Showing posts with label curatorial. Show all posts
Showing posts with label curatorial. Show all posts

Saturday, September 3, 2016

Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art Internships (Massachusetts)

The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art in Amherst, Massachusetts is dedicated to the art of children's book illustration, including permanent galleries and temporary exhibitions. Basically, it sounds incredible. The museum holds over 13,000 works of art and runs educational programming, professional training for educators, and graduate programs in library science and children's literature in conjunction with Simmons College. The site also features an art studio, theater, picture book library, and research library. The Carle offers summer, fall, spring, and J-term internships to undergraduate and grad students in a variety of areas of focus, including some paid opportunities.

Internship Information:

  • Open to undergrad and grad students
  • Flexible work hours; some weekend and holiday work may be required for events
    • Spring and Fall internships: 120 hour minimum, 8 hours/week minimum
    • Unpaid Summer internships: 175 hours, 20-25 hours/week
    • J-term: 20 hours/week, 1-2 weekend days
  • Academic credit can be arranged with your college
  • Housing, meal, travel expenses not provided for though local public transportation is sometimes available
  • Internships available:
    • Art Studio Internship (Fall, J-Term, Spring, Summer) - art education, working with kids, open to undergrads, unpaid
    • Collections and Exhibitions (Summer) - collections care and management, art and database work, unpaid
    • Development and Marketing (Fall, J-Term, Spring, Summer) - fund-raising, office works, promotional work, unpaid
    • Trinkett Clark Internship (Paid Summer) - college juniors, seniors, and grad students pursuing museum or art careers; 8 weeks; collections and education/outreach
    • Alix Zecharias Internship (Paid Summer) - college juniors, seniors, graduates, and grad students; 8 weeks; mentored by executive director, work in marketing and education
  • Typical Due Dates (always check the organization website for the most up-to-date information):
    • Paid Summer Internships: February 15
    • Unpaid Summer Internships: April 1
    • Fall: August 1
    • J-Term: November 10
    • Spring: November 10
  • Application materials (again, always check the organization website):
    • Application
    • Cover Letter
    • Resume or CV
    • Letters of Recommendation (two if applying to a paid opportunity)
    • Official Transcript (paid opportunities)
    • Mail or e-mail
For more information about the internships, click here.

Monday, August 15, 2016

The Barnes Art Museum Internships (Philadelphia)

The Barnes Foundation, who run both an art museum in Philadelphia and an arboretum in Merion, PA, offer internship programs for undergraduate and grad students. The Barnes is a unique art museum located near the Philadelphia Museum of Art, encompassing an extensive collection of some of the biggest names in impressionist and early modern art that belonged to one man who insisted his collection be kept inside of his home. Thus the gallery space is set up exactly as his home was and the art is hung in the same spaces as in his original home, which had become too small a space for the amount of visitors wanting to see the unparalleled collection.

Internship Information:

  • Open to undergraduate and graduate students
  • Summer, fall, and spring internships
  • Semester or longer internships available
  • Departments available:
    • Arboretum
    • Archives
    • Art Education
    • Art Library
    • Conservation
    • Curatorial
    • Development (Giving)
    • Finance
    • Graphic Design
    • Horticulture Education
    • Human Resources
    • Information Technology
    • Legal
    • Marketing and Social Media
    • Membership
    • PR
    • Publications
    • Registration
    • Visual Resource, Website
  • Summer internship: 8 consecutive weeks, at least 2 days/week, Friday mandatory enrichment activities
  • Typical Deadlines:
    • Summer: March 1
    • Fall: June 1
    • Spring: October 1
  • Application, resume, essay, transcripts, 2 letters of recommendation mailed
  • More information here

Sunday, August 7, 2016

Los Angeles County Museum of Art Internships and Fellowships

The Los Angeles County Museum of Art in Los Angeles, CA collects art from a variety of time periods and locations, including modern and contemporary art, including an extensive collection of textiles and historic costume. They offer internships for students year-round.

