouraged to apply. Administrative
Internships also available. Contact: Inquire online using their "Contact
Form" or send your cover letter and resume to education1@moafl.org |
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Norton Museum of Art http://www.norton.org/about-us Address:
1451 S. Olive Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 Student
Opportunities: Volunteer-Museum
staff provide guidance for volunteers as well as a monthly newsletter,
informational up-dates, and festive social occasions during the season.
Malissa Reese, Program and Volunteer Coordinator, at (561) 832-5196, x 1113 |
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The Patricia and Phillip Frost
Art Museum http://thefrost.fiu.edu/museum_vol.htm Address:
Florida International University, 11200 SW 8th St., Miami Student
Opportunities: Docent
Volunteer-The Frost Art Museum is looking for individuals with an interest in
art and a desire to learn, to become museum ambassadors, or docents. As a
docent, you will guide visitors towards a personal connection with works of
art creating an interactive environment. Contact 305.348.2890 Intern in
Art Education-The Frost Art Museum is seeking interns/student teachers for
our educational workshops: Art Smart: Sculpture, Art Smart: Figures,
Sculpture Badge Program, Art Works! (art therapy) ,and the Kenan-Flagler
Family Discovery Gallery. Interns will provide guided educational tours and
teach art activities to visiting schools. Interns will learn to teach art and
art history and manage groups of children. Contact Elizabeth Gonzalez at
(305) 348-2890 Rubell
Family Collection Address:
95 NW 29th Street, Miami, FL 33127, U.S.A. Student
Opportunities: Intern-10
week summer internships available. Interns gain well rounded experience in
art history. Responsibilities include things like writing condition reports,
cleaning, etc. Interns receive a small stipend. Contact: Kara Dispain or Juan
Roselione-Valadez |
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Young at Art Children's Museum http://www.youngatartmuseum.org/ Address:
11584 W. SR 84, Davie, Fl33325 Student
Opportunities: Volunteer-Volunteers
at YAA experience the excitement of using art for hands-on learning while
helping the museum serve 300,000 children and adult visitors each year. volunteer@YoungAtArtMuseum.org Intern-Part
time jobs and internships available depending on vacancies |
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Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum and
Village Address:
34725 W Boundary Road, Clewiston, Florida 33440 Student
Opportunities; Volunteer
and unpaid Internship programs available. Contact Hannah Sims at , or call 877.902.1113
Ext. 12220 to request an application. |
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Coral Gables Museum Address:
285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134 Student
Opportunities: Volunteer-Volunteers
at the Coral Gables Museum can participate in a wide array of activities,
including promotional events, special events, summer camp and educational
tours. Apply at coralgablesmuseum.org Intern Program Intern-Must be available
2 days/16 hours per week. Applicants
must have strong administrative skills and be familiar with Excel, Word,
PowerPoint, and Internet. Applicants must demonstrate interest in visual
arts, history, architecture, urban planning,
sustainable design, museum management and/or education. This internship is
unpaid. Academic credit Is offered. Applicants
should send resume and cover letter to caroline@coralgablesmuseum.org.
Subject line: Program Intern Curatorial Assistant Internship-Must be
available at least 2 days/16 hours per week. |
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Gold Coast Railroad Museum Address:
12450 SW 152nd St., Miami Student
Opportunities: Volunteer-Contact
Webmaster@gcrm.org Internships
can be arranged for credit |
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History Miami http://www.historymiami.org/visit/hours--locations/ Address:
101 West Flagler Street Miami, Florida 33130 Archives:
looking for volunteers that are available long term to work 8 hours a week. I
Education: opportunities available to intern, docent, or act as a gallery aid
. Contact:
Griselda Chavarria at 305-375-1492 |
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Jewish Museum of Florida Address:
301 Washington Ave., Miami Beach Student
Opportunities: Docent-Opportunities
available. Call 672-5044, ext. 3176 Volunteer¬-Collections
& Research Center: Help research for exhibits, enter into computer
database (Macintosh), label photos and negatives. Call Registrar @ 672-5044,
ext. 3167 – Administration
& Event Support: Volunteers needed to help with filing, copying, and
mailing In the Museum office. Call 672¬5044, ext. 3163. – Oral
History Program: Volunteers
needed to take oral histories and to transcribe them. Contact: JoAnn
Arnowltz, Executive Director at 305-672-5044 ext 3180 or director@jewishmuseum.com |
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Miami Children's Museum http://www.miamichildrensmuseum.org/ Address:
980 MacArthur Cswy., Miami Student
Opportunities: Volunteer-Opportunities
available for individuals free Saturday and Sunday from 11:00am-4:00pm/ or
12:00pm-4:00pm. A minimum of 60 hours is required for summer weekend
volunteers. Apply online at miamichildrensmuseum.org Contact 305.373.5437,
ext. 128 or email volunteer@miamichildrensmuseum.org Intern-Opportunities
available |
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Miami Science Museum Address:
3280 S Miami Ave., Miami Volunteering
at the Miami Science Museum Volunteers
form an essential part of our staff.
