Resources in Art History for Graduate Students

INTERNSHIPS WITH MUSEUMS, GALLERIES, ETC

Individual Listings

Individual Listings

• This is a listing of museums and galleries that either have announced internships or whose Web sites list them. For the most part, I have avoided posting college and university internships because they usually are open only to their students. Most of these positions are unpaid; however many will work with the student's institution to award unit credit for work performed. Many also accept applications year-round. It never hurts to ask!
• N. B. Please note that it appears that a number of institutions do not update their Web sites promptly; a few never do. This does not necessarily mean that the internship is no longer available. Write to them!

States Alabama to Montana

States Nevada to Wyoming and non-U.S.A.

ALABAMA

Alabama State Council on the Arts

ALASKA

I'm looking...take a look at the Alaska State Council on the Arts

HAMMER MUSEUM INTERNSHIPS 2008

In "Haines Alaska is recruiting for a 3-month internship with a flexible start day from May to September 2008. The Hammer Museum is a non-profit, private entity and the world's only museum dedicated to hammers. Its mission is to provide a view of the past and a history of technology through the use of man's first tool. There are over 1500 hammers on display, ranging from Roman times to the present. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: Interns may work on one or more of the following projects: cataloging and researching the museum collection, taking digital photographs of artifacts; website development; assisting with an inventory of the museum collection; public speaking, and newsletter development. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Strong writing, research and collections care skills. Strong organizational, multitasking and people skills. Knowledge of standard office computer skills, including Past Perfect database software and word processing or a desire to learn them. Ability to work independently and on detailed tasks. Knowledge of the history of technology a plus. Degree or expected degree in history, education, museum studies, humanities or a related field. An adventurous spirit. COMPENSATION: The internship comes with a $100 per week stipend and basic housing is provided. Haines is a wonderful Alaskan community with a population of around 2000 and a breathtaking landscape. HOW TO APPLY: Submit a cover letter describing your qualifications and why you are interested in this internship, and your current resume including three references by mail or e-mail to:

• Contact Dave Pahl
• The Hammer Museum
• 108 Main Street
• Box 702
• Haines, Alaska 99827
• (907) 766-2374
• hammermuseum@aptalaska.net

ARIZONA

Arizona Commission on the Arts

CENTER FOR CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY (TUCSON)

They offer "wo fellowships for scholars, museum professionals, and candidates for advanced degrees; and one internship open only to University of Arizona graduate students." They also have unpaid internships. Look here.

MUSEUM OF NORTHERN ARIZONA

"The Museum of Northern Arizona offers internships in several departments throughout the year and some internships during summer months only. College credit, unpaid internships are available. Depending on departmental needs, year-round internships in Collections, Education, Exhibits, Geology, Marketing, and Public Relations are available. Housing accommodations may be available. To apply for one of these internships, please mail a cover letter describing your interests and background, and a resume to:

• Public Relations
• Museum of Northern Arizona
• 3101 N. Fort Valley Road
• Flagstaff, AZ 86001

SHARLOT HALL MUSEUM LIBRARY AND ARCHIVES PAID INTERNSHIP SUMMER 2006

Prescott, AZ. They have offered offer "a paid manuscript cataloging internship for students in history and library science." Please check the Web site for current openings or contact Sharlot Hall Museum Intern Search Committee, 415 W. Gurley Street, Prescott, AZ 86301. Please, no e-mail or fax applications. Questions? Contact Ryan Flahive, Archivist at ryan@sharlot.org or (928) 445-3122 xt.15 for more information.

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA MUSEUM OF ART INTERNSHIPS

"The University of Arizona Museum of Art offers a variety of internship opportunities for students at undergraduate and graduate levels, for credit or non-credit study, in the curatorial, exhibition design, registrar, education and marketing departments. Most internships are unpaid, but occasionally funds are available for paid graduate internships. Please see the museum's website, [ABOVE], for descriptions, contact information and application instructions."

ARKANSAS

Take a look at ArkansasArts, a state site with links to Galleries, Programs, and other sites that might be useful for you.

CALIFORNIA

California Arts Council

GETTY MUSEUM GRADUATE INTERNSHIPS

There are many different types of support for graduate students offered by the Getty. Please check the Web site for the latest information.

HISTORY SAN JOSE

Formerly the San Jose Historical Museum. Volunteer Opportunities.

RUTH AND SHERMAN LEE INSTITUTE FOR JAPANESE ART

They used to offer a full programs of internships. The name of the Institute has changed (it used to be the Clark Institute) and currently there is no mention of internships, but watch this space...

LOS ANGELES COUNTY MUSEUM OF ART

They seem to offer occasional internships, depending on department needs, etc. Contact them if you would like more information.

MUSEUM OF PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTS (SAN DIEGO)

"The Museum of Photographic Arts Internship Program is designed to provide experience and exposure to professional work in a museum environment to undergraduate and graduate students. Internships are available throughout the school year, as well as during the summer." See the Web site for more information.

NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY

Dinosaurs. Mastodons. And they have internships, too.

NBC UNIVERSAL ARCHIVES & COLLECTIONS SUMMER 2008 INTERNSHIPS

"We are currently processing, cataloguing and re-housing collections including photographs, paper records, 3-D objects, models & textiles. Our Interns will assist permanent staff by inputting paper catalog records into The Museum System database, and conducting cataloguing and physical processing of assets.