Internship Information:

  • Some year-round and some seasonal opportunities
  • Opportunities vary by year
  • Departments available:
    • Costume & Textiles - Collections Management
      • Spring, summer, and fall 
      • Must have completed bachelor's before start
      • Unpaid
      • Typical Deadlines:
        • October 15: Spring semester
        • March 15: Summer 
        • June 15: Fall semester
      • Resume and cover letter
    • Costume & Textiles - Curatorial
      • Spring, summer, and fall
      • Unpaid but credit can be arranged
      • Grad and post-grad students
      • Typical Deadlines:
        • October 15: Spring semester
        • March 15: Summer 
        • June 15: Fall semester

    • Collections Management 
      • Spring, summer, and fall
      • Juniors, seniors, grad, and post-grad
      • Credit can be arranged
      • Typical Deadlines:
        • Nov. 1: Spring
        • Mar. 1: Summer
        • July 1: Fall
    • Registrar & Collections:
      • Spring, summer, and fall
      • Undergrad, grad, and post-grad
      • Unpaid but credit can be arranged
      • Typical Deadlines:
        • Nov. 1: Spring
        • Mar. 1: Summer
        • July 1: Fall
    • Development Research 
      • Summer 2016 (may or may not repeat)
      • late May deadline
      • undergrad, recent graduate, grad
    • Corporate Giving
      • Fall 2016 (may or may not repeat)
      • undergrad, recent graduates, grad
      • late June deadline
  • submit resume and cover letter electronically
  • more info here (always check for current information, particularly on deadlines)

Click more information on jobs and volunteer opportunities at the museum.

Normal Rockwell Museum Internships (Massachusetts)

The Normal Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, MA is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the memory of Rockwell. It maintains an archive of letters and photos, run a gallery with special changing exhibitions, and run interpretive programs. The museum is also situated on a large, park-like campus and offers a variety of internship programs throughout the year.

Internship Information: 

  • Spring, fall, summer semester internships
  • College credit can be arranged with the student's school
  • Housing not available but the museum can help interns find housing and part-time employment in the town
  • Offer professional development and educational opportunities
  • Open to undergrad and grad students in History, Art Hist., Museum Studies, Public Hist.
  • Part-time internships, flexible hours
  • Departments available:
    • Archives (8-10 hours/week, 3 months, Mon-Fri.)
    • Curatorial (20 hours/week, 3 months, M-F)
    • Education 
    • Finance/Accounting 
    • Marketing & Communications (advertising, PR, social media, digital, website, graphics, photography)
    • Digital Engagement (10 weeks; web development, A/V editing; HTML5 and JavaScript knowledge desirable)
Application:
  • Application form
  • Letter of intent
  • Resume
  • 2 references
  • Submit by email
  • Typical Due dates:
    • Spring: end of November
    • Fall: end of August
    • Summer: ?
  • More info here

Click to find information about volunteering and career opportunities at the museum.

Friday, July 15, 2016

Peabody Essex Museum Internships and Fellowships (Massachusetts)

The Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, Massachusetts is a one-of-a-kind medium-sized institution dedicated to interpreting American, Native American, Maritime, and Asian art, architecture, and textiles. The collection began with the souvenirs of New England sea captains and has expanded into an impressive array of art and photography in a state-of-the-art exhibit space. Public programming abounds, including an Art and Nature Center designed to be family-friendly. An extensive internship program is offered for students hoping to enter the museum field and seeking to get concrete project-based experience. Fellowship opportunities for professionals and graduate students of Native American, Alaskan, and Hawaiian background are also offered.

