Our staff and volunteers are essential in creating meaningful museum experiences, and we are committed to building an effective, diverse team that reflects our values and our community. Whether you're working directly with visitors or behind-the-scenes, #WorkingAtThinkery is rewarding, collaborative and exciting. Join our team of dynamic, engaging museum professionals!

 

 At Thinkery, our mission is to equip and inspire the next generation of creative problem solvers. All staff are a vital part of the team and approach challenges with positivity.

  • Serve as an ambassador of Thinkery, demonstrating our mission and values in a positive and professional manner
  • Demonstrate professionalism and accountability
  • Take initiative to analyze and solve problems
  • Treat others with courtesy and respect
  • Maintain a high standard of ethics, integrity, and confidentiality
Full-Time Positions

Public Programs Coordinator

Do you love planning and hosting events?  Are you invigorated by building partnerships with community organizations?  Is the best part of your day ticking tasks of your list?  Do you thrive in a inclusive environment that celebrates the diversity of Austin?

At Thinkery, we believe collaboration is key.  As the Public Programs Coordinator, you will assist in producing STEAM-themed events and programs.   This position will work in tandem with other members of the programs team and hand in hand with our 100+ community partners, sharing Thinkery's ideas of play-based learning with our guests and throughout the community.   We can't wait to meet you and see what you have to share!

Why work at Thinkery? Here are just a few reasons to become an employee!

For ALL Staff

  • Flexible schedules
  • General Admission is FREE for employees, with a discounted rate for employee guests
  • 20% discounts on purchases in the Thinkery Store
  • Free parking at the McBee Street District Garage
  • Closed on Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
  • Additional discounts are available after six months of employment, including a free Premier Family membership and discounted rates to certain special programs

For Full-Time Employees

  • Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options
  • 100% paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • 100% paid Basic Life and AD&D
  • 80 hours of vacation time and 96 hours of sick time accrued each year
  • 13 paid holidays per year
  • 403B Plan
Part-Time Positions

Check back later.

Why work at Thinkery? Here are just a few reasons to become a Part-Time employee!

  • Flexible schedules
  • General Admission is FREE for employees, with a discounted rate for employee guests
  • 20% discounts on purchases in the Thinkery Store
  • Free parking at the McBee Street District Garage
  • Closed on Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
  • Additional discounts are available after six months of employment, including a free Premier Family membership and discounted rates to certain special programs
Seasonal Positions

Direct Service Staff

Thinkery is looking for staff for our holiday season! Direct Service Staff members are responsible for providing an enjoyable experience for guests in all areas of the museum. They must be outgoing, enthusiastic and enjoy working with children and families. Customer service must be a priority. Major responsibilities include: engaging with and responding to guests, providing information and directions and maintaining cleaning and safety protocols.

 

Our Thinkers work in the gallery, lead birthday parties, lead field trips, gingerbread workshops and work Admissions.

 

Below are required but not the only dates available for work:

Orientation: 16-17 November

Weekends

Holiday season: Thanksgiving week and December 20 through January 6

Why work at Thinkery? Here are just a few reasons to become a Part-Time employee!

  • Flexible schedules
  • General Admission is FREE for employees, with a discounted rate for employee guests
  • 20% discounts on purchases in the Thinkery Store
  • Free parking at the McBee Street District Garage
  • Closed on Fourth of July, Thanksgiving and Christmas
Internships

Looking for a great opportunity to build your skills and share your talent and enthusiasm? Thinkery interns help build a creative and collaborative community that celebrates curiosity and discovery. Internship positions vary from semester to semester. Candidates must be 18 years or older to apply. Below you can view the application process.

We are currently accepting intern applications for the Spring 2020 semester. Applications are due by end of day on December 6, 2019. Please check out the open internship opportunities listed below.

 

Development and Membership

Camp Education

School and Gallery Education

Teen Programs

 

For questions about our internship program, please contact Jenna Rodarte, Volunteer Resources Coordinator, at (512) 469-6234.

 

Internship Application Process

  • Review the position descriptions (above) to determine which role(s) you are most interested in.
  • Submit via email: (Please list the name of the internship as your email subject.
    Example: School Programs Intern)
  • Completed application form: Thinkery Intern Application Form
  • Cover letter: Please save as “lastname_firstnameSpring2020Letter”
    (Example: Rodarte_JennaSpring2020Letter)
  • Resume: Please save as “lastname_firstnameSpring2020Resume”
    (Example: Rodarte_JennaSpring2020Resume)

 

Thinkery is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above-listed items.