The Lower East Side Printshop is the largest openly accessible printmaking studio in New York City. Interns are involved in all aspects of maintaining a vibrant non-profit workshop. Programs include artist residencies, fine art publishing, classes, exhibitions, lectures, and artists’ talks. Participating artists are of all creative backgrounds and career stages, including some of today’s most acclaimed artists.



The Printshop’s internships offer opportunities to learn and hone printmaking skills, gain collaborating experience, meet exciting artists and art professionals, learn about contemporary art, get an insider’s perspective on the New York City contemporary art community, and help produce new artwork that often pushes the boundaries of traditional printmaking.



Internships are available throughout the year. Interns are expected to have some working knowledge of printmaking, or a demonstrable interest. Regular attendance and a commitment to the program are required.



Duties include:
• Assisting the master printers with new print projects
• Preparing and organizing materials for classes and other programs in the studio
• Assisting staff with presenting public exhibitions, lectures, and other special events
• Maintaining the studios and facilities
• Light administrative tasks and data entry

Internships are unpaid, but students can receive school credit or free studio time in exchange for their donated time. Free studio time equals the amount of volunteering time, and is available Monday – Friday, 10am – 6pm, Saturday and Sunday 12 noon - 6pm.

Requirements:
• Basic skills or a demonstrable interest in printmaking and contemporary art.
• Regular attendance and commitment to the program.

Hours: Spring Semester (January – May): two days per week, Monday – Friday, 10am-6pm. Consecutive days are preferred, however we are willing to work around scheduling conflicts.

Application Requirements:
• Current resume of work experience
• Letter of intent explaining why an internship at LESP is important to you and what experience you would bring to the position. Also state which weekdays you might be available to work (consecutive days are preferred).
• One letter of reference

During the internship, the intern will be deeply involved in a variety of curatorial projects, including preparing exhibitions both large and small, researching potential/new acquisitions, and creating labels and web content. They will work directly with the curators on the study and display of the Getty’s major collection of European drawings, gaining a knowledge of how to handle the sheets safely, and how to understand and catalogue them. They will assist with rotation exhibitions and major loan shows, as well as attend planning and design meetings. The Drawings Department intern will emerge with a full understanding of the range of curatorial duties and a rich variety of museum experience.

The Department of Prints and Drawings is pleased to offer two part-time, paid internship positions for the academic year. 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.


Qualifications

Upper-level undergraduate or graduate student with a major in art history or studio art. Must have completed two or more years of college-level coursework in art history and/or studio art
Must be willing and able to commit to 2 full working days per week, as scheduled, for the length of the term (September to mid-May with 4 week holiday break December 24-January 21).
Must be able to attend 2 scheduled orientation/training days
Excellent writing skills and one or more foreign languages preferred (especially French, Spanish, Italian, or German)

Intern Information

Qualified candidates will be asked to come in for an initial interview, followed by an interview with 1 or 2 curatorial staff members. For candidates who are unable to do in-person interviews, skype or phone interviews can be arranged.

Length of Program: Academic Term
Compensation: $12.00 an hour
Number of Openings: 2


How to apply ------------

Send a cover letter and resume, including expereince and course work by July 15, 2018 to:

Kate Howell
Coordinator for the Department of Prints and Drawings Intern Program
312-443-3660
chowel@artic.edu

The Museum of Modern Art is currently in the midst of a major expansion project, which is expected to be completed in mid to late 2019. The goals for the project are threefold: to increase gallery space and allow the Museum to exhibit more of its diverse collection in deeper and more interdisciplinary ways, to provide visitors with a more welcoming and comfortable experience, and to better connect the Museum to the urban fabric of midtown Manhattan. Working with the Director of the opening of the new Museum, the Modern Women’s Fund 12-month intern for the 2018–19 term assists and provides support with program development and design development through project completion and occupancy— with an emphasis on how the Museum’s new spaces will display, engage with, and focus on the work of women artists. The intern also assists with day-to-day administrative duties, including filing, data entry, maintaining calendars, and scheduling meetings; prepares PowerPoint and other materials for presentations, lectures, and special projects; and coordinates with other Museum departments and staff as needed.

Requirements

Qualified candidates possess a bachelor’s degree in museum administration, museum studies, and/or art history, master’s degree preferred. Excellent research and written and verbal communication skills. Keen attention to detail and superior organizational skills. Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel), Gmail, and facility with Internet research. Knowledge of and interest in contemporary and modern art. Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously. Must work well under pressure and possess high levels of tact and diplomacy.

The intern participates in the essential activities of the Department of Drawings and Prints, which may include assisting the staff in the following areas: collection management, acquisitions, loans, exhibition research and catalogue production, and administration. The collection of drawings and prints, numbering some 75,000 objects, is housed within the department offices, so the intern has the opportunity to work directly with art objects, after requisite conservation training. In addition, the intern will work in the department’s Study Center, which services approximately 1,000 visitors per year (including classes) and is integral to its curatorial mission. In general, the intern will be involved with various aspects of the department programs, under the guidance of the curatorial and administrative staff. This internship is named in honor of artist Louise Bourgeois, whose extensive work in printmaking comprises an archive within the Museum’s collection.

Requirements

The ideal candidate has an art history background (MA candidates preferred), and a demonstrated interest through pertinent work, internship, or volunteer opportunities. Any previous experience working in a museum or gallery setting, and specifically with works on paper, is preferred. Fluency in German or Russian is a plus, but is not required.

Purpose of position: Curatorial internship to photograph, catalogue and research the Blanton print collection and conduct independent research for future exhibitions. Intern will gain wide knowledge across the field of print history and have the opportunity to craft and present educational programs related to the collection.

Essential functions:

· Photograph a significant portion of Blanton print collection and conduct independent research to catalogue prints for future exhibitions.

· Under supervision of the Assistant Curator of Prints and Drawings, gain expertise in the identification and accurate description of prints.

Marginal/Incidental functions: Other related functions as assigned.

Required qualifications: High school graduation or GED. Experience in a museum or gallery setting. Must have expressed interest in prints and printmaking.

Preferred qualifications: Current graduate student or advanced undergraduate in art history or museum studies. Prior knowledge of print history and techniques and experience handling works on paper.

Position duration: Terminates on 8/1/2018

Hourly salary: $11.70

General notes: This is a 4 day/week position for a total of 8 weeks and will take place between June 2018 and August 2018. Maximum stipend for all work is $3,000.

The University of Texas at Austin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, citizenship status, Vietnam era or special disabled veteran’s status, or sexual orientation. Under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, disability accommodations will be provided as needed.

How to Apply / Contact ---
Blanton Museum of Art
IFPDA Summer Internship
Posting Number: 18-04-05-01-4029

Interested applicants must submit an on-line application and applicable materials through the University of Texas at Austin job website via 'External Link' below.

Blanton Museum of Art
IFPDA Summer Internship

Posting Number: 18-04-05-01-4029

Interested applicants must submit an on-line application and applicable materials through the University of Texas at Austin job website via the 'External Link' below.

Position duration: Terminates on 8/1/2018
Hourly salary: $11.70
General notes: This is a 4 day/week position for a total of 8 weeks and will take place between June 2018 and August 2018. Maximum stipend for all work is $3,000.

Summary

Purpose of position: Curatorial internship to photograph, catalogue and research the Blanton print collection and conduct independent research for future exhibitions. Intern will gain wide knowledge across the field of print history and have the opportunity to craft and present educational programs related to the collection.

Essential functions:
• Photograph a significant portion of Blanton print collection and conduct independent research to catalogue prints for future exhibitions.
• Under supervision of the Assistant Curator of Prints and Drawings, gain expertise in the identification and accurate description of prints.

Marginal/Incidental functions: Other related functions as assigned.

Required qualifications: High school graduation or GED. Experience in a museum or gallery setting. Must have expressed interest in prints and printmaking.

Preferred qualifications: Current graduate student or advanced undergraduate in art history or museum studies. Prior knowledge of print history and techniques and experience handling works on paper.

The University of Texas at Austin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, citizenship status, Vietnam era or special disabled veteran’s status, or sexual orientation. Under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, disability accommodations will be provided as needed.

Description:
Interns needed to complete a rehousing and digitization project on several hundred works-on-paper dating from the 17th century through the 21st century.

You will take the lead on a project to un-frame, assess, scan, and re-house more than 350 works-on-paper related to the history of Boston. Working with the Collections Manager and the Special Collections Librarian, you will improve both preservation and public access to these important items.

This internship would be ideal for a MLS student with an interest in archives management or a museum studies student with an interest in prints and photographs.

About the Bostonian Society:
The Bostonian Society is dedicated to explaining, studying, and preserving Boston’s uniquely important history, embodied in materials, records, and structures such as the Old State House, and in sharing an understanding of the revolutionary ideas born here.

Qualifications:
A background in archives management or museum studies
Experience handling sensitive archival material
An interest in American history and material culture
Attention to detail
The work of this position takes place at a historic site without an elevator. Incumbent should be able to carry equipment and supplies up and down stairs and able to lift 20 pounds.