Internship Information:

  • Project-based experience
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Volunteer
  • Flexible hours
  • Open to undergrad and grad students
  • Departments:
    • Art & Nature Center (education, exhibits, programming)
    • Connected Learning (Education - art focus) - grad student preferrence
    • Creative Engagement (events, programming)
    • Curatorial/Exhibitions and Research
    • Curatorial: Photography Collection - graduate student
    • Design Intern/Creative Series (graphic design)
    • Development
    • Development: Events
    • Executive Office (administrative)
    • Exhibition Research and Publishing Rights (including experience developing books)
    • Exhibition Research and Publishing Editorial Intern (writing, communications)
    • Marketing
    • Merchandising/Museum Shop
  • Fall semester applications are due August 1
  • Check the website for due dates for other semesters
  • Application, cover letter, resume submitted via email or by mail
  • More info here
Fellowship Information:

A Native American Fellowship is offered to graduate students and cultural professionals of Native American, Alaskan, and Hawaiian background. It is a paid, 10-week, full-time opportunity, with application information posted in January. A stipend, lodging, workshops, and travel expense coverage are offered and school credit can be arranged. More info here.

Saturday, May 28, 2016

North Carolina Museum of Art Internships

The North Carolina Museum of Art, located in Raleigh, NC, boasts both an extensive collection of fine art and a large outdoor park with walking trails. The building and landscape are designed to be ecologically-sensitive, using innovative designs to use less energy. The museum offers internships for undergrad and graduate students.

Internship Opportunities:

  • Undergrad juniors and seniors, recent grads, grad students (minimum 2.8 GPA)
  • Unpaid but credit can be arranged with college
  • 10 to 32 hours a week; flexible schedule
  • Possible opportunities/departments:
    • Communications: New Media
    • Communications
    • Curatorial Dept.:Classical Studies
    • Membership and Development
    • Education: Youth and Family Programs
    • Education
    • Education: Student Tour and Docent Liaison (fall, spring only)
    • Education: Teen Programs
    • Education: College Night (fall only)
    • Park and Landscape 
    • Performing Arts and Film (summer only)
    • Registration
    • Security
    • Technology
    • Visitor Services
  • Application materials:
    • Cover letter
    • Resume
    • 2 letters of recommendation
    • Transcript (unofficial accepted)
  • Due dates:
    • Summer: March 1
    • Fall: June 15
    • Spring: November 1
  • more information here
Information about volunteering can be found here. Docents are recruited to lead school groups when needed.

The museum also has a travel program that offers museum- and art-focused travel tours for members, in cooperation with the Museum Travel Alliance. Learn more here.

The museum offers events for college students, particularly those interested in museums and art, including free admission on Friday nights. Learn more here.

Friday, May 27, 2016

High Museum of Art Internships and Undergraduate Fellowship (Atlanta, GA)

The High Museum of Art is dedicated to the display of contemporary art and architecture and is a renowned museum in the southeast, located in Atlanta, Georgia. The museum offers summer internships for junior and senior undergrads and recent graduates. There is also an undergraduate curatorial fellowship and a weeklong curatorial summer academy offered each year.

Internship Opportunities:

  • Unpaid; no housing; discounted parking
  • Free admission to museum events
  • Discount at museum shop and cafe
  • Summer, 8 weeks (first week of June to end of July)
  • Departments/opportunities available
    • Education intern: Museum interpretation
    • Education intern: School and Teacher Services
    • Education intern: Public Youth and Community Services
    • Education intern: Family Programs
    • Marketing & Communications intern: Marketing and PR
    • Marketing & Communications intern: Membership and Guest Relations 
    • Registrar Intern: Rights and Reproduction
  • Due Date: early March
  • More information here
  • Mellow Undergraduate Curatorial Fellowship
    • 2-year full-time summer fellowship
    • Less intensive engagement during academic year
    • 2 students chosen each year
    • Program also available at Art Institute Chicago, LA County Museum of Art, Museum of Fine Arts Houston, and the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art (Kansas)
    • Work with staff on exhibitions, travel to partner museums
    • Stipend
    • Mentoring
    • Open to freshman and sophomore students from diverse backgrounds
    • Application due late February
  • Weeklong Summer Curatorial Academy
    • Open to 15 students
    • Rising sophomores and juniors
    • Learn about the museum and curatorial work through presentations from curators, field trips, and projects
    • One week in mid-May
    • Per diem for daily expenses
    • Modest travel and housing stipend possible if live far away
  • Application:
    • Resume
    • Transcripts
    • Personal Statement
    • Letter of recommendation
    • Application
    • Submit via email
  • More information about both opportunities here
More information about being a volunteer is available here. 

Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Buffalo Bill Center of the West Internships and Fellowships (WY)

The Buffalo Bill Center of the West, located in Cody, Wyoming not far from Yellowstone National Park, is a much-praised museum dedicated to preserving various aspects of the history of the American West. It features several museums, dedicated to the history of the Plains Indians, firearms, natural history, Western art, and, of course, Buffalo Bill. The museum offers an extensive internship program in a variety of fields as well as conservation internships and a fellowship and research stipend program.

Internship Opportunity:

  • Summer
  • Upper level undergrads and grad students
  • 10 weeks, 40 hours/week
  • $10/hour for some internships
  • Housing not provided but suggestions can be given
  • Departments:
    • Archives/Collections
    • Firearms Museum intern
    • Collections Management
    • Conservation
    • Raptor Experience intern
    • East Yellowstone Raptor Initiative internship
    • Education Tour Guide and Programming
    • Firearms Records
    • Graphics 
    • Library Collection Management
    • Photographic Objects Archival internship
    • Plains Indian Museum intern
    • Public Relations/Digital Media
    • Records Management
    • Registration
    • Whitney Art Museum Curatorial
  • Cover letter, Resume, Transcripts, 3 letters of recommendations, application
  • More info here
  • Additional info about conservation internships available here
Information about fellowships and research stipends can be found here. Fellowships regarding western art, Plains Indians, Yellowstone ecology, conservation and wildlife management, William Cody, firearms, Western culture and history can be proposed to the museum. Fellows must stay at least two weeks, make a presentation to the pubic on their research, and write a summary of their research. Housing and food is not provided. Deadline for submission is in late April (applying for the next year which extends from one summer to the next). 

Information about volunteering can be found here.

The Whitney Art Museum Internships (NYC)

The Whitney Museum of American Art in New York City is a medium-sized organization with an array of contemporary and modern fine art. They offer internships for undergrads and grad students throughout the school year.

Internship Opportunities:

  • Open to junior, senior
  • Unpaid but provide Metro Cards, museum cafe discount, and free admission to other NYC museums
  • Spring, Fall, Summer
    • Academic year: 2-3 days per week
    • Summer: 9 weeks, full-time
  • Departments offering internships:
    • Administration
    • Communications
    • Curatorial
    • Development
    • Digital Media
    • Education
    • Graphic Design
    • Marketing
    • Publications
    • Registration
    • Research Resources
  • Resume, cover letter, statement of purpose, transcript, etc. submitted by email
  • Due dates:
    • No set deadlines for academic year
    • February 1 for summer

Old Sturbridge Village Living History Museum Internships (MA)

Old Sturbridge Village is a vibrant living history museum in Massachusetts, interpreting 1830's American history, with an emphasis on the Industrial Revolution and agricultural history. They have a collection of historic buildings, heritage livestock, and fantastic historic interpreters to bring this era to life for visitors. They also have an extensive internship program for those interested in museum work and offer stipends for many internships.

Internship Information:

  • Open to undergrads and grad students who have completed at least 1 year of college
  • Stipends of $1,500 are available for many internships
  • Housing available at a fee 
  • 3 scholarship opportunities are available
  • Spring, fall, and summer semester internships available
    • Summer internship is 12 weeks (start of June to third week of August)
  • Internships available:
    • Technology/Education
    • Garden
    • Curatorial
    • Interpretation
    • Museum Education
    • Sustainable Agriculture
    • Development (unpaid)
    • Graphic Design (unpaid)
    • Marketing (unpaid)
    • Special Events (unpaid)
  • To apply, fill out and submit an application form and materials
  • Application due dates:
    • Summer: early March
    • Fall: mid-July
    • Spring: mid-November
  • Read more info on the website
An interpretation internship program is available for 14 to 17 year-olds. Applications are due in December. Learn more here.

