Museum Art Collections Intern
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Job Description
Position Overview
The Collections Intern will assist the Curator of Art and the Collections Manager with creating a detailed inventory of a 500-object private art collection as part of a major collections transfer project. This internship offers valuable hands-on experience in museum collections management and object documentation.
Responsibilities
- Assist with cataloging and data entry for the museum database
- Measure and record object dimensions
- Photograph and document collection objects
- Create and maintain object checklists
- Participate in supervised art handling
- Support general collections care and organization tasks
Tasks may vary depending on the intern’s experience and skill set.
Qualifications
- Currently studying or recently graduated in Art History, Museum Studies, or a related field
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and basic digital photography
- Ability to work collaboratively and adhere to schedules and deadlines
- Interest in pursuing a career in museums or the arts
Internship Details
- Duration: 3 months
- Hours: Approximately 9 hours per week
- Schedule: Flexible within these windows
- Mondays & Tuesdays: 9 AM – 12 PM / 2 PM – 5 PM
- Wednesdays – Fridays: 9 AM – 11 AM
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