The Mint Art Museum Internships (North Carolina)

The Mint Museum in Charlotte, NC has two locations in the city displaying their multi-faceted collection of all different mediums and manifestations of art and design from a variety of cultures and times. From shoes to paintings to photographs to quilts to ceramics, the collection features fine art, decorative arts, fashion, crafts, and sculpture. It also has a noteworthy collection of Native American artwork and crafts. The exciting museum also offers a vibrant internship program for college students interested in visual art and museum work.

Internship Opportunities:

• Summer (fall and spring also available)
• Positions available at both museum locations (both are in Charlotte)
• Must have a 3.0 minimum major GPA
• Undergrad and grad students
• Interns who will work directly with kids must get a background check
• Unpaid
• 10-25 hours/week
• Major in an arts-related field is preferred
• Departments available to intern with:
• Accounting and Finance
• Affiliate/Advancement
• Archives
• Collections and Exhibitions
• Digital Media and Web Management
• Facilities
• Graphic Design
• Information Technology
• Learning and Engagement
• Library
• Mass Communication
• Photo/Video (Communications)
• PR
• Registration
• More info here

Application information:

• Online application
• Resume, cover letter, letter of recommendation 
• Due dates:
• Summer: mid-March
• Fall: late June 
• Spring: early November

Learn more about volunteer and docent opportunities here.