Volunteers are welcomed, if over 18, and work in gardens, visitor services, office work, etc. Learn more here.

Saturday, May 21, 2016

Delaware Contemporary Art Museum Internships

The Delaware Contemporary is an innovative non-collecting art museum in Wilmington, DE with a focus on education, community engagement, and fostering relationships with local artists. The museum offers internships for older undergraduate and grad students with rolling admission.

Internship Opportunities:

  • Unpaid
  • 10-15 hour/week
  • 12 weeks
  • Junior/senior undergrad or graduate student
  • Departments/Areas of Focus:
    • Education
    • Curatorial
    • Marketing
    • Museum Store
    • Special Events
  • Rolling admission
  • Submit by email
  • Materials (varies by department):
    • Resume
    • Cover Letter
    • Unofficial Transcript
    • Writing Sample
Volunteer Opportunities can also be found on this page of the website, including docent positions.

Artist opportunities are posted on the website when available as well. 

Friday, May 20, 2016

Tenement Museum Internships (NYC)

The Lower East Side Tenement Museum is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the lives of lower class citizens and immigrants who resided in New York City's infamous tenement buildings. It offers internship and volunteer opportunities.

Internship/Fellowship Opportunity:

  • Summer internship "Eloise Susanna Gale Fellows"
  • Mentorship-based program
  • Curatorial and education departments
  • College and grad students interested in working in small museums
  • Application information is posted here when position is open
Additionally, volunteer opportunities are available and there are currently part-time museum jobs open, information about which can be found here.

Frick Collection Fellowships (NYC)

The Frick Collection in New York City exhibits fine art of the Western world, specializing in classic pieces and the European masters. The collection is housed in the former residence of Henry Clay Frick and has a sister institution, the Frick Art Reference Library. They offer interpretive and curatorial fellowships for those beginning their museum work career as well as internships year-round for college students.

Internship Program Information:

  • Offered spring, summer, and fall
  • Open to undergrads and graduate students interested in art museum or library career
  • Most are unpaid
  • Interns work with a particular department
  • Strong background in art history, museum studies, museum education, or library work is looked for
  • Email application:
    • Resume
    • Cover Letter
    • Application
  • Internship positions are posted here when available


Fellowship Program Information:
  1. Curatorial Fellowship:
    1. For doctoral candidates within two years of completing dissertation
    2. Two year duration
    3. Deadline typically in late January
    4. Part-time
    5. Work with curatorial department on exhibits, symposia, projects
  2. Interpretation Fellowship:
    1. 12 months
    2. Learn about and practice museum education
    3. One-of-a-kind program
    4. Museum professionals or students with at least one year of grad school completed
    5. Stipend
Opportunities posted here as they arise along with more detailed application instructions

Additionally, volunteer positions are posted here when available.

Thursday, May 19, 2016

Museum of Modern Art Internships (NYC)

The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City is a world-famous contemporary art museum. The museum offers internships open to undergraduates and graduates with plenty of professional development opportunities. It also has many other exciting extended learning and professional development opportunities.

Internship Information: 
  • Seasonal or 12-month (year-long begins in September)
  • Must have at least two years of college completed
  • Open to graduates and professionals
  • Open to international students
  • Unpaid and no housing
  • Departments: (variety of areas of focus within each)
    • Curatorial Affairs 
    • Education and Research Support
    • Exhibitions and collections 
    • External affairs (programming, communications, marketing)
    • Administrative
    • Retail
Application Information:
  • Mail or online submission
  • Materials:
    • Application
    • Resume
    • Transcript (official or unofficial)
    • Letter of recommendation
    • Portfolio (for certain departments)
See the website for FAQ's and further details. 

Sunday, May 15, 2016

Baltimore Museum of Art, MD Internships

The Baltimore Museum of Art is located in downtown Baltimore and features works of art from a variety of times and global cultures. They offer internships in different areas of museum work. Employees are required to pass a security clearance and drug test.

