Summer 2025 Mars Museum Collections Management Internship

Welcome to the future of exploration and discovery! Mars Incorporated is seeking passionate individuals to join our team as a Summer 2025 Mars Museum Collections Management Intern. This unique opportunity will allow you to be a part of preserving and showcasing the artifacts and history of our journey to the Red Planet. We are looking for candidates who are detail-oriented, organized, and have a strong interest in space exploration. As a member of our team, you will gain valuable hands-on experience in collections management while being immersed in the fascinating world of Mars. Join us in shaping the future of our interplanetary legacy.

1. Manage and maintain the collection of artifacts and historical items related to Mars exploration at the Summer 2025 Mars Museum.
2. Conduct inventory and cataloging of all items in the collection.
3. Ensure proper preservation and conservation techniques are used for all artifacts.
4. Create and update records and databases for the collection.
5. Assist in the design and setup of exhibits showcasing the artifacts.
6. Collaborate with other team members to plan and execute events and programs related to the collection.
7. Handle the transportation and storage of artifacts as needed.
8. Conduct research on the history and significance of the artifacts.
9. Communicate with donors and lenders to obtain and document new items for the collection.
10. Provide excellent customer service to museum visitors, answering questions and providing information about the collection.
11. Adhere to all safety and security protocols for the collection and museum.
12. Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for improving collections management processes.
13. Stay up-to-date on advancements and developments in the field of collections management and share knowledge with the team.
14. Represent Mars Incorporated and the Summer 2025 Mars Museum in a professional and positive manner.
15. Embrace the opportunity to learn and grow in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Summer 2025 Mars Museum Collections Management Internship in McLean, VA, USA is $38,000 to $45,000 per year. This can vary depending on the specific company and the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Mars Incorporated is an American global manufacturer of confectionery, pet food, and other food products and a provider of animal care services. Mars operates in five business segments around the world: Mars Wrigley Confectionary (headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with US headquarters in Hackettstown and Newark, New Jersey), Petcare (Zaventem, Belgium; Poncitlán and Jalisco, Mexico; Querétaro, Mexico), Food (Rancho Dominguez, California), Drinks (West Chester, Pennsylvania), and Symbioscience (Germantown, Maryland), the company's life sciences division.