Micro-Internship

Micro Internship/Job shadowing
- Overview:
  This one-day micro-internship, held from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, offers high school students an inside look at the exciting world of the Kentucky Derby Museum. Participants will shadow professionals in the Education Department and gain a behind-the-scenes understanding of educational programming in a museum setting.
- Learning Objectives:
  
  - Gain hands-on experience assisting with a student field trip
  - Explore career paths in education, teaching, museum work, and related fields
  - Develop real-world skills in communication, leadership, and public engagement
- Application Process:
  High school students interested in participating must submit a completed application, signed by a parent or guardian.
  
  Application Deadline: Applications are due one week prior to the selected internship date.
  Available Dates: Summer and Fall sessions currently open.
- Contact Information:
  For more information or to apply, please contact:
  Chami Weeratunga
  Museum Educator & Program Coordinator
  📧 cweeratunga@derbymuseum.org
  📞 502-814-3033
Student Information
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Parent/Guardian Consent:
I,      First Name   Last Name   , give permission for my child,   First Name    , to participate in the Micro-Internship/Museum Job Shadowing Experience on   Date   . I understand that my child will be under the supervision of museum staff during the program.

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Indemnification
I understand and agree to assume responsibility for all risk of theft, loss, damage of personal property, injury, or death that occurs at any time arising out of my participation in the micro internship program. I understand that as a condition of participation in this program, I agree to release from liability and to indemnify Kentucky Derby Museum for any damage, injury, or death to myself or to any person or property in any way connected with my participation in the micro internship program.

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(Parent/Guardian signature is required if student is under 18)
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Written Assesment
1. Why are you interested in participating in the Museum micro-internship/Job Shadowing Experience?
2. What do you hope to learn or experience during the program?
3. Do you have any favorite subjects in school or hobbies that relate to museums, art, or history?
4. Have you visited a museum before? If yes, share one thing you found fascinating.
5. What is one question you have about working in a museum?
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