Employment

Employment Opportunities

The Challenger Learning Center of Tallahassee is a 32,000 square-foot facility located on Kleman Plaza in downtown Tallahassee. The Center is the K-12 outreach facility of the Florida A&M University - Florida State University College of Engineering and uses aerospace as a theme to foster long-term interest in math, science and technology, create positive learning experiences and motivate students to pursue careers in these fields. To accomplish this mission, the Challenger Learning Center features a state-of-the-art Space Mission Simulator, and utilize the immersiveness of an IMAX theatre and a domed planetarium together creating an unforgettable educational experience.

There are various opportunities available in the following areas:

Internships	Part Time Employment
Marketing/Public Relations	Guest Services Staff
Graphic Artist & Layout	Flight Director
Education Department
Information Technology
Accounting

Police background checks are required for all positions.

Marketing/Public Relations Intern

An intern is needed to assist the Marketing Manager of the Challenger Learning Center of Tallahassee. The intern's responsibilities may include: writing news releases, media advisories, and collateral copy for distribution; maintaining media lists, vendor databases, VIP contact lists; news clipping; event planning and execution; developing collaterals; and brainstorming advertising and promotions creative. Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.

Applicants should call Jessie Eason at 850.645.7772 to set up an interview.

Graphic Artist & Layout Intern

An intern is needed to design collaterals to be used in the promotions of the Challenger Learning Center. Collaterals may include brochures, posters, flyers, and banners. Applicant must be proficient in design and layout software such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe InDesign.

Applicants should call Jessie Eason at 850.645.7772 to set up an interview.

Education Intern

An intern is needed to assist the Flight Directors ( Leon County school teachers) of the Challenger Learning Center of Tallahassee. The intern’s responsibilities may include: aligning activities to Sunshine State Standards, Alabama State Standards, and Georgia State Standards; assisting the Associate Flight Directors in the development of pre and post mission activities for both teachers and students; developing lesson plans for teachers to utilize in the classroom; organizing teacher development workshops; and creating kid friendly activities to post on the center's website. An education major specializing in science and/or math is preferred.

Applicants should call Susan Borland at 850.645.7788 to set up an interview.

I.T. Intern

Those assigned to IT will work closely with the Challenger Learning Center's IT Specialist and the Marketing Manager to assist with all related duties. Tasks may include, but are not limited to: website updates, management of e-commerce, networking and telecommunications, exhibit maintenance, simulator support, PC troubleshooting, and SQL databases. This individual must possess superior computer systems knowledge including Mac and PC. Previous network support experience is desired.

Applicants should call Amy Fox (850.645.7787) or Jessie Eason at (850.645.7772) to set up an interview.

Accounting Intern

The person in this position will work directly with the Challenger Learning Center's Accountant, Office Manager and Director and are responsible for assisting in accounting and cash handling tasks. These tasks may include: recording, processing, and reporting of financial transactions, completion of weekly/monthly financial statements and reports, preparing weekly/monthly royalty payments, and ensuring the correct recording of daily receipts. Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is required. Familiarity with Quickbooks is preferred.

Applicants should call Teri Valente (850.645.7771) or Nick Pavlovik at (850.645.7779) to set up an interview.

Part-time Employment

The Challenger Learning Center is always accepting applications. Please complete a FAMU Job Application and bring it to the Challenger Learning Center Administrative Offices located at 200 South Duval Street on Kleman Plaza in Downtown Tallahassee. We will hold your application for one year and on an “as needed” basis we will conduct interviews for OPS staff members. Following is are OPS jobs that often need filling:

Guest Services Staff

Hosting staff will be cross-trained in the box-office, concession stand and gift shop. Those selected for this position will work directly under the Guest Services Manager. Duties may include, but are not limited to: concession sales, food prep, inventory for concession and/or gift shop items, ticket sales, answering guest service phone line. All employees in this position are expected to be customer satisfaction experts and must also contribute to the Center by maintaining a clean and pleasant environment for all who visit.

All Employees of the Challenger Learning Center must possess:

Exceptional work ethic
Dedication to excellence in any and all tasks assigned
Commitment to Customer Satisfaction
Timeliness
Unconditional positive attitude toward customers, and those in authority
Adherence to dress code and well-groomed appearance
Three Positive Reference checks from previous employers or supervisors
Police background check is required.

Preference is given to work-study students and any student at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering.

Flight Directors

Flight Directors must possess general knowledge of astronomy, earth and space science, good public speaking skills and must enjoy working with children and large groups. Desire to learn new technology is a must. Those in this department will work closely with our education staff to plan and facilitate the education process at the Challenger Learning Center. The primary tasks of this position is to serve as the Flight Commander during space mission simulations, however additional tasks may include the supervision of children, coordinating and planning classroom experiences (i.e. word-searches, crosswords, hands-on activities), completing online research assignments, aligning curriculum to state standards, and on-location promotional assistance. A person in this position must also possess creative initiative and documented experience as well as a desire to work with school-age children.

All Employees of the Challenger Learning Center must possess:

Exceptional work ethic
Dedication to excellence in any and all tasks assigned
Commitment to Customer Satisfaction
Timeliness
Unconditional positive attitude toward customers, and those in authority
Adherence to dress code and well-groomed appearance
Three Positive Reference checks from previous employers or supervisors
Police background check is required.