Internship opportunities: 

  • Open to undergrads and grad students as well as recent graduates
  • Learn about museum work and be guided by a mentor
  • Department/Fields of Work:
    • Visitor Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Contemporary Curatorial
    • Archival and Special Projects Grants
    • Exhibition Graphics
    • Grant Statistics
    • Marketing and Communications
    • Textiles Curatorial
  • Internship listings are posted seasonally on website
  • Can apply for up to two positions
  • Typically unpaid
Application information:
  • Summer due date: Late April
  • Cover letter
  • Resume
  • Unofficial transcript
  • Reference Letter
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Volunteer opportunities in a variety of departments, including education, textiles, and visitor services, (all very involved and hands-on) are listed here: https://artbma.org/about/volunteer.html 

Walters Art Gallery, Baltimore Internships and Fellowship

The Walters Art Museum in downtown Baltimore, Maryland holds a variety of mediums of art and historic artifacts, dating back to Ancient Egypt and Rome, encompassing an intriguing collection representing a menagerie of cultures around the globe. They offer opportunities for students and scholars interested in the arts, including revolving fellowships and internships.

Internship information:
  • Open to undergrad and grad students
  • Credit can be arranged with your college
  • Background check will be performed before employment
  • Equal opportunity employer
  • Gain knowledge of museum work
  • Departments/Fields of Work: varies from season to season, but some past ones that have been offered include:
    • Rare Books and Manuscripts
    • Education & Art Education
    • Studio Art
    • Public Relations
    • Copyright
    • Asian and Islamic Art
  • More information on the latest opportunities here
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • 2 Letters of Reference (for certain internships)
  • Online/email submission
Check here for updated internship listings from season to season.
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  • Robert and Nancy Hall Fellowship: undergrad and grad students at Johns Hopkins
  • Curatorial Fellowship for advanced Johns Hopkins University grad students
  • Two postdoctoral curatorial fellowships (2-3 years; completed Ph.D.)
  • Conservation fellowship for recent conservation master's graduate

Information taken from the Walters Gallery website and up-to-date as of 5/5/2017. Always check the institution's website for current information.

Friday, May 13, 2016

Smithsonian Freer and Sackler Galleries Internships (DC)

The Smithsonian's Freer and Sackler Galleries in downtown DC on the Washington Mall are home to Asian art and artifacts, many dating back to ancient times. Most internships are unpaid and do not offer housing but are easily accessible by metro. Internships are available in a variety of fields of museum work. The two galleries are connected, although the Freer is closed for renovation until 2017 (and thus may not be offering internships in certain areas) while the Sackler will remain open and operational. Fellowships as well as a paid internship for high schoolers are also offered.

Internship Information:
  • Individual departments have different requirements and applicants can choose three departments to apply to
  • An interest in Asian history is encouraged
  • Departments:
    • HR/Finances/Administration
    • Archives
    • Collections Management
    • Conservation and Scientific Research
    • Curatorial
    • Design and Production
    • Education and Public Programs
    • Exhibition Management
    • Info Technology
    • Library
    • Membership and Development
    • Photography
    • PR and Marketing
    • Rights and Reproduction
    • Publications
    • Scholarly Programs and Publications
    • Shop
  • A paid internship is offered for high school students: read more here

Application Requirements:

  • Online application
  • Statement of interest
  • Resume or transcript
  • 2 letters of recommendation 
  • Applicants will be notified within 2 months
  • Spring: October 15
  • Summer: March 15
  • Fall: July 15
Fellowships are also offered. Learn more here.

Thursday, May 12, 2016

The Society of the Cincinnati, DC Anderson House Museum Grad Internships and Fellowships

The Society of the Cincinnati's Anderson House Museum and society headquarters, located in northwest DC on embassy row in Dupont Circle, offers two internships in museum work for graduate students featuring stipends as well as library research fellowships. The Society is a hereditary group comprised of male descendants of Revolutionary War officers. The Anderson House is an early twentieth century mansion filled with intriguing decorative arts amassed by Society member and American ambassador Larz Anderson in his travels through the world, including choir stalls from a European church and other large, incredible stuff that rich, well-traveled people are able to obtain. It's a breath-taking place and also home to the Society's Revolutionary War and George Washington-related memorabilia, maps, documents, books, and objects.