"Who are we looking for? Junior, Senior or Graduate Students with educational backgrounds in: History, Library & Information Science, Archival Administration, Public History & Museum Studies with experience or an interest in any of the following fields: film history, animation, entertainment industry, popular culture, graphic arts/design, corporate archives/museums and photography.

"Who are we? NBC Universal Archives & Collections is the central reference source for historical information about NBC Universal and its productions. Archives & Collections preserves and documents the history of NBC Universal by collecting and maintaining significant historical records, photographs and artifacts according to professional archival & museum standards.

"Are you interested? Please apply via www.nbcunicareers.com. Select Internships/West Coast Internships/Digital Media & Technology and be sure to mention your interest in Archives & Collections in your cover letter. Interns must receive academic credit & no relocation is available.

• Deidre Thieman
• Archivist - Entertainment Assets
• Archives & Collections, 2311-LL
• Universal Studios
• 100 Universal City Plaza
• Universal City, CA 91608
• t / 818.777.0217 ; fax/ 818.866.5120
• E-mail: (deidre.thieman@nbcuni.com)

PACIFIC FILM ARCHIVE

They offer some unpaid internships, open to local students.

FINE ARTS MUSEUMS OF SAN FRANCISCO

They have a volunteer internship program.

SAN FRANCISCO MUSEUM OF MODERN ART

Check the Web site for sporadically posted openings for internships and part-time jobs for graduate students. SFMOMA; 151 Third Street; San Francisco, CA 94103; tele: 415/357-4170; fax: 415/357-4158.

SAN JOSE MUSEUM OF ART : INTERNSHIPS

The San Jose Museum of Art offers unpaid internships at the Museum. If interested, direct inquiries to the Department of Education, at (408) 271-6840. Inquiries and resumes for unpaid internships may also be e-mailed to Margie Maynard at

E-mail: margie@sjmusart.org

San Jose Museum of Art, 110 S. Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113.

SOUTHWEST MUSEUM/AUTRY NATIONAL CENTER SUMMER 2005 INTERNSHIPS

"Subject to availability, internships are available in the following departments: Collections Management, Curatorial, and EducationInternships with the Southwest Museum/Autry National Center are full time structured learning experiences. The experience must be relevant to the intern's academic and professional goals, and to research and museum activities of the Institution. An internship is performed under the direct supervision of the Southwest Museum staff. Qualifications: Internship opportunities are available for undergraduate, graduate, and Ph.D. students who have an overall G.P.A. of 3.0 or its equivalent. Each applicant will be evaluated on their academic standing, scholarly qualifications, experiences, and its suitability to the Southwest Museum collections, facilities, and programs. Applicants who are formally or informally related to a Native American community, studying Native American studies, Native American History, Museum Studies or enrolled at Tribal Colleges and Universities are encouraged to apply. Term: 8 weeks.

To apply: Applicants should send their most recent academic transcripts, current resume/CV, and a letter of interest stating why they feel they are qualified for the internship and how it relates to their career/professional goals. Applications can be sent via email to Valerie Nelson, Director of Human Resources. vnelson@autrynationalcenter.org or may be mailed to Autry National Center, 4700 Western Heritage Way Los Angeles, CA 90027. Deadline: May 20 (postmark); starting June 7, ending August 7. Salary: Undergrad - $9.00 per hour/Grad student - $12.00 per hour. Stipend: limited availability, up to $200/per week in addition to hourly pay.

TRITON MUSEUM OF ART (SANTA CLARA, CA)

"The Triton Museum of Art has a variety of internships and stipends available to students wishing to gain museum-related experience. Education, Curatorial, Marketing, and Registration are some of the departments that offer internship opportunities at the Triton Museum of Art. Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to Triton Museum of Art, attention: Internships, 1505 Warburton Ave., Santa Clara, CA, 95050. For further information please call (408) 247-3754, or visit the web site.

COLORADO

Colorado Council on the Arts

AMERICAN NUMISMATIC ASSOCIATION

MUSEUM INTERNSHIP IN NUMISMATICS: " The American Numismatic Association Money Museum is the largest exhibiting museum of its kind in the United States. Located in Colorado Springs, CO, the Money Museum is open and free to the public with one permanent and four rotating exhibit galleries. The Money Museum collection includes over 250,000 numismatic items including coins, paper notes, medals and related items. The Money Museum is located in the same facility as the Dwight N. Manley Numismatic Library - the largest lending library of its kind in the world. Internships are available for undergraduate and graduate students. Academic credit may be arranged with participating colleges or universities. Other educational opportunities in numismatics exist. For more information, contact the American Numismatic Association, 818 North Cascade Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80903; Tel: (719) 632-2646 or e-mail Lane J. Brunner, Ph.D. at brunner@money.org

ASPEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY

This is a site for several Historic Sites in or near Aspen. Click "Intern Program" to find out what is currently offered. Additional internship opportunities are available. Please check our website at www.aspenhistory.org.

DENVER MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY

Go to Volunteer Program for information on current opportunities. "The Museum's internship program is committed to providing a learning environment for motivated individuals interested in pursuing a career in a museum-related field."

