Danforth Art is accepting applications for the position of Curatorial Intern for Spring and Summer 2015. Curatorial Interns will assist with exhibition planning, including art handling and transport, collections management, research, interpretation, signage, and installation. Interns will assist in varied projects to provide curatorial content for exhibition and collections material. Curatorial interns will also assist staff in preparation for installation and deinstallation of the Museum’s exhibitions. This is an unpaid internship, although valuable experience will be gained. Availablity 203 days a week is preferred.
Qualifications:
Open to qualified college or graduate students. The Curatorial Intern position is hands-on and requires attention to detail, organization, sound judgement, and collaborative teamwork. Comfort and familiarity with museum standards for handling artwork and exhibition installation is expected, including the ability to lift and climb. Computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point are preferred; graphic design is a plus.
Open to qualified college or graduate students. The Curatorial Intern position is hands-on and requires attention to detail, organization, sound judgement, and collaborative teamwork. Comfort and familiarity with museum standards for handling artwork and exhibition installation is expected, including the ability to lift and climb. Computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point are preferred; graphic design is a plus.
How To Apply:
Interested applicants should send a resume and letter of interest to Jessica Roscio, Associate Curator, at jlroscio@danforthart,org; Danforth Art, 123 Union Avenue, Framingham, MA 01702.
Interested applicants should send a resume and letter of interest to Jessica Roscio, Associate Curator, at jlroscio@danforthart,org; Danforth Art, 123 Union Avenue, Framingham, MA 01702.
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
Apply by:
January 21, 2015
January 21, 2015
Salary:
Unpaid internship
Unpaid internship
About this Organization:
Established as a grass roots organization in 1975 by a committed group of citizens, the Danforth Museum of Art, now called Danforth Art, has grown to become a vital cultural resource. Located in Framingham, Massachusetts, 20 miles west of Boston, Danforth Art provides visitors with entertaining and educational experiences in the visual arts. Danforth Art educates the public through its collection of American art, changing exhibits of contemporary artists, classes and workshops in the School, and a variety of community outreach programs.
Established as a grass roots organization in 1975 by a committed group of citizens, the Danforth Museum of Art, now called Danforth Art, has grown to become a vital cultural resource. Located in Framingham, Massachusetts, 20 miles west of Boston, Danforth Art provides visitors with entertaining and educational experiences in the visual arts. Danforth Art educates the public through its collection of American art, changing exhibits of contemporary artists, classes and workshops in the School, and a variety of community outreach programs.
Focusing on American art from 18th century to present day, Danforth Art is dedicated to showing the very best examples of contemporary art by both emerging and established artists, as well as an exploration of the School of Boston Expressionism. Our compelling exhibitions and permanent collection of over 3,500 works of art offer countless opportunities for all ages to explore a range of media and artistic forms of expression. Our mission strongly supports education, the 400 yearly studio art courses offered in the School, family workshops and artist lectures offer Danforth Art members and visitors numerous opportunities to learn and create.
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