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April 8, 2016

Tour Guide [United First Parish Church, “Church of the Presidents,” Quincy, MA]

Tour Guide United First Parish Church, “Church of the Presidents,” Quincy, MA The United First Parish Church, Quincy “Church of the Presidents” History and Visitor Program is seeking volunteer guides for the 2016 season beginning April 19. Volunteer guides provide half-hour tours of the Church …

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April 8, 2016

Museum Docent [International Tennis Hall of Fame, Newport, RI]

Museum Docent International Tennis Hall of Fame, Newport, RI The International Tennis Hall of Fame is seeking enthusiastic and articulate volunteers to conduct guided tours of the museum and grounds. Docents assist in providing an engaging and educational experience for every guest, while promoting and …

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April 8, 2016

Communications Intern (Summer 2016) [Havard Art Museums, Cambridge, MA]

Communications Intern (Summer 2016)

Description:
The Harvard Art Museums is accepting applications for the position of Communications Intern. The intern will support marketing and public relations efforts within the division of Communications. Tasks shall include reading, clipping, and compiling of all Art Museums-related press; organizing and archiving press files; assisting in the distribution of promotional materials; assisting with social media efforts; and maintaining the communications database. This is an unpaid internship and the applicant must be receiving academic credit to be considered. The internship will run through August 2016.

Please note that the location for this particular position is in an off-site building in Somerville, near the Sullivan Square T. MBTA buses 86, 91 and CT2 run nearby. Hourly shuttle service is provided to and from the off-site location to the Harvard Art Museums, with the shuttle stop located on the corner of Prescott Street & Broadway in Cambridge. There is a parking lot (free) at the Somerville location if you choose to drive there.

Qualifications:
The internship is open to qualified students who are able to begin work in May or earlier. The hours are very flexible within the M-F work week. Applicants who are majoring in arts administration or marketing/communications with a strong interest in the arts are encouraged to apply. Applicants should be independent, organized and efficient, and possess computer skills including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and Power Point. Familiarity with Evernote and Filemaker a plus, but not required.

How To Apply:
Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to the Communications Department, Attn: Rebecca Torres, Harvard Art Museums, 32 Quincy Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 or rebecca_torres@harvard.edu. Email preferred. Please note that if qualified applicants are out of state, interviews may be conducted via Skype.

Apply by:
May 01, 2016

Salary:
Unpaid/Academic Credit Only

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April 8, 2016

Press Intern (Summer 2016) [Harvard Art Museums, Cambridge, MA]

Press Intern (Summer 2016) Description: The Harvard Art Museums is accepting applications for the position of Press Intern, working in the Communications Division. The intern will be tasked with clipping, scanning, and filing all press related to the Harvard Art Museums. Working closely with the …

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April 8, 2016

Summer Curatorial Intern (Paid) [Chesterwood, Stockbridge, MA]

Chesterwood Summer Curatorial Intern (Paid) Description: Chesterwood, a Historic Site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation and a Massachusetts and National Historic Landmark, in Stockbridge, MA, seeks a curatorial intern for summer 2016 (June 1st – August 31st). Local and regional college students with …

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April 8, 2016

Gallery Assistant – Summer 2016 [Cambridge Art Association, Cambridge, MA]

Cambridge Art Association Gallery Assistant – Summer 2016

Description:
The Cambridge Art Association (CAA) is seeking an Gallery Assistant to work with our Assistant Director, and assist with the organization and implementation of our robust exhibition schedule. The Cambridge Art Association presents 20+ gallery exhibitions of work by regional artists, and an additional 20 exhibits in non-traditional galleries each year. These include juried, non-juried, curatorial, and pop-up exhibits. In addition to our exhibits, the CAA hosts regular professional development and networking events for both our 500+ Artist Members and the general public.

The Gallery Assistant will work directly with the Assistant Director in requesting materials and securing contracts from exhibiting artists; creating labels and additional information for exhibits; and creating exhibition catalogs. The Summer Gallery Assistant will also serve as the main point of contact for our summer exhibits, Flora/Fauna.

This internship is an excellent opportunity for an undergrad or graduate student interested in gaining hands on experience in a non-profit, community arts organization!

Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have background in the visual arts or art history, and should be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program; strong communications skills – both written and verbal; and an interest in exhibition coordination and development. The candidate should be an enthusiastic self-starter who enjoys working with the general public. The candidate must also be comfortable working independently, and able to lift and move heavy objects. Some art installation and transport experience is desired; however, we are willing to train the right candidate.

The candidate must have daytime and evening availability. (10-20 hours a week, available for school credit). We ask for a miniumim 3-month commitment – with 6 months preferred.

How To Apply:
Please send a cover letter, resume to Cory Shea at cshea@cambridgeart.org.

No phone calls please.

Apply by:
April 30, 2016

Salary:
Unpaid/For Credit

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