Users - Intern Smithsonian Employee Review

1.0
11 Dec 2024
Recommend
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Pros

Be able to put Smithsonian in resume

Cons

They take advantage of their interns. No to low pay, lot's of interns cried. My supervisors had low morale, bosses push for status and # of publications above good science.

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5.0
8 June 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great mission. Strong benefits including health insurance and 403b contribution. Many people stick around for 5, 10, 15+ years.

Cons

Things are sometimes slow due to bureaucracy.

4.0
6 June 2026
Recommend
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Pros

There is a strong community and network in museum and natural science collections and support.

Cons

Working conditions have a standard of museum environment settings, not ideal for those that desire to be outside all day.

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