How To Apply:
Please send a resume and a cover letter indicating availability to collections@bostonhistory.org by April 22nd, 2018.

Florence B. Selden Fellow
Department of Prints and Drawings, Yale University Art Gallery

This is a two-year, full-time position.

Position Focus:
Reporting to the Curators of Prints and Drawings at the Yale University Art Gallery, the Florence B. Selden Fellow will supervise the department’s active study room and act as the primary liaison between the department and faculty teaching from the collections of works on paper. The Fellow will prepare and follow through to publication the list of the department’s acquisitions in the Gallery’s annual Bulletin, conduct scholarly research to catalogue new acquisitions, answer queries about the collection, and interact with scholars, students, and the public on matters concerning the collection. The Fellow may also have the opportunity to assist with the organization of exhibitions.

This salaried position carries with it the full range of Managerial & Professional benefits. Please include the following documents with your application: cover letter describing career goals and why this position is of particular interest to you; CV; graduate transcript; an example of recent written research (maximum 2 pages); names and contact information of three references (letters not necessary).
Review of applications will begin on April 2nd.

Essential Duties:
1. Oversees class and scholar visits to the study room.
2. Works with the department to prepare acquisition lists and other related sections of the annual museum Bulletin.
3. Conducts research on new acquisitions and catalogues them in TMS (The Museum System). Builds comprehensive curatorial files on both new and prior acquisitions.
4. On occasion, gives talks and special presentations to classes and the general public. Interacts with the public, visiting scholars, and students seeking information on the collections; answers scholarly inquiries and general correspondence.
5. Participates in collections maintenance, and ensures the special care, security, and proper handling of the collection of prints and drawings.
6. Assists with exhibitions, publications, and programs organized by the department, up to and including research, liaising with internal and external colleagues, gathering images, writing labels and other material. Assists curators museum-wide in planning for rotations of works in permanent collection galleries.
7. Assists the curators and senior museum assistant with the supervision of undergraduate work study students.
8. May perform other duties as assigned.
 

Required Education and Experience:
- M.A. in Art History or related field.
- Commitment to object-based teaching with a strong interest in the graphic arts; ability to handle original works of art with care.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with the staff and the public in a knowledgeable and professional manner.
- Ability to exercise discretion and to be a team player in an active office and museum environment.
- Well-developed written communication skills.
- Ability to lift 35 pounds.

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:
Museum and/or teaching experience; familiarity with European languages.

Weekend Hours Required:
Occasional.

Evening Hours Required:
Occasional.


Applicants should apply to Yale’s STARS employment site via the 'External Link' below.

A copy of the application can be addressed directly to:
Elisabeth (Lisa) Hodermarsky
Acting Head of Department and Sutphin Family Senior Associate Curator of Prints and Drawings
Yale University Art Gallery
Mail: P.O. Box 208271
Street: 201 York Street
New Haven, CT 06520-8271
(203) 432-0628

The Art Institute of Chicago, founded in 1879, is a world-renowned art museum housing one of the largest permanent collections in the United States. An encyclopedic museum, the Art Institute collects, preserves, and interprets works in every medium from all cultures and historical periods. With a collection of approximately 300,000 art works and artifacts, the museum has particularly strong holdings in Impressionist and Post-Impressionist painting, contemporary art, early 20th century European painting and sculpture, Japanese prints, and photography. The museum’s 2009 addition, the Modern Wing, features the latest in green museum technology and 264,000 square feet dedicated to modern and contemporary art, photography, architecture and design, and new museum education facilities. In addition to displaying its permanent collection, the Art Institute mounts more than 30 special exhibitions per year and features lectures, gallery tours, and special performances on a daily basis


Position Summary -------
The Department of Prints and Drawings is pleased to offer a paid internship position for Summer 2018. Every intern receives trainng 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 ahve the opportunity to work closely with curators and conservators both on individual research projects and in teh context of the regular operation of the study room.


Qualifications

Upper-level undergraduate or graduate student with a major in art history or studio art. Must have completed two or more years of college-level coursework in art history and/or studio art.
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)

Intern Information

Must be willing and able to commit to 4 full working days per week for the length of the summer term (approx. 10 weeks). Pay rate is hourly at $12/hour. Must be able to attend 2 scheduled orientation/training days.

How to Apply:
Please apply online AND send a cover letter and resume, including relevant work experience and course work by March 31, 2018 to:

Kate Howell
Coordinator for the Department of Prints and Drawings Intern Program
312-443-3660
chowel@aric.edu