Teen Tech Intern Application

Teen Technology Guide

Internship Application:

Summer Session: June 6th - August 4th, 2019

The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History is seeking applications for teen interns to serve as Teen Technology Guides, working with museum guests implementing a variety of hands on demonstrations, experiences, classes and workshops related to technologies and "making" - whether "high-tech" (computer programming, circuitry, robotics, etc.) or "low-tech" (crafting with tools, fine art, wood working, etc.).

This is a wonderful opportunity for teens to gain experience working in a professional setting, meet new people, make a positive impact on our community, and be a part of the Maker movement.The Maker movement emphasizes learning through doing, creating new things, and sharing new ideas and technologies.

There is also the chance to choose the VR Focus track. The Teen Tech electing a VR focus will work with Innovation Studios and Academy of Digital Learning staff to facilitate virtual reality experiences for Museum guests. They will be responsible for operating and evaluating VR equipment and software, as well as developing and curating new experiences. They will work both with the public and in an office.

Interns will be selected as Teen Technology Guides by museum staff based on skills in applicants' strongest subject areas (examples include: coding, circuitry, crafting, textiles, VR, etc.), guest interaction, demonstrated responsibility and fit with specific museum program needs.

The application is for the summer session only. Some applicants will be selected for phone and in-person interviews with the Innovation Studios Manager, as well as the Academy of Digital learning for the VR focus. Those who have been selected as Digital Learning Guides or Teen Technology Guides in past sessions must reapply.

Internship schedule will be arranged individually with the Studio Manager, but each intern is expected to commit to 50 hours throughout the summer session (June 6th-August 5th), typically assisting in Maker Studio which is held on Fridays & Saturdays.
Application Timeline
Positions within the program are limited and highly competitive. Applicants are encouraged to apply early.

January 28th: Applications Open

March 18th: Applications Close - Applications submitted on March 18th or later will not be considered.

March 25th-29th: Phone Interviews - Invitations to participate in phone interviews will be sent VIA EMAIL on a rolling basis through March 25th.

April 9-13: In-Person Interviews (Additional interview required for the VR focus)

April 16th: Notification of final decisions sent by the museum HR department

June 6th-7th: Teen Tech Training - Students and parents/guardians will be expected to complete all required paperwork (including a background check) before this day in order for students to participate. Training hours acquired on this day will count toward the 50 hour internship total.

August 4th: Summer Session Ends

Applicant Requirements
- Student in good standing in grades 10-12 during the 2019/2020 school year (or a graduating senior)
- 15-18 years old at time of application to program
- Compliance with all FWMSH employment policies required, including a background check
- Required releases signed by a parent or legal guardian
Basic Information
Name *

First Name Last Name
Birthday *
School *
Grade in 2019/2020 *
Why do you want to be a Teen Tech Intern or Digital Learning Guide? *
250 Word Limit
Interview Dates & Times

Please select below what dates and times you can be available for phone interviews, in-person interviews, and trainings.
Which dates & times would you be available for a phone interview if selected? Interviews last no more than 30 minutes. Select all that apply. *

March 25th, 3-3:30 pm March 25th, 4-4:30 pm March 26th, 3-3:30 pm March 26th, 4-4:30 pm March 27th, 3-3:30 pm March 27th, 4-4:30 pm March 28th, 3-3:30 pm March 28th, 4-4:30 pm March 29th, 3-3:30 pm March 29th, 4-4:30 pm
Which dates & times would you be available for an in-person interview if selected? In-person interviews will consist of an individual interview which takes no more than 60 minutes total. (Additional interview required for the VR focus) Select all that apply. *

April 9th, 2-3 pm April 9th, 3-4 pm April 9th, 4-5 pm April 10th, 2-3 pm April 10th, 3-4 pm April 10th, 4-5 pm April 11th, 2-3 pm April 11th, 3-4 pm April 11th, 4-5 pm April 12th, 2-3 pm April 12th, 3-4 pm April 12th, 4-5 pm April 13th, 10-11 am April 13th, 11-12 pm April 13th, 12-1 pm
Which times would you be available for training if selected as a Teen Tech? Initial orientation & training is three hours and will count toward the 50 hour total. Select all that apply. *

June 6th, 10 am -1 pm June 6th, 1-4 pm June 7th, 10 am -1 pm June 7th, 1-4 pm
If you have any special time requests or notes related to the above questions, please elaborate here.
Technology Experience

Please list all applicable experience and elaborate upon your skill level. Feel free to include information about other fields that you think may apply that are not listed below.
Please tell us your experience with "low-tech" making such as crafting or using physical tools.

Woodworking (Carving, Powertools, etc.) Crafting (Knitting/Crochet, Papercrafts, Jewelry Making, etc.) Fine Art (Painting, Sculpting, Drawing, Photography) Wearables (Sewing, Wearable Circuitry, etc.) Other ( please elaborate below)
Elaborate upon your "low-tech" making experience here.
Please tell us your experience with digital technologies and "high-tech" making.

Computer Programming (e.g. Java, C/C++, Scratch, Processing) Microcontrollers and Computers (e.g. Arduino, Raspberry Pi) Robotics (e.g. Lego Mindstorms, Animatronics) Electronic Circuits (e.g. sensors, motors, LEDs, Makey Makey) Other ( please elaborate below)
Elaborate upon your digital technology experience here.
VR Focus

The Teen Tech electing a VR focus will work with Innovation Studios and Academy of Digital Learning staff to facilitate virtual reality experiences for Museum guests. They will be responsible for operating and evaluating VR equipment and software, as well as developing and curating new experiences. They will work both with the public and in an office.
Are you interested in being considered for the VR focus with the Academy of Digital Learning?

Yes No
Please tell us your experience with digital technologies for the VR Focus.

HTC Vive Oculus Rift WorldWideTelescope Python programming language Astronomy, planetary science, or Earth science topics
Elaborate upon your VR experience here.
Other Experience
Please tell us about your experience working with the public. (Please include any experience working with children, community volunteering, teaching, public speaking, etc.) *
250 Word Limit
Optional: Do you have any experience with the Maker Movement? Please elaborate if so. If not, feel free to tell us about something interesting that you have made.
250 Word Limit
Contact Information

Please note that most contact with the Studio Manager throughout the program will occur through email, so please list an email that you check at least on a weekly basis.

NOTICE OF PHONE INTERVIEWS WILL BE GIVEN VIA EMAIL
Email *
Phone Number *

- Area Code Phone Number

Address *

Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City	State / Province
Postal / Zip Code	Country

Parent/Guardian Information

Legal guardians of volunteers must complete this section.
Guardian's Name *

First Name Last Name
Daytime Phone Number *

- Area Code Phone Number
Alternate Phone Number

- Area Code Phone Number
Name of another person, other than the guardians, who can be notified in case of an emergency *

First Name Last Name
Relation to the Student
Daytime Phone Number *

- Area Code Phone Number
Alternate Phone Number

- Area Code Phone Number
Does your student have special medical needs, allergies or take any medications that we should know about for their safety? Are any accessibility accommodations needed? If so, please explain.
I understand:

- that the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History will arrange any necessary emergency treatment in the event the parents or authorized person listed above cannot be reached.

- that photographs of my child in the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History may be taken for promotional and archival purposes.

- that I am responsible for my child's arrival and departure from the designated checkin and checkout site for each volunteer shift.

- that I consent for my child to be a volunteer at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History.

- that I must attend the parent portion of the orientation session in order to complete required paperwork and receive important program information.
I have read the above information and agree with these statements. *

Yes
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