Learning & Engagement Programs Assistant; part-time temporary

The Henry Ford is a nonprofit organization, an internationally recognized cultural destination, and a one-of-a-kind workplace. Our team is inspired daily by one another as well as the authentic stories of innovation that we share across our four venues. We want you to be part of this legacy and take it forward.

The Learning & Engagement Programmatic Assistant will provide programmatic support to the Learning & Engagement team and the Invention Convention Worldwide team for projects pertaining to the ICW programming and events while providing programmatic support for professional development and other programs.

This is a temporary position that will last seven weeks from April 20 through June 5, 2026. This is a hybrid position requiring the assistant to be able to work remotely for the first six weeks of the position and onsite for event prep and the event itself.

Reviewing Submissions for ICW Events, and On-Site Support for Invention Convention U.S. Nationals

• Reviewing submissions for ICW events (Invention Convention Michigan, Invention Convention U.S. Nationals, Independent Inventors Program) for various criteria including scoring submissions for originality, selecting candidates for interviews, gathering information for sponsors and partner judging, and collecting data for awards presentations.
• Provide on-site support for the week of Invention Convention U.S. Nationals (June 2-6). Duties can and will include assembly of materials for participants, transport, and display of said materials, assisting with participant check-in, providing participants with information and way finding, assisting with judging finalization and award ceremony and script preparation.
• Reviewing judge feedback for inventors.

Programming Assistance for Learning and Engagement Team

• Provide the Learning and Engagement Team with programming assistance, which can include administrative duties, onsite assistance for professional development, developing educational resources, and special projects as needed.
• Assist the Learning & Engagement team with special projects and events as needed.
• Create and communicate work plans as needed through regular updates and reports.
• Share responsibility for housekeeping tasks related to the storage and office areas.
• Contribute to the effective team management of all problems, issues, and opportunities.
• Act as a team player and provide expertise within the team and other teams as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Experience working in an office setting or remotely
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)

• Must be an enthusiastic team player and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Interest in nonprofit operations and innovation, invention, and entrepreneurial learning
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Please note that this job description is subject to modifications at any time to meet the evolving requirements of our institution.

Respect, inclusion, and opportunity for people of all backgrounds will attract the best ideas to THF and help us shape a more vibrant future. By honoring and celebrating people’s diversity, THF can bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work and community. Achieving diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility is a continuous process, which, we believe, will contribute to a sustainable and inclusive world.

Therefore, we strongly encourage applications from individuals who identify with or belong to marginalized communities.

It is the policy of The Henry Ford to prohibit discrimination in any employment, donor or volunteering opportunity including but not limited to based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. This Policy applies to all of our employees, donors and volunteers to ensure that they are treated without discrimination.