ALLISON OLDANI
Ann Arbor
Summary
Undergraduate student majoring in International Studies and History of Art with minors in Museum Studies and Spanish, seeking a museum or gallery internship that builds on hands-on experience in visitor education, artifact handling, and program development. Through my role as an Education Assistant at the Kelsey Archaeological Museum, I have developed strong skills in public engagement, interpretive programming, and collaborative teamwork. My long-term career goal is to work in a museum setting, where I can contribute to education, outreach, and the preservation of cultural heritage.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Education Assistant
Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
Ann Arbor, MI
08.2025 - Current
- Developed and delivered guided tours for K-12 visitors, tailoring content and engagement strategies to enhance learning across age groups and learning styles
- Assisted lead educators in preparing materials and facilitating hands-on learning experiences with archaeological artifacts, enhancing college-level object handling sessions
- Collaborated with fellow docents to refine tour delivery, co-leading and troubleshooting visitor programs to improve overall visitor experience
- Digitized educational materials, designed new tour content, and maintained organizational systems for the education department
Summer Intern
Madrid for Refugees
Madrid, Spain
05.2026 - 07.2026
- Coordinated logistics for events promoting awareness of refugee issues.
- Collaborated with team members to develop resource materials for refugee services.
- Assisted in onboarding and integration of new refugees into community programs.
- Created engaging lesson plans and delivered A2 English course content to support adult ESL students' learning objectives.
- Researched and designed an engaging walking tour to educate participants on Lavapiés' rich history and the pressing issues faced by refugees in the area.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies And Art History
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI, US05.2027
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite, Google Docs Spanish (proficient) Organizational skills Interpretive thinking Public speaking
Timeline
Summer Intern
Madrid for Refugees
05.2026 - 07.2026
Undergraduate Education Assistant
Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
08.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies And Art History
University of Michigan