Whether working out in the Wildlife Center, on the floor with our
guests, or behind the scenes, our volunteers make an inimitable contribution
to the Museum of Science. Volunteering
is a great way to meet interesting people and learn new skills... and you
don’t have to be a science guru! No
matter what your interests, you'll find a fun and exciting volunteer
opportunity here at the Miami Science Museum. Whether
you are a high-school or college student, a retired senior or a working adult
with the desire to give back to your community, we have opportunities for you |
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Museum of Discovery and
Science/Blockbuster IMAX(r) Theatre Address:
401 SW 2nd St., Fort lauderdale Student
Opportunities; Volunteer-Administrative,
artistic and tour guide opportunities available. Call
954.713.0921 or email modsvolunteer@mods.net |
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Vizcaya Museum and Gardens Address:
3251 S. Miami Ave., Miami Student Opportunities: Volunteer-Volunteer
Guides conduct guided tours in addition to receiving specialized training in
museum education methodology, tour content and facilitation techniques.
Vizcaya also provides Guides with ongoing training opportunities, including
exclusive programs and materials. Intern-Vizcaya
offers volunteer (unpaid) and paid internship opportunities in various
departments for the fall, spring, and summer terms. Internships provide
candidates with the opportunity to build professional and academic skills and
experience. Internships can be offered for academic course credit with prior
approval from the educational institution. Contact Wendy Wolf at wendy.wolf@vizcaya.org |
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Wings Over Miami Air Museum http://www.wingsovermiami.com/ Address:
Kendall-Tamiami Executive Airport, 14710 SW 128 St., Miami Student
Opportunities: Volunteer-opportunities
available. Apply with volunteer contact form at http://www.wingsovermiami.com/
Internships-can be arranged |
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The Wolfsonian -FIU Address:
1001 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach Student
Opportunities: Volunteer-option
available but details not specified Intern-The Wolfsonian offers internships,
both for credit and not, that provide valuable experience for students
interested in a number of fields, including the arts, museums, and libraries.
For-credit
internships require approval from your college/university. Contact academic@thewolf.fiu.edu or
305.535.2649 |
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Community Service and Activism |
Peace Corps Prep/ Peace Corps Peace
Corps Prep at FIU is a program managed by FIU’s Office of Global Learning
Initiatives, through a formal partnership with the Peace Corps national
office. Students will gain skills and
experiences that make them competitive applicants for the Peace Corps and
other international development positions. This is a
program managed by FIU’s Office of Global Learning Initiatives, located in PC
245. Upon completion of the program, the students will be recognized by FIU
and the Peace Corps. The email
to contact with more questions is: https://goglobal.fiu.edu/pcp/. The
applications open for the Fall and Spring semesters only. For more
information: https://goglobal.fiu.edu/pcp/ |
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The Dan Marino Foundation The Dan
Marino Foundation, Inc., a 501(c) 3 organization was established in 1992 by
Dan and Claire Marino, motivated by their experiences in raising their son, Michael,
who is diagnosed with autism. The Foundation's mission is "empowering
individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities." http://www.danmarinofoundation.org/portal/#.UwZRQk2YbhN |
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The Lodge http://www.thelodgemiami.org/volunteer.html Victim
Response, Inc. (VRI) is a private not for profit corporation which received
tax exempt status under section 501(c) 3 of the Internal Revenue Code on
September 3, 2003. VRI’s primary purpose is the provision of services both
direct and indirect to victims of domestic violence, rape and sexual assault,
and other victims of crime. The Lodge
welcomes volunteers from diverse backgrounds and skills to enrich our shelter
and outreach programs. All skill levels are welcome and volunteers work in
all aspects of our programs including: clerical tasks, community education,
outreach support, crisis intervention and our children’s program, and Purple
Moose Camp. Please click here for a list of individual and group volunteer
opportunities List
of Opportunities. If you do not see the volunteer
opportunity that interests you, let us know about your interests and skills.
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Florida New Majority Florida New Majority is a
state-wide voter participation organization working to empower women,
African-Americans, Latinos, new immigrants communities, and young people to
fully participate in the political process toward an inclusive, fair, and
vibrant democracy |