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Arts & History Intern at City of Boise in Boise, Idaho, United States Job Description Arts & History Intern Print (Apply ? Arts & History Intern Salary $16.00 - $18.00 Hourly Location Boise City Hall, ID Job Type Intern Job Number 23 -06537 Department Arts & History Division A&H Administration Opening Date 01/29/2024 Closing Date 2/19/2024 12:00 PM Mountain + Description + Benefits + Questions Summary Statement The Department of Arts & History is looking for two enthusiastic interns interested in interpretive cultural work. These interns will work with the Public Art and History/Archives divisions to give previously created tours (related to Boise History and the city's Public Art collection) to the public 3x weekly, and to design one new comprehensive tour each during the internship. The intern schedule will include Wednesday evenings and Saturdays from 9-1 (no exceptions). Interns will receive training in the public art process, Boise's public art collection, and Boise's history and culture. Essential Functions Responsibilities: + Greeting and welcoming customers to the tour. + Informing customers about the itinerary for each tour. + Planning itineraries in accordance with weather forecasts and the length of each tour. + Familiarizing yourself with the tour content + Familiarizing customers with tour content + Encouraging guests to apply sunscreen regularly and to remain hydrated, if applicable. Prior experience as a tour guide is advantageous. + Directing customers to other, non-competing services that might be of interest to them. Required Knowledge and Experience: + Minimum 1 year experience in customer service + Physically able to walk and stand for long periods. + Excellent communication skills + Great storyteller + Independent + Creative thinker and capable of improvisation + Capacity to stand and walk for extended periods. + Excellent conversational skills with a knack for storytelling. + Personable, humorous disposition. + Outstanding organizational and time management skills. + Ability to work during evenings and on weekends. Requirements Internship Requirements: To be eligible for the City of Boise Internship Program, applicants must be: + Undergraduate or graduate students with a strong academic record or who graduated in the last 12 months from an accredited university + Majoring in art (any area), history, anthropology, urban studies, or a related field + Be able to work up to 15-20 hours per week. + Be able to commit to the entire internship program Application Process: To apply for the City of Boise Internship Program, please submit the following materials: + Resume + Cover letter + Transcript + Two letters of recommendation (Optional) Working Conditions The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees. Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans. Healthcare- ZERO premium medical coverage for you and your family: + Low-cost dental and vision options. + Post-employment health savings account. Retirement and Investment Plans: + PERSI retirement benefits + 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match. + 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match WellBeing Program: + Up to $500 cash per year for participants. + Alternative transportation incentives. Paid Leave - City employees receive generous paid leave: + 8 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City + 11 paid holidays every year + 8 hours of sick leave per month + Six weeks Parental Leave Life & Long Term Disability: + Basic Life insurance at no cost to you + Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you Other optional benefits: + Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts + Supplemental Life Insurance + Supplemental Disability Insurance + Tuition reimbursement + Free local bus pass + Corporate discount programs + AFLAC + Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues. Please visit our website for further details To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account

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