FORT MORGAN MUSEUM SUMMER 2006 INTERNSHIP

"Start date: June 19)--240 hours maximum--stipend. The Fort Morgan Museum is an AAM accredited museum on the eastern plains of Colorado that interprets the history of Fort Morgan, Morgan County, and the surrounding area. Focuses include Glenn Miller, Plains Indians, frontier military, irrigation, farming, and business. A town of a little over 10,000 people, Fort Morgan is the county seat of Morgan County. It is located approximately one hour from Denver and 45 minutes from Greeley. Duties may include:

• assisting Education Coordinator in summer camp program (June 26-30)
• assisting Curator in preparing artifacts for relocation and relocating objects
• developing and contributing lessons to the Museum's multi-disciplinary curriculum
• creating and updating exhibits

Candidate should have a background in history, museum studies, and/or education/museum education. Applicants should submit a letter of intent, resume, and a City of Fort Morgan Employment Application [see Web site for this]. Please send resumes to: Marne Jurgemeyer, Director, Fort Morgan Museum, PO Box 184, Fort Morgan, CO 80701 or director@ftmorganmus.org. For more information, contact Mr. Jurgemeyer at 970-542-4010 or e-mail above.

CONNECTICUT

Connecticut Commission on the Arts

THE WADSWORTH ATHENEUM

The internship program seems no longer to exist. However, you never know when the dead will rise again. Check the Web site for more information.

DELAWARE

The Arts in Delaware

Winterthur Museum, Garden, and Library

They sometimes offer internships; check the Web site. They do have an ongoing Fellowship Program also.

FLORIDA

Florida Department of State

• The Florida Association of Museums with links to over 340 museums in the state.

BOCA RATON MUSEUM OF ART

"Students enrolled in area colleges and universities may apply for internships to fulfill curriculum requirements." See the Web site/

EVERGLADES NATIONAL PARK INTERNSHIPS

They sometimes have internships; check the Web site.

SAMUEL P. HARN MUSEUM OF THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA

The Harn Museum of Art at the University of Florida offers internships to students and non-students who are interested in museum administration and non-profit business. For more information, please visit the Web site. See 'Educational Opportunities -- Internship Program.'

JOHN AND MABLE RINGLING MUSEUM OF ART

The Museum has internships in many areas of the museum. Check "Internships" on the front page or try contacting:

• Karen Patriarca
• Student Services Coordinator
• The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
• 5401 Bay Shore Road
• Sarasota, FL 34243
• 941-359-5700 ext 4401

SOUTH FLORIDA COLLECTIONS MANAGEMENT CENTER

They sometimes have internships; try contacting Nancy Russell, Museum Curator, by the following methods:

• Fax 305-242-7836
• e-mail Nancy_Russell@nps.gov
• Mail South Florida Collections Management Center
• Everglades National Park
• 40001 S. R. 9336
• Homestead, FL 33034

GEORGIA

Georgia Council for the Arts

HIGH MUSEUM OF ART (ATLANTA)

"The High Museum of Art's internship program is available to college students, recent college graduates, and high school seniors.¾ We accept materials from prospective interns year-round (there is no deadline)." Check here for the online application.

ROME AREA HISTORY MUSEUM SUMMER INTERNSHIP 2006

"Archives Intern: Duties: The intern will complete a Disaster Preparedness Plan for the Museum. The intern will process (inventory, catalog, index, and re-house) two major archival collections: photos collected by two generations of the Wyatt family, and the research notes and articles of Roger Aycock a local reporter and author of All Roads to Rome. Data entry of collections records in PastPerfect software. Qualifications: Previous experience working with archival collections is required. Must be computer savvy and able to multi-task. How to Apply: Internship applications must be postmarked by April 20, 2006. Funding for this internship is contingent upon receipt of a grant from the Georgia Historical Records Advisory Board. Notification of grant awards will be made in May. The internship should begin in June." Please see the Web site for more information.

HAWAII

State Foundation on Culture and the Arts

ILLINOIS

Illinois Arts Council

ADLER PLANETARIUM ASDVANCEMENT INTERN

They sometimes offer unpaid internships. Contact: Marguerite E. Dawson Director of Human Resources, The Adler Planetarium [ mailto:resumes-advance-intern@adlerplanetarium.org ] resumes-advance-intern@adlerplanetarium.org

ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO

Internships are offered in the Art Institute's many departments throughout the year and enable students to gain first hand experience in their areas of interest or study. Interns, working under the guidance of curators or department heads, assist in routine departmental work that ranges from special projects and research to clerical support. Interns are usually junior or senior level college students, or graduate students; however, in some cases, those individuals with related work will be considered. A major in Art History or Fine Art is not essential. Internships vary from department to department; many are paid while others are offered for work study. Students are responsible for making appropriate arrangements with their schools to receive credit for internships. For more information, contact: Ms Kim Kruskop, Coordinator of Internship Programs, AIC, 111 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60603-6110. No e-mail address given.

CENTER FOR AMERICAN ARCHAEOLOGY

"The Center for American Archeology, Kampsville, Illinois has had several employment opportunities available in the past. If interested see the Web site for more information.

