Paid Summer Internship in Prints and Drawings
The Department of Prints and Drawings is pleased to offer a part-time paid internship for the summer 2017. Every intern receives training related to identifying print and drawing techniques, the care and handling of works on paper, collection database software, object-based research, and museum policy issues such as ethics and security. Interns will have the opportunity to work closely with curators and conservators both on individual research projects and in the context of the regular operation of the study room.
Upper-level undergraduate or graduate student with a major in art history or studio art. Must have completed three or more years of college-level coursework in art history and/or studio art.
Must be willing and able to commit to 4 full working days per week for the length of the summer term (approx. 12 weeks).
Must be able to attend 2 scheduled orientation/training days.
Relevant experience with works on paper, art history research, and collection management. Excellent writing skills and one or more foreign languages preferred (especially French, Spanish, Italian, or German).
Compensation Rate: Paid Hourly
College Credit: Available. If you are planning on applying for school credit or support, please include any relevant deadlines at the top of your cover letter.
Hours: 28 hours per week
Application Deadline: March 15
Number of Openings: 1