Social Entrepreneurship & Non-Profits

The Shoal Creek Conservancy (www.shoalcreekconservancy.org) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in 2013 with the mission of restoring, protecting and enhancing the ecological, social and cultural vibrancy of Shoal Creek for the people of Austin, Texas by engaging the public and partnering with the community. We seek to achieve this mission through activities that maintain and improve the Shoal Creek trail and greenway; enhance the public’s enjoyment of the Creek; and restore the watershed. Shoal Creek is the city’s oldest trail and extends for approximately six miles through the heart of Austin, Texas.

Do you love Austin’s trails, parks and creeks? Are you seeking experience in the nonprofit field? 

The Conservancy is now accepting applications for its Fall 2014 internship program. We are seeking current students or recent graduates to fill the following four positions:

• Volunteer Coordinator Intern
• Communications & Social Media Intern
• Fundraising & Development Intern
• Membership Intern

Stipend: These positions are unpaid. However, the Conservancy offers a $1,000 per semester stipend to help defer expenses and encourages students to pursue course credit.

Time Commitment: The internships will begin in early September. Interns are asked to commit at least 15 hours per week at the office, which is located in the heart of downtown Austin.

To Apply: Please send a resume and short cover letter to Joanna Wolaver atinfo@shoalcreekconservancy.org.

Mexic-Arte museum was founded on 1983  with one bold vision in mind: to educate and promote traditional and contemporary Latino art throughout the entire state of Texas.

Mexic-Arte Museum is looking for an intern to assist in the Education Department. Students should expect to make a commitment of about 10-20 hours per week. This opportunity is ideal for a student looking to fulfill a university internship requirement. This internship is unpaid, but successful completion of the internship may result in the possibility of applying for future employment as positions becomes available. Applicants must be able to pass a background check.

The schedule will be flexible. Shifts are generally scheduled between 9am and 6pm Monday-Friday. Shift times may vary week to week and there may be opportunities for weekend shifts. Shifts will last 4-6 hours with a lunch break. The intern will know their shift schedule 1-2 weeks beforehand and can request certain days/times that work with their schedule.

The education intern will assist with the coordination of youth and adult programs. Other opportunities include: touring youth groups through exhibitions, developing curriculum, preparing for and facilitating creative projects, assisting with education outreach, and helping with program evaluation.

Qualifications:

Excellent writing skills

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Must provide own transportation to and from Mexic-Arte Museum in downtown Austin

Bachelor’s Degree (or currently enrolled in a college or university)

Fluency in written and spoken Spanish and English

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Experience/ strong interest in Art History, Museum Education, or Latin American Studies

Responsibilities Include:

General office assistance such as copying and filing

Assist with grant reporting that is reviewed by the City of Austin, which includes entering client registrations, sign-in sheets , data and surveys into a database

Organize and maintain art materials; inventory of supplies such as t-shirts and ink

Assist with special museum events such as Make and Take/Family Day and scheduled group tours

Assist with social media marketing

To Apply: Please email resume and cover letter to Olivia Tamzarian.oliviat@mexic-artemuseum.org. 512-200-7277.