CHICAGO BOTANIC GARDEN

They have had generous programs in the past; contact them at: Internship Program, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL 60022 or or via e-mail at:

Email: internships@chicagobotanic.org

HOMESTEAD PRAIRIE FARM

"Paid Internship in Central llinois. Terms of position: 6 month internship starting in May. Internship extension possible. Regular work week plus alternating weekend duty with compensatory time off. Location: Homestead Prairie Farm, a circa 1860 living history house museum, is at the edge of the Decatur city limits. The museum is located on the grounds of the Rock Springs Nature Center (a 1300 acre riverine forest and prairie park). It is administered by the staff of the Macon County Conservation District with assistance from volunteers. Staff offices are in the nearby Rock Springs Visitor Center. See the Web site for more information. Salary/Stipend/Housing: $7.25/hour for 40 hours per week with a $225 monthly housing stipend. No on-site housing is available. Application Deadline: March 10, 2006...To apply or ask questions about the community, the museum or internship please contact:

• Brent Wielt, Historic Sites Manager
• Macon County Conservation District
• 3939 Nearing Lane
• Decatur, IL 62521
• E-mail:bwielt@maconcountyconservation.org

ILLINOIS STATE MUSEUM

They have in the past offered paid Education Internships. Check the Web site to see what if anything is on offer now.

MONTICELLO COLLEGE FOUNDATION INTERNSHIP

"he Monticello College Foundation Internship in Museum Education provides a challenging opportunity to work closely with museum educators, exhibits staff, and curators in a museum of natural history, anthropology, and art. The program is designed for candidates who wish to explore a career in the field of museum education. The Monticello Intern helps coordinate the day-to-day operations of "A Place for Discovery," a hands-on children's gallery, including the gallery's 45 volunteers. The Monticello Intern also assists with other museum education programs including school groups, monthly children's programs, and special events.

"Requirements: a Bachelor's degree in education, anthropology, natural science, museum studies, history, or art; career interest in museum education; experience working with the public; and ability to use a personal computer. Teaching experience or Master's degree a plus. Flexibility, maturity, caring personality, and enthusiasm for working with children and volunteers - especially retirees - are very important. The internship will run from September 1, 2008 to August 31, 2009. There is some flexibility in start and end dates. Monthly stipend of $1565 plus benefits package including fully-paid medical and life insurance, holidays, vacation, personal business days, and sick time.

To apply: send cover letter, resume, transcripts (photocopies are acceptable), an e-mail address where you can be reached, and contact information for three professional references (letters are not required) to:

• Beth Shea, Education Chairperson
• Illinois State Museum
• 502 S. Spring Street
• Springfield IL 62706-5000

The deadline is May 1 , 2008. E-mail or fax applications will not be accepted. E-mail inquiries are invited. Send inquiries to (bshea@museum.state.il.us). Please, no phone calls.

MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART, CHICAGO

Open to undergraduate or graduate students. Available in 21 departments. No stipend; school credit can be arranged. Applications accepted year-round for future consideration. Contact: Internship Office, MCA, 220 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611-2604.

FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT PRESERVATION TRUST

In the past they have offered multiple internships in various departments. Check the Web site to see what is currently available.

INDIANA

Indiana Arts Commission

INDIANAPOLIS MUSEUM OF ART

"The IMA offers internships for undergraduates, graduates and recent graduates each year during the spring and summer. Interns selected to participate in the program gain practical experience, marketable skills and a broad exposure to museum work. Internships are potentially available within the curatorial, development/membership, education, marketing, registration and visitor services departments. Interns participate in the ongoing work of the department to which they are assigned and will be expected to complete a project or some portion of a major project. Individual responsibilities are determined by the educational background and work experience of the intern, as well as the needs of the department. Interns are not paid; however, they can receive course credit. Spring internship applications (for January-April) are due November 1. Summer internship applications (for June-August) are due April 1. For more information, please check the Web site or contact:

• Indianapolis Museum of Art
• Internship Program
• Education Division
• Indianapolis Museum of Art
• 1200 West 38th Street
• Indianapolis, IN 46208-4196

INDIANAPOLIS MUSEUM OF ART: ALLEN WHITEHILL CLOWES CURATORIAL FELLOWSHIP

"...is pleased to announce a nine-month curatorial fellowship. The fellowship supports scholarly research related to the Clowes Collection at the IMA and provides curatorial training in the field of European painting and sculpture. The Clowes Fellow is fully integrated into the curatorial division of the Museum and has duties comparable to those of an assistant curator, ranging from collection research and management to exhibition development and implementation. To be eligible for the fellowship, the applicant must be enrolled in a graduate course of study leading to an advanced degree or be a recent degree recipient (within the last two years). Applicants must demonstrate scholarly excellence and promise, as well as a strong interest in the museum profession. U.S. citizenship is not required.

"The Clowes Fellow will receive a stipend of $16,000 and an educational travel allowance of $2,000. Housing is provided in a scholar's residence on the grounds of the museum. The nine-month fellowship period will begin September 1, 2008. The appointment is renewable. Applications should include a cover letter explaining your interest in the fellowship, a curriculum vitae, a concise statement describing your area of research and its relationship to the Clowes Collection and three letters of recommendation (academic and professional). Applications must be received by March 31, 2008. *Please send application materials to:*

*Ronda Kasl*
• *Curator of Painting and Sculpture before 1800*
• *Indianapolis Museum of Art*
• *4000 Michigan Road*
• *Indianapolis, IN 46208-3326*

INDIANAPOLIS MUSEUM OF ART

They have offered the "Allen Whitehill Clowes Curatorial Fellowship...a nine-month fellowship for outstanding junior scholars who wish to pursue curatorial careers in art museums. Check the Web site to see what's available now.

IOWA

VESTERHEIM NORWEGIAN-AMERICAN MUSEUM SUMMER 2007 PAID INTERNSHIPS

"Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum is offering two paid collections internships for the summer of 2007. Vesterheim, located in Decorah, IA, embodies the living heritage of Norwegian immigrants to America. The Museum houses over 24,000 artifacts, which include large samplings from the fine, decorative, and folk arts, and the tools and machinery of early agriculture, lumbering, and other immigrant industries. Interns will work directly on a collections relocation project funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Vision Iowa Program. The project entails the inventory, transport, condition reporting, photography, and documentation of 10,000 objects to be housed in the newly renovated Bauder-Landsgard Collections Study Center. Ideal candidates should have interest, knowledge, or experience with handling historic artifacts in a museum setting, and should have completed some course work in museum studies. Working hours are 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday. Stipend is $2500 for 10 weeks. Mail resume or curriculum vitae and cover letter stating how this internship relates to your career goals to Adam Lovell, Collections Specialist, Vesterheim Museum, 523 West Water St, Decorah, IA 52101 or email to info@vesterheim.org, attn. Adam Lovell. Deadline is March 15, 2007. [Missed it? Write and ask about next year!]

KANSAS

Kansas Art Commission

KANSAS STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Minimum Qualifications: The Historical Society offers internships for undergraduates and graduate students. Internships are available for graduate students enrolled in museum studies, folk arts, education, archeology, anthropology, preservation architecture, history, library/archival science, and related programs. Please check the Web site for more information.

SANTA FE TRAIL CENTER MUSEUM & RESEARCH LIBRARY

"...in Larned, Kansas is currently taking applications for a curatorial intern for the summer of 2007. Applicants must be actively seeking a degree in history, museum studies, public history, or in a related field, at either an undergraduate or graduate level. The internship will focus primarily on collections management responsibilities-including, but not limited to, cataloging, marking, and photographing objects, utilizing collections management software, assisting with exhibits, providing research support, and grant writing. Candidates must be detail oriented, reliable, and interested in promoting the care and preservation of museum artifacts.

The intern must complete a minimum of 150 hours of work. Date and work schedule are negotiable but the internship must be completed no later than September 1, 2007. A $300 stipend will be awarded upon the successful completion of the program...Interested persons may submit a letter of interest and one academic reference no later then April 10, 2007 to the following address:

• Santa Fe Trail Center
• Attn: Becca Hiller
• 1349 K-156 Hwy Questions about this position can be directed to Becca Hiller at (620)285-2054 or curator@santafetrailcenter.org.

KENTUCKY

Kentucky Arts Council

The Filson Historical Society

They offer both fellowships and internships for graduate students. "The Society's collections are especially strong for the frontier, antebellum, and Civil War eras of Kentucky history. The fellowships are designed to encourage research in all aspects of the history of Kentucky and the regions of the Ohio Valley and the Upper South. Applicants should indicate how The Filson's collections are relevant to their research topics and will have the opportunity to present the results of their research to scholars and the general public as appropriate. Fellows as well as interns are expected to be in continuous residence at The Filson. Application deadlines for all fellowships and internships are 15 October and 15 February each year. Applications are reviewed two times a year." Please see the Web site for more details.

LOCUST GROVE SUMMER INTERNSHIPS

Check the Web site to see what is on offer now. 20, 2005.

LOUISIANA

Louisiana Division of the Arts

MAINE

Maine Arts

GENERAL HENRY KNOX MUSEUM SUMMER 2008 INTERNSHIPS

"Montpelier, the General Henry Knox Museum, an historic house museum in midcoast Maine, is pleased to post its three paid internships for 2008. The museum, a reconstruction of the 1794 mansion built by the country's first Secretary of War, houses an important collection of Federal Period furniture and decorative arts, as well as primary and secondary resources related to the economic development and settling of midcoast Maine. The museum has a permanent staff of two FT employees and over 60 active volunteers, and offers a very active range of programs, classes and events during the summer. For more information, please see the Web site."

OLD YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY FELLOWSHIPS

"In Museum Practice and Interpretation (June-August 2007). Four graduate or senior level undergraduate resident fellowships include full scholarship, waterfront living quarters, and stipend for directed summer study in one of southern MaineÍs largest history museums. Deadline: March 5, 2007. For more information contact Anne Poubeau, Director of Education, Old York Historical Society, PO Box 312, York, ME 03909; education@oldyork.org, or go to the Web site."

MARYLAND

Maryland Arts Council

BALTIMORE MUSEUM OF INDUSTRY SUMMER INTERNSHIPS

For the summer of 2005 they offered several internships; no sign of them for 2006 but I might have missed the posting so if you are interested please contact: Director of Human Resources, Baltimore Museum of Industry, 1415 Key Highway, Baltimore, MD 21230. Previous Application deadline: May 6, 2005.

CHESAPEAKE BAY MARITIME MUSEUM INTERNSHIPS

The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum offers a graduate or post graduate level internship in museum education. Go here to learn about current opportunities.

HISTORICAL ELECTRONICS MUSEUM INTERNSHIPS 2007

"The Historical Electronics Museum in Linthicum, Maryland seeks energetic individuals to fill our internships. We are recruiting for the positions of Education and Outreach Assistant and Collections Assistant internships for Fall 2007. We seek individuals with an education, history, museum studies, or related background. Applicants should be able to work independently and be interested in a museum career. This part- time internship is unpaid. Interns will work on a variety of projects, which may include evaluation of museum programs or exhibitions, community-based or technology-based programs, conducting tours and other duties as assigned. Please note the successful applicant must be a U.S. citizen and must undergo a security background check. Applications should include a cover letter, CV and 3 references and can be sent via e-mail to: vcoleman.hem@gmail.com

• Vedet R. Coleman, MA
• Education and Outreach Director
• Historical Electronics Museum
• 1745 West Nursery Road
• Linthicum, Maryland 21090
• (410) 765-9617
• vcoleman.hem@gmail.com

INSTITUTE FOR LEARNING INNOVATION

The Institute for Learning Innovation, an Annapolis, MD-based non-profit, offers internships and fellowships three times per year: spring, summer, and fall. The Institute is a non-profit organization that describes, assesses and advances learning both in free-choice settings and in the formal educational system.

Interns are typically graduate students; fellows are post-doctoral students. Applications are accepted: December 31 for Spring; March 31 for Summer; and July 31 for Fall. A stipend is offered to help defray the cost of living. Interns can pursue interests in informal learning and acquire hands-on experience in all aspects of evaluation and research. There are also opportunities to help with the development of educational resources, to organize and engage in professional development, and to become involved in other facets of our organization that match your interests. For more information, please visit the Web site.

Interested candidates should send a cv/resume, letters of reference, and a letter of intent to: Dale Jones, Institute for Learning Innovation, 166 West St., Annapolis, MD 21401. For further information, please contact Dale Jones at (410) 268-5149 or

E-mail: www.ilinet.org

Interested candidates should send a cv/resume, three letters of reference, and a cover letter to:

• Institute for Learning Innovation,
• 166 West St.
• Annapolis, MD 21401.
• Attention: Cheryl Kessler.

Please note that all materials can be sent electronically by email to kessler@ilinet.org if desired.

JEWISH MUSEUM OF MARYLAND

"...is offering paid and unpaid graduate and/or undergraduate Collections, Exhibitions, and Archival internships for Spring and/or Summer 2007. JMM interns work closely with museum professionals on varied collections and exhibitions projects to gain insight into the workings of the museums. Tasks include, but are not limited to: exhibition and collection research, processing archival collections, object photography, cataloging collections, data entry, digitizing photographic collections, gallery preparation, and artifact handling.

Candidates must be able to handle objects with extreme care, write neatly, work with detailed numbering systems, keep accurate and clear records, and handle moderately heavy objects. Interested students should be working toward a degree in history, art history, material culture, Jewish studies, museum studies, or archival science. Previous museum or gallery experience is not required. Please send a cover letter, resume, and list of three references to Ms. Jobi Zink, Registrar, Jewish Museum of Maryland, 15 Lloyd Street, Baltimore MD 21202 or to jzink@jewishmuseummd.org(.) Resumes should be received no later than March 15, 2007."

WALTERS ART MUSEUM

"The Walters Art Museum offers an exciting opportunity for qualified undergraduate and graduate students and those between degree programs to be placed in various museum divisions throughout the year. Based on a system of supervised learning, the internships enable students to understand how a museum operates and how to relate this experience to academic and professional goals." For details, see the Web site. N.B. They also offer a Fellowship: see the Pre-Doctoral Grants and Fellowships Page.

MASSACHUSETTS

Massachusetts Cultural Council

BEVERLY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Last year they had an INTERNSHIP FOR COLLECTIONS MANAGER. It is not listed on the Web site this year, but if you are interested in their museum and collections (see Web site) you might contact them and ask about future opportunities.

BUSCH-REISINGER MUSEUM

Harvard University Art Museums Cambridge, Mass., USA. "The Busch-Reisinger Museum is the only museum in America devoted to promoting the informed enjoyment and critical understanding of the arts of Central and Northern Europe, with a special emphasis on the German-speaking countries." In the recent past the museum has offered the Stefan Engelhorn Curatorial Internship. Check the Web site for this and others.

COMENOS FINE ARTS INTERNSHIP

"Part Time internship available immediately for Newbury Street art gallery. Work includes Fine Art research, cataloguing, meeting and greeting, database management, marketing and other matters as appropriate. Must have a keen interest in the work of the gallery, a true passion for art, a sense of humor, devotion to detail and organization. Job requires approximately three days per week through the Summer of 2008 and possibly beyond. Hours are flexible to applicants schedule (11am to 4pm). Solid knowledge of computers a must [word, publisher, Photoshop, excel, and so on]. See www.comenos.com for information on the gallery's specialties and history. Contact peter@comenos.com."

DANVERS HISTORICAL SOCIETY INTERNSHIPS

In the recent past they have offered internships. Check the Web site or contact them to see what is going on now.

DeCORDOVA MUSEUM AND SCULPTURE PARK (Lincoln)

Go the the Opportunities at DeCordova page for information on their unpaid internships.

FOGG ART MUSEUM, HARVARD UNIVERSITY

The Fogg's collections are devoted to: "history of Western art from the Middle Ages to the present, with particular strengths in Italian early Renaissance, British pre-Raphaelite, and nineteenth-century French art." Check the Web site for information about their Curatorial Internships.

HISTORIC DEERFIELD SUMMER FELLOWSHIP [SIC] PROGRAM

"Every summer since 1956, college students have experienced the world of Historic Deerfield, a museum of New England history and art in Deerfield, Massachusetts. The nine-week living-learning program offers a chance to take part in the behind-the-scenes workings of a museum, to study New England material life using the Historic Deerfield collections and historic houses, and to join staff in a thorough investigation of early American history and material life." No sign of this on the Web site (2006), but keep looking.

HISTORIC NEW ENGLAND (SPNEA) 2005/2006

Kitchen Exhibition Research Fellowship They "seek an advanced graduate student or research professional to conduct a comparative study of eighteenth-century Essex County probate inventories, focusing on the town of Newbury, Massachusetts, to determine how kitchens were typically furnished. The fellow will present the findings in a report, which will be used for an exhibition on the history of kitchens in America and for the interpretation of the kitchen at the Coffin House, one of Historic New England's historic properties. The stipend for the fellowship is $5000. Work must be completed by January 15. 2006. Please send CV and cover letter by September 26, 2005, to Nancy Carlisle, Curator, Historic New England, 151 Essex Street, Haverhill, MA 01832 or transmit via email to ncarlisle@historicnewengland.org. For further information, please call (978) 521-4788 x 737.

LYNN MUSEUM & HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM EDUCATION INTERNSHIP

They sometimes have internships. Contact: Connie Colom, Director, The Lynn Museum & Historical Society, 125 Green Street, Lynn, MA 01902 or to director@lynnmuseum.org.

MARTHA'S VINEYARD INTERNSHIP PROGRAM 2008

"The Martha's Vineyard Museum is offering four different PAID summer internships in the fields of oral history, education, library/archives, and development/fundraising. Please check our website for more information and the application packet. Call 508-627-4441 ext. 110 for any questions!

MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, BOSTON: NIARCHOS CLASSICAL ART CURATORIAL INTERNSHIP 2007

Annual? "The Department of Art of the Ancient World at the MFA, Boston is pleased to announce the inauguration of a Niarchos Classical Art Curatorial Internship. The internship will be project-based and offer hands-on experiences in a range of activities, which may include object handling, documentation, installations, conservation treatments, recording and archival work, and presentations to the public. Projects will be determined on the basis of the applicant?s expertise and the needs of the Department.

Applications are now being accepted for the internship, which will begin in Autumn 2007 and last for two months. The intern will work full-time (35 hours/week) at the museum for the period of the internship. A stipend of up to $4000 (paid at an hourly rate) will be available. Candidates should be advanced graduate students or recent PhDs in Classical or early Byzantine art and archaeology who are interested in careers in art museums. Non-US citizens are eligible, and Greek nationals are especially encouraged to apply. Please send a cover letter and curriculum vitae by August 15 to:

• Dr. Christine Kondoleon
• George and Margo Behrakis Senior Curator of Greek and Roman Art
• Museum of Fine Arts , Boston
• 465 Huntington Avenue
• Boston MA 02115 -5597
• 617-369-3453 * fax 617-267-8191 * email: ckondoleon@mfa.org

NANTUCKET HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION 2007

"The Nantucket Historical Association is seeking Museum Education interns to facilitate its wide array of summer programming, both in the museum's Discovery Room and at its historic sites. This is a paid internship that includes housing. Any adventurers out there who want to spend a summer on a quaint and history-rich island? For a printer-friendly job description, visit [the Web site].

PEABODY MUSEUM OF ARCHAEOLOGY AND ETHNOLOGY ARCHIVAL COLLECTIONS INTERNSHIPS HARVARD UNIVERSITY

The Peabody Museum Archives has offered positions for volunteers and interns who wish to work on processing (arrangement and description) and preservation projects. For more information, check the Web site.

ARTHUR M. SACKLER MUSEUM, HARVARD UNIVERSITY

The museum "houses superb collections of ancient, Islamic, Asian, and later Indian art." Check the Web site for information on internships.

TRUSTEES OF RESERVATIONS SUMMER 2005 INTERNSHIPS

"Jeannine Rioux Intern. Jeannine Rioux, a long-time supporter of Naumkeag, was an enthusiastic student of history. The Jeannine Rioux Internship is made possible by her friends and family as a way to help other students learn more about American history. Founded in 1891 by landscape architect Charles Eliot, The Trustees of Reservations is a member-supported, nonprofit, tax-exempt, charitable organization that preserves, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value in Massachusetts and protects special places across the state. The Trustees protects over 35,000 acres of land plus a range of historic structures, including Naumkeag, in Stockbridge, Massachusetts.

"The exact nature of the project(s) will be decided after discussions with staff at the start of the internship. Qualifications: Be enrolled in an accredited graduate level degree program for museum studies or similar. Experience developing interpretive programs and an understanding of American history are all desirable. The successful candidate needs to be willing to collaborate with staff and volunteers and have a sense of humor. The Jeannine Rioux Intern will report to the Superintendent of the Stockbridge Management Unit, and work with the Western Regional Historic Resources Manager and Naumkeag's Historic Site Administrator. The position will be for 10 weeks during the summer of 2005; 35-40 hours a week at $8.50/hour. Housing at an apartment at Naumkeag is provided. Send letter and resume to: Gordon Clark, Jeannine Rioux Internship Search, The Trustees of Reservations, PO Box 792, Stockbridge MA 01262. Application deadline: April 8, 2005. For more information, contact Will Garrison, Historic Resources Manager at wgarrison@ttor.org

MICHIGAN

Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs

KRESGE ART MUSEUM, MICHIGAN STAE UNIVERSITY: 2006/2007 INTERNSHIP

VISITING INTERN "Kresge Art Museum, the art museum on the campus of Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, has an opening for a fixed term, nine-month, full-time intern, beginning September 2006 and ending June 2007. The intern participates broadly in all areas of the museum: in exhibition development; curating and researching the collection; grant writing; registration; and education programming. Applicants must have completed some graduate work in art history and preferably have taken museum studies courses or have museum experience, be computer literate, and must plan a museum career. Stipend: $16,500 plus medical benefits. Send cover letter, resume, and names of three references by March 13, 2006 to Search Committee, Kresge Art Museum, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824. MSU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Institution. Persons with disabilities may request and receive reasonable accommodation."

MACKINAC STATE HISTORICAL PARKS

Go to "Employment" on the Web site to find information on seasonal employment with the parks. Location: Mackinac Island (with occasional duties in Mackinaw City) Mackinac State Historic Parks has three museum sites: Fort Mackinac (established 1780), Colonial Michilimackinac (1715), and Historic Mill Creek (early 19th century). Colonial Michilimackinac and Historic Mill Creek are located on the mainland at the northern tip of Michigan's lower peninsula, and Fort Mackinac on Mackinac Island. For more information, see the Web site or contact:

e-mail LINNT@state.mi.us

or write to: Mackinac State Historic Parks, ATTN: Employment Applications, PO Box 873, Mackinaw City, MI 49701.

MINNESOTA

Minnesota State Arts Board

MINNEAPOLIS INSTITUTE OF ARTS

The Minneapolis Institute of Arts offers many volunteer internships for individuals considering or pursuing careers in museum work. All candidates with skills, interests, or experiences relevant to museum work are eligible. Internships may range from one to twelve months in length, with a minimum time commitment of twenty hours per week expected. Intern positions are typically project-oriented within a specific department. There are frequent classroom components which acquaint interns with various functions, programs, departments, and staff of the museum and/or relate to the intern experience. Students often arrange academic credit for their experience through their college or university.

The availability of internships is determined by the needs of individual departments throughout the year, within the limitations of staff and space availability, exhibition schedules and the varying potential for challenging intern projects. Candidates may consider internships in several areas of the museum, including the Curatorial, Education, Marketing and Communications, and Development Divisions. Interns are placed three times each year. The application deadlines are: October 1 for winter/spring internships, March 1 for summer internships, and June 1 for fall/winter internships. For more information on internships and their availability, contact:

• Intern Coordinator,
• Administrative Assistant,
• The Minneapolis Institute of Arts,
• 2400 Third Avenue South,
• Minneapolis, Minnesota 55404,
• 612-870-3189,
• Fax 612-870-3004.

OLMSTEAD COUNTY HISTORICAL CENTER SUMMER INTERNSHIP 2008

"The Olmsted County History Center will be conducting an inventory of its three-dimensional (3D) collection as part of its commitment to the Rochester Area Foundation (RAF) grant. This internship will place an emphasis on collections management practice. There will also be opportunities to gain experience in exhibit planning and installation. The supervisor, the Curator of Collections, will discuss with the Intern the necessary requirements for fulfilling the internship. What does the History Center need to provide you to receive the necessary credits from your university? The main project of the Summer Internship will be an inventory of the tool collections... At the end of the internship, the intern will be responsible for writing an online exhibit on the tool collection. This internship is unpaid. Interested candidate should send a cover letter, resume, and letter of recommendation to:

• History Center of Olmsted County
• 1195 West Circle Drive SW
• Rochester, MN 55902
• 507-282-9447

Any inquiries regarding the internship can be directed to:

• Sandy Toogood
• Volunteer Coordinator
• E-MAIL: volunteer@olmstedhistory.com

MISSISSIPI

Mississippi Arts Commission

MISSOURI

Missouri Arts Council

MONTANA

Montana Arts Council

BILLINGS CURATION CENTER, MONTANA

"The BCC offers numerous opportunities for Curation Assistants and Volunteers in Museum Collections Management and Northern Plains Archaeology." They frequently post intern positions, esp. for the summer. Please check the Web site for more information, or contact:

• David K. Wade
• Billings Curation Center
• Bureau of Land Management
• 5001 Southgate
• Billings, Montana 59101
• QUESTIONS: (406)896-5213

GARNET GHOST TOWN

Missoula. They frequently offer volunteer opportunities and the occasional internship. Please check the Web site.