Note: There is a special 2017 library fellowship relating to colonial American history open for application until November 11, 2016. Read more here.

Housing is not offered but the house is a short walk from the Dupont Circle metro station (and close to a multitude of Starbuckses).

Internship Opportunities:

  • Collections Management:
    • American Revolution and/or Gilded Age emphasis
    • $1,500 stipend
    • Grad student studying art history, material culture, museums, etc. interested in a museum career
    • Care, preservation, and documentation of museum collections
    • Daily work of the museum and/or independent project
  • Curatorial Work and Interpretation:
    • Exhibitions, curatorial research, and education emphasis
    • $2,000 stipend
    • Strong research and writing skills
    • History and material culture of early 19th century America and/or Gilded Age DC interest 
Detailed listings posted on the website when available. Find out more here: http://www.societyofthecincinnati.org/scholarship/fellow_intern/museum_internships

Volunteer opportunities are also available for interested parties over age eighteen, including public programming and docent work. Learn more here.

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Library fellowships are also offered - three per year:
  • $1,500 stipend for travel, housing, expenses
  • Graduate students and other scholars wishing to use library resources 
  • 2017 Fellowship: The Society of Colonial Wars in the State of Maryland Fellowship for any scholar interested in an American colonial period subject (November 11, 2016 due date)
  • One year from date of the award given to complete research using library
  • Library requests a copy of publication resulting from research
  • A 3 to 5 page report on findings must also be written
  • CV
  • 2 page or less research proposal
  • (If grad student) 2 sealed letters of professorial recommendation
  • Cite specific library holdings that will aid research

Additionally, an annual lecture is given on a subject related to the Revolutionary War. Read more here. 

Smithsonian Cooper Hewitt Design Museum, NYC Summer Internships

The Smithsonian's Cooper Hewitt Design Museum in New York City offers a summer internship program for college students interested in learning about museum practice.

Internship details:

  • 10 weeks/ 40 hours per week
  • Summer (second week of June to mid-August)
  • field trips, lectures, and public programs
  • Cross-disciplinary (open to a variety of majors)
  • $2,500 stipend
  • Undergrads and those who will graduate right before that summer
  • Departments:
    • Communications and Marketing
    • Cross-Platform Publications
    • Development and membership
    • Curatorial: Drawing, Prints, and Graphic Design
    • Digital and Emerging Media
    • Curatorial: Product Design
    • Education
    • Library
    • Curatorial: Textiles
    • Curatorial: Socially Responsible Design
Application details:
  • Late February due date
  • Resume, cover letter, short essay, two references, transcript
  • Apply online
View more details here: http://www.cooperhewitt.org/careers/

The building looks incredible! Sounds like a hip and intriguing set of opportunities for more progressive and artistic students interested in museums.

Tuesday, May 10, 2016

Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum Internships and Fellowships

The Anacostia Community Museum is a newer Smithsonian institution located in southeast Washington, DC. This cutting-edge museum seeks to interpret urban experiences and the culture of minorities. It offers a very mentor-focused internship experiences for students aged eighteen or older and enrolled at or recently graduated from an academic institution.

Program Information Page link: http://anacostia.si.edu/About/InternFellows 

Internship program:

  • Academic credit available
  • Interest in areas of focus presented at the museum 
  • 18 years or older and enrolled or recently graduated from an academic institution
  • At least 6 weeks; typically 3 months to 1 year
  • 20 hours/week
  • Internships available in: Office of Advancement, Collections, Education, Research, Design, Public Relations, and Special Events
  • Unpaid without stipends (at least for now although the Smithsonian offers some scholarship programs, particularly for minorities)
  • Selection made on a case-by-case basis based on student preparation and the institution's faculty availability and needs
  • Most likely a rolling deadline
Fellowship program: