Culture & Engagement Intern

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The Field Museum’s Culture & Engagement Intern supports initiatives that connect workplace culture with community engagement, helping to foster an inclusive, welcoming environment for both museum staff and the public. This role bridges internal culture‑building efforts with outward‑facing programming, ensuring that the museum’s values are reflected in how it engages employees, visitors, and communities.

Through hands‑on experience with public programming, heritage month celebrations, and cross‑departmental collaboration, the intern will also gain exposure to the various departments that support natural history museums.

Support community facing events by engaging visitors in conversations that reflect the museum’s commitment to inclusion, curiosity, and shared learning

Assist in planning and implementing Cultural Heritage Month programs that connect staff experiences with community perspectives

Support internal culture and engagement initiatives that promote employee well‑being, inclusion, and belonging

Assist with planning and coordination of workforce engagement events tied to heritage months and awareness celebrations

Assist with scheduling, logistics, and coordination for Culture & Engagement programs and events

Conduct research to support educational programming, workshops, and engagement strategies

Support internal communications, including drafting emails, presentations, and engagement materials

Help organize meetings and collaborate with departments across the museum

Gain experience designing programs that connect internal values with community impact

Develop skills in collaboration, facilitation, and inclusive communication

Engage in professional development focused on workplace culture, inclusion, and community engagement

Rising junior or senior undergraduate student in Museum Studies, Anthropology, Sociology, Education, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field

Interest in both community engagement and workplace culture or organizational development

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences

Organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple responsibilities

Demonstrated interest in workplace inclusion and community engagement

Experience with event planning, facilitation, or community outreach

Interest in cultural heritage, natural history, or public humanities

Familiarity with public-facing roles or team-based projects