The Jewish Museum's Seasonal Internship Program provides an opportunity to