This opportunity, funded by the IFPDA Foundation, recognizes the importance of early career exposure to prints and printmaking to cultivating the next generation of scholars and curators in the field of fine prints. The Department of Prints & Drawings is offering the intern/fellow the prospect of assisting the Curator of Prints & Drawings with developing themes and researching modern and contemporary prints for upcoming installations in the museum’s Nancy and Rich Kinder Building. The intern/fellow will also contribute to the interpretive materials for these object-based installations.
The intern will help research prints for inclusion in the American and European art galleries in the museum’s Audrey Jones Beck Building, both of which have recently begun integrating works on paper into their permanent displays.
The intern will conduct provenance research on objects in the Department to update entries in TMS and curatorial files.
The intern will also assist in all aspects of department operations. The Intern will participate in various stages of exhibitions planning including creating checklists, conducting research, writing and editing didactic material, participating in design and installation, and generating original content for social media. The intern will also do independent research about works on paper in the Department of Prints & Drawings; assist in maintaining the department’s object and artist files; update information on the Department’s page on the MFAH web site; and update information about works on paper that will be visible on the museum’s online catalogue.
Learning Goals and Objectives:

This internship will provide invaluable practical experience to an individual interested in a career at an art museum, including training in art historical research and writing; identifying print and drawing techniques; gaining wide knowledge across the field of print history; learning art handling and storage procedures, and becoming proficient in The Museum System (TMS), a collection management database. The intern will work in the MFAH’s Works on Paper Study Center, the only facility of its kind in the American Southwest, and will work closely with the center’s staff.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

Strong research, organization, and multitasking skills
Computer literate, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Pleasant, professional manner when interacting with staff and the public (as necessary)
Interest in or experience with works on paper preferred
Reading knowledge of a foreign language (French, German, Italian or Spanish) preferred
Education and Eligibility

Student currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program or who recently (within one year) completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Art History (strongly preferred) or a related discipline are eligible for this opportunity.
Anticipated Schedule:

This part-time internship will comprise 200 hours spread over 13 weeks, with the intern working an average of 15 hours per week. The anticipated term is Tuesday, Sept. 6, through Friday, December 2, but adjustments may be considered to fit the intern’s schedule.
On-site working hours will be determined by the intern and Dr. Woodall based on the department’s schedule and the intern’s weekly availability.

Internship/Fellowship Stipend:

The intern will be paid an hourly salary of $15, generously funded by a $3,000 stipend from the IFPDA.

Please submit the following materials to interns@mfah.org by Friday, August 19, 2022.

- Letter of interest describing your experience and professional goals as relevant to this opportunity (maximum 1000 words)
- Résumé/CV
- Writing sample (10-page limit)

When submitting application materials, please include the name of the internship or fellowship in the subject line of your email.

Notifications will be sent out on 8/26/2022. Only applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Thanks to generous funding from the IFPDA, the Blanton Museum of Art is pleased to offer a paid curatorial internship to photograph, catalogue, and research the Blanton print collection and conduct independent research for future exhibitions. Under supervision of the Associate Curator of Prints, Drawings, and European Art, the IFPDA intern will gain expertise in the identification and accurate description of prints. The IFPDA Intern will help draft exhibition labels for an upcoming print exhibition and will have the opportunity to craft and present educational programs related to the collection.

This internship will take place on-site, with flexible dates between June and August 2022. The internship can be structured as full-time or part-time, and is designed for 200 hours total with a stipend of $3000.

For a full job description and to apply, please visit the external link.

The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, is looking to hire an intern/fellow in the Prints and Drawings Department. Generously funded by the IFPDA Curatorial Intern scheme, the position will run form June 6 through August 12, 2022.

The Prints & Drawings department is offering the intern/fellow the prospect of assisting the curator with developing themes and researching modern and contemporary prints for upcoming installations in the Museum’s Nancy and Rich Kinder Building. The intern/fellow will also contribute to the interpretive materials for these object-based installations. With the aid of the curatorial assistant in the Prints & Drawings department, the intern/fellow will plan and execute four interactive tours on 18th-century and early-19thcentury American prints and printmaking techniques for middle school students attending the Bayou Bend Summer History Camp. The intern/fellow will conduct provenance research on objects in the department to update entries in The Museum System (TMS) and curatorial files. The intern/fellow will also assist in all aspects of department operations. The intern/fellow will participate in various stages of exhibition planning, including creating checklists; conducting research; writing and editing didactic material; participating in design and installation; and generating original content for social media. The intern will also conduct independent research about works on paper in the department; assist in maintaining the department’s object and artist files; update information for the department’s page on the MFAH website; and update information about works on paper that will be visible in the Museum’s online catalogue.

For more details, requirements, and how to apply, please visit external link.

The Ellsworth Kelly Studio, located in the idyllic Hudson Valley hamlet of Spencertown, New York, is seeking interns for its summer internship program. The seminal American artist Ellsworth Kelly (1923-2015) has a rich legacy and an active charitable foundation. His artwork continues to be exhibited globally and the Studio maintains the Ellsworth Kelly archive and over 10,000 original sculptures, paintings, prints and drawings. Ellsworth Kelly’s artworks are included in major museum collections around the world, including MoMA, Art Institute of Chicago, Tate Modern, SF MoMA, Philadelphia Museum of Art, and The Blanton Museum of Art, to name only a few.

Intern placements and tasks will be based on the skills and experience of the applicant. Possible intern projects relate to implementing archival storage, database entry, collection management, and creating organizational systems. Interns would work directly with studio staff on pertinent projects and will learn about Kelly’s practice and his place in the history of American art. Kelly was an avid notetaker and extremely disciplined in steering his career and studio practice – making his studio an exciting place for those interested in 20th century abstract American art.

Spencertown is in the heart of the culturally rich region nestled between the Hudson Valley and the Berkshires. The studio is a 25-minute drive from downtown Hudson, NY (where the Amtrak station is located) and a 25-minute drive from Great Barrington, MA. The Studio encourages interns to take advantage of the diverse and exciting summer activities at nearby institutions like MASS MoCA, Tang Teaching Museum, Shaker Museum, Olana, Clarke Art Institute, Tanglewood, and Jacob's Pillow. Summer is a beautiful season to be in upstate New York - especially for those who enjoy culture and the outdoors!

Preferred candidates are current or recently graduated MA/MFA students who are focused on 20th Century Art or American Abstraction. Candidates will ideally have prior experience with art handling, archival work and/or library studies. BA/BFA students are also considered, especially those with the experience and skills listed above. The daily schedule is flexible based on the availability/preferred schedule of the intern. The internship term will run from June 6 – August 26, 2022. Interns will be paid based on their prior experience and education level (stipend range is $7,000-9,000).

It is recommended that interns have a driver’s license and access to a car. The Studio will facilitate and assist with carpool and transportation when relevant/necessary. While the Studio cannot provide local housing, it can recommend where to seek summer sublets in the area.

Please email the following to interns@ekelly.org:
Cover letter (please limit to one page)
Resume (please limit to one page)
Two professional or academic references

The Norton Simon Museum offers graduate students the opportunity to work with curators and collections staff on a range of exhibition, research and object-oriented projects. This nine-month, paid internship is centered on the Museum’s outstanding art collection, and presents a valuable opportunity to gain museum experience. Please note that during the 2022-2023 academic year the internship may be conducted remotely, depending on health and safety guidelines in the city of Pasadena.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Assisting curators and registrars with temporary exhibitions and permanent collection displays
Contributing to digital projects
Conducting research on the collections*
Responding to public inquiries
Contributing to collections management and conservation projects
Writing wall labels, newsletter articles and other didactic materials

Strong research and writing skills are required; reading proficiency in a second language is preferred.

*Possible projects in the 2022-2023 academic year may include working with the archives of the The Blue Four Galka Scheyer Collection, and the Museum's collection of the 20th-century works on paper, especially those related to the Tamarind Lithography Workshop in Los Angeles.

Recognizing the importance of early career exposure to prints, the IFPDA Foundation aims to empower print curators to cultivate the next generation of scholars, curators, dealers, and specialists in the field of fine prints.

Each year, the IFPDA Foundation funds summer curatorial internships in museum print collections. Host institutions are awarded funding based on their ability to provide an intern with object-based experience in the collection under the guidance of one or more experienced print specialists. More information can be found in the guidelines on the external link.

As an established and respected organization, the DIA is an excellent place for interns to explore interests in museums and non-profits. Beyond learning about the art collections, interns are able to contribute to everything that helps the museum run smoothly. Interns will work under the guidance and supervision of a DIA professional on a specific project with established learning outcomes.

The Curatorial Intern in the Department of Prints, Drawings, and Photographs will learn about the care and research of works on paper collection at a major museum.

Duties will include:
- Assistance with research and cataloging of new acquisitions.
- Assistance with exhibition research, checklist management, and development of prints, drawings, and photography exhibitions.
- Assistance with planning enrichments and programs that support the Department of Prints, Drawings, and Photographs.

QUALIFICATIONS
Successful candidates should have a background in one of the following areas of study at an undergraduate Junior level or above or a related field at an accredited university:
- Art History
- Fine Arts

Candidates must have at least introductory art history coursework and at least two specialized courses in art history listed on their resume. Research experience and interpersonal communication skills are required. Experience with handling artwork is preferred.

Proficiency in latest version of Office 365, including SharePoint, Word, Power Point, Outlook, and Excel is required.

This internship is blended and will include on site and virtual work.

For more information and to apply please visit the external link below.

The department of Prints and Drawings at the Art Institute of Chicago is excited to invite current undergraduate students, graduate students, and/or recent graduates to apply for their McMullan Arts Leadership internship position. In this position, the intern will receive training on 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. The intern will have the opportunity to work with curators on individual research projects and in the context of the regular operation of the department study room, the Jean and Steven Goldman Study Center.

Located in the Art Institute’s Michigan Avenue building, the Jean and Steven Goldman Study Center houses the museum’s collection of works on paper. The collection includes over 60,000 prints, drawings, artist portfolios and books. Within the study center is the Glore Print Study Room which is open to the public by appointment. Visitors are allowed to request works in advance and view them in the study room under the supervision of curatorial staff. The study room also houses a library of catalogues raisonnés, exhibition catalogues and reference books.

INTERNSHIP OUTCOMES

Become familiar with objects in the Prints and Drawings collection
Develop a skillset for the safe handling and storage of works on paper
Learn to identify various printmaking and drawing techniques
Facilitate daily operations of the Prints and Drawings study room
Develop mentor relationships with field practitioners
Build peer-to-peer relationships with fellow interns

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist the study room manager in preparing the study room for visitors
Monitor the study room to ensure visitor protocols are observed
Safely move art objects to and from their home locations
Become familiar with the collection software
Assist curators on individual research projects
Support the work of Prints and Drawings staff as needed


About the McMullan Arts Leadership Internship:

The McMullan Arts Leadership Internship program is part of a museum-wide effort to provide students from diverse backgrounds, including those underrepresented in the museum field, the opportunity to gain experience, career awareness, networks, and skills that will together position them to succeed as future art museum leaders. Those selected join an intern cohort and have access to a range of programs to support their development in addition to their specific departmental placement. Mentorship is provided throughout the intern experience. Interns are also encouraged to remain connected to the museum and to other interns as part of an alumni network.

Qualifications
Undergraduate or graduate student in the Chicago metropolitan area; recent graduates (within one year of graduation) will also be considered
Major or focus in art history, studio art, museum studies, or a related field
Demonstrated interest in Prints and Drawings as a curatorial field and area of study
Enthusiasm for engaging with researchers and scholars across the field of Prints and Drawings
Eagerness to learn collection software systems
Strong organizational, writing, and interpersonal skills are highly desired

Application must include the following materials:

1- Resume

2- Cover letter that addresses the following:
Why do you want to work in this internship at the Art Institute of Chicago? What qualities do you have that you think museums need more of? Barriers to pursuing a career in the arts and museums can take many forms, and we recognize that members of underrepresented groups experience greater challenges in the museum career pathway. Discuss what challenge or challenges you face (identity-based, socioeconomic, educational, other) as you consider a career in the arts and museums, and how this internship could play a role in surmounting those obstacles.

The intern will work in the Department of Drawings and Prints, assisting with a major exhibition of Cézanne’s works on paper. The intern will participate in the research, logistics, planning, and organization of the exhibition itself, and its related programs and initiatives, under the guidance of the curatorial staff. The intern may also participate in additional essential activities of the department, including assisting staff in the following areas: collection management, acquisitions, loans, and administration. Reports to Associate Curator.

Requirements: The ideal candidate has an art history background, with a focus on art of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. A reading knowledge of French is preferred. The candidate must possess very strong research skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask and prioritize. Previous experience working in a museum or gallery setting preferred.

Eligibility: Recent graduates of bachelor’s or master’s degree programs. The Museum encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds and academic disciplines to apply. Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States for the duration of the program.

About MoMA Internships
Full-time, 7-month internships with stipends are offered for recent graduates of bachelor’s or master’s degree programs interested in pursuing a museum career. Interns will be provided focused departmental training, complemented with regular activities designed for this cohort to receive greater exposure to the museum and art fields. At this time, interns are expected to begin the program on a rotational basis between onsite and remote work. The Museum will evaluate this periodically according to internal health and safety guidelines.

Internships provide training in specific museum fields through close work with a professional staff member, familiarity with modern and contemporary art through seminars and discussions, and an educational program that exposes interns to the workings of the Museum as a whole, while considering the role of museums in the broader cultural context.

DATES OF TERM
February 8—September 3, 2021

APPLICATION DEADLINE
November 8, 2020, 11:59 PM EST

DECISION NOTIFICATION
December 18, 2020

REQUIRED COMMITMENT
Full time (Monday–Friday, 9:30 a.m–5:30 p.m.)

ELIGIBILITY
Recent graduates of bachelor’s or master’s degree programs. The Museum encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds and academic disciplines to apply. Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States for the duration of the program.

The Museum of Modern Art is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or political affiliation.

STIPEND
$19,000 stipend (gross), subject to applicable tax withholdings. Health benefits are included.

Please visit the 'External Link' below for more information and to apply.

The intern will assist with an exhibition of works by Ivorian artist Frédéric Bruly Bouabré. The intern will participate in the research, logistics, planning, and organization of the exhibition itself, and its related programs and initiatives, under the guidance of the curatorial staff. The intern may also participate in additional essential activities of the department, including assisting staff in the following areas: collection management, acquisitions, loans, and administration. The position reports to the Deputy Director, Curatorial Affairs, and Department Manager, Drawings and Prints. This internship is supported by MoMA's Friends of Education, a Museum affiliate group dedicated to supporting African American and African diaspora artists and audience development at the Museum.

Requirements: The ideal candidate has an art history background, and a focus on 20th-century African art. Reading, writing, and speaking proficiency in French is preferred. The candidate must possess very strong research skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask and prioritize. Previous experience working in a museum or gallery setting preferred.

Eligibility: Recent graduates of bachelor’s or master’s degree programs. The Museum encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds and academic disciplines to apply. International candidates are eligible to apply. The Museum encourages applications from members of historically underrepresented groups in the curatorial and museum profession, including art history students who are members of racial and/or ethnic minority groups, are differently-abled, or are from disadvantaged socioeconomic backgrounds. Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States for the duration of the program.

About MoMA Internships
Full-time, 7-month internships with stipends are offered for recent graduates of bachelor’s or master’s degree programs interested in pursuing a museum career. Interns will be provided focused departmental training, complemented with regular activities designed for this cohort to receive greater exposure to the museum and art fields. At this time, interns are expected to begin the program on a rotational basis between onsite and remote work. The Museum will evaluate this periodically according to internal health and safety guidelines.

Internships provide training in specific museum fields through close work with a professional staff member, familiarity with modern and contemporary art through seminars and discussions, and an educational program that exposes interns to the workings of the Museum as a whole, while considering the role of museums in the broader cultural context.

DATES OF TERM
February 8—September 3, 2021

APPLICATION DEADLINE
November 8, 2020, 11:59 PM EST

DECISION NOTIFICATION
December 18, 2020

REQUIRED COMMITMENT
Full time (Monday–Friday, 9:30 a.m–5:30 p.m.)

ELIGIBILITY
Recent graduates of bachelor’s or master’s degree programs. The Museum encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds and academic disciplines to apply. Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States for the duration of the program.

The Museum of Modern Art is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or political affiliation.

STIPEND
$19,000 stipend (gross), subject to applicable tax withholdings. Health benefits are included.

Please visit the 'External Link' below for more information and to apply.