What are the responsibilities and job description for the Web Developer Collegiate Internship position at Museum of Science?
Museum of Science, Boston
www.mos.org
Innovation and creativity come from the unique perspectives of a diverse staff. We value your perspective.
Who We Are
As science and technology increasingly shape our lives, the Museum of Science strives to equip and inspire everyone to use science for the global good while keeping up with the pace of change. Among the world's largest science centers and New England's most attended cultural institution, we engage nearly five million people a year – at Science Park and in museums around the world, in classrooms, and online.
The Museum's singular location connecting Boston and Cambridge puts us at the junction of some of the world's most influential academic institutions and industries, local and state government, schools, and the public. Trusted by each sector, we are ideally positioned to convene, inspire, and create meaningful experiences for all. Come join us on our mission to inspire a lifelong love of science in everyone and living our vision for a world where science belongs to each of us for the good of all of us.
What You'll Accomplish
Everyone: We are everyone's museum. We pursue equity and celebrate every person for who they are. We foster an inclusive environment in which we value and respect diversity.
Service: We serve our colleagues and community. We hold ourselves accountable to be a trustworthy public resource, and to support a sustainable, just and evidence-based future.
Learning: We love learning. We are curious about the world and want to share our joy and wonder with others. We value open minds and recognize that everyone has more to explore, discover and create.
Connection: We find strength in connections. We collaborate across communities, organizations and disciplines to make science relevant and accessible to all.
Boldness: We dream big. We boldly push ourselves forward, pursuing new ideas and challenges. We experiment and learn from our failures as we seek to inspire purpose, spark imagination and encourage hope.
Salary Range
$15.25—$15.25 USD
The Museum of Science is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.
www.mos.org
Innovation and creativity come from the unique perspectives of a diverse staff. We value your perspective.
Who We Are
As science and technology increasingly shape our lives, the Museum of Science strives to equip and inspire everyone to use science for the global good while keeping up with the pace of change. Among the world's largest science centers and New England's most attended cultural institution, we engage nearly five million people a year – at Science Park and in museums around the world, in classrooms, and online.
The Museum's singular location connecting Boston and Cambridge puts us at the junction of some of the world's most influential academic institutions and industries, local and state government, schools, and the public. Trusted by each sector, we are ideally positioned to convene, inspire, and create meaningful experiences for all. Come join us on our mission to inspire a lifelong love of science in everyone and living our vision for a world where science belongs to each of us for the good of all of us.
What You'll Accomplish
- Develop and Deploy Web Features: Create, test, and deploy new functionalities on the mos.org website using Drupal CMS, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP, enhancing user engagement and educational content delivery.
- Automate and Optimize Testing: Implement automated regression tests to ensure new features do not disrupt existing functionalities, improving the reliability and efficiency of our web platforms.
- Integrate Internal Systems: Work on projects that integrate web applications with other internal digital systems, aiming to streamline operations and enhance data flow across departments.
- Document and Report: Maintain thorough documentation of development processes and test results, providing insights that can guide future development and troubleshooting.
- Technical Chops: Proficiency in Drupal CMS, along with a solid understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP. Must be able to apply these skills to develop and maintain high-quality web applications.
- Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data from web usage and testing to make informed decisions on development and optimization strategies.
- Attention to Detail: Ensures that all code and content are meticulously checked for errors, with a keen eye for maintaining the integrity of the user experience.
- Proactivity: Acts without being prompted to solve problems or improve processes, showing initiative in identifying and addressing potential issues in web development and deployment.
- Collaboration: Works effectively as part of a team, contributing to discussions and integrating feedback from different departments to create web solutions that meet various needs.
- Flexibility/Adaptability: Capable of adjusting quickly to changing project requirements and priorities, especially in a dynamic environment like a museum where educational content and technology evolve.
- Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
- Hybrid; 28 hours max a week
- $15.25 an hour
Everyone: We are everyone's museum. We pursue equity and celebrate every person for who they are. We foster an inclusive environment in which we value and respect diversity.
Service: We serve our colleagues and community. We hold ourselves accountable to be a trustworthy public resource, and to support a sustainable, just and evidence-based future.
Learning: We love learning. We are curious about the world and want to share our joy and wonder with others. We value open minds and recognize that everyone has more to explore, discover and create.
Connection: We find strength in connections. We collaborate across communities, organizations and disciplines to make science relevant and accessible to all.
Boldness: We dream big. We boldly push ourselves forward, pursuing new ideas and challenges. We experiment and learn from our failures as we seek to inspire purpose, spark imagination and encourage hope.
Salary Range
$15.25—$15.25 USD
The Museum of Science is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.
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