Museum Studies Graduate Program
Internship/Practicum Goals and Objectives
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Student Name:
Site Supervisor Name/Title:
Student Email/Phone:
Site Supervisor Email/Phone:
Internship/Practicum Term:
Institution:
Select Course: ☐ MST 600 Internship
☐ MST 560 Practicum in Museums
Credit hours: ☐ 1 ☐ 2 ☐ 3
Goals & Objectives Requirement: Internship
Prior to registering the student is required to make a statement of goals and objectives for the internship’s duration, to be
determined with the site supervisor, and approved by the MST faculty supervisor. In addition, the Practicum/Internship
Agreement must be completed prior to registration. The goals and objectives should meet SMART (specific, measurable,
achievable, relevant and timely) standards. The goals and objectives must be signed by all parties and submitted to the MST
faculty supervisor by the end of the 1st week of the internship. The student is required to complete 200 contact hours at the
host institution. Each student is requires to set they at least 3 goals with 2-3 objectives per goal. See attached example.
Following the internship, each student is required to give a special presentation; preferably with the site supervisor, faculty
supervisor, and MST Director in attendance.
Goals & Objectives Requirement: Practicum
For every 50 contact hours at the Practicum/Internship the student should form a goal, and attached to that goal, 2-3
objectives (tasks that operationalize the goal). The goals and objectives should meet SMART (specific, measurable, achievable,
relevant and timely) standards. The goals and objectives must be signed by all parties and submitted to the MST faculty
supervisor by the end of the 1st week of the practicum. See attached example.
VERIFICATION OF GOALS & OBJECTIVES:
Site Supervisor Signature:
Date:
Intern/Practicum Student Signature
Date:
MST Faculty Supervisor Signature:
Date:
EXAMPLE OF GOALS AND OBJECTIVES:
During my internship, I would like to:
Goal 1: Learn about the financial aspects involved in operating a facility such as the Family
Museum, including budgeting and admission fees.
Objective(s):
a) Compile a comparative analysis of different children’s museums in the Midwest by
visiting their web sites for information on age rates of admission costs, available
discount options, group rates (field trips), available membership packages and costs.
b) Average above information to ensure that the Family Museum is in-line with the rest
of the children’s museums and able to compete fairly. Present findings in a report to
Jeff Reiter, Community Relations and Business Manager so he can report to the Board
of Directors any adjustments that need to be made.
Goal 2: The annual Trivia Night fundraiser has reached its viability peak, and a replacement
activity is needed before next year. I need to find viable fundraising activities that will provide the
needed interest, participation, and income potential necessary to supplement the Family Museum
Foundation funding budget.
Objective(s):
a) While researching objectives for first goal, I will peruse other museum websites to see
what they are doing for fundraisers.
b) Research possibility of doing a “Family Feud” type of event using Survey Monkey to
compile a list of survey questions and answers, develop a players bracket system,
create a prototype to test on visiting families during Super Saturday events to work
out a streamlined process of continued development.
c) Learn recruitment of corporate sponsorship of fundraising activities through
discussions with Jeff. I will accompany Jeff on a visit to a potential sponsor and/or sit
in on a teleconference with a sponsor.
Goal 3: Demonstrate effective hospitality trade skills by interacting with the public and agency
staff in an effective and courteous manner.
Objective(s):
a) Work at the guest services desk to gain knowledge of how attendants enrich visitor
experiences.
b) Discover how guest services staff affect the safety of visitors and staff, positively or
adversely affect the financial status of the museum, and influence the attitudes of the
rest of the staff.
c) Demonstrate the importance of effective communication to disseminate important
communications to guests, staff, and business partners to the museum.