The Picker and the Longyear usually offer one curatorial intern position for each museum every semester. The intern works closely with the Curator and Curatorial Assistant on tasks in relation to preparing future exhibitions, writing exhibition texts, conducting collections-based research, developing digital content, and or promoting the museum on social media.
Interns receive foundational knowledge that can be used in preparation for a future career in the museum field. This includes but is not limited to: collections handling training, and instruction on how to write text for an academic museum.
Details
- Paid position
- Set commitment of 10 hours a week
- Eligible to fulfill the MUSE minor practicum requirement
- Geared towards students whose coursework reflects an interest in the arts, anthropology, and/or museum studies
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If this position is open it will be posted under the Student Employment tab on the at the beginning of each semester.
My position as a curatorial intern allowed me to gain insight into the research and work it takes to curate an exhibition. As an anthropology major, contributing to the narratives and future mission of the museum is something I will take with me as I look for opportunities after graduation. The staff have been supportive and given me projects where I can focus on promoting consent and forming good relationships with Indigenous communities.
Raquel Marquez-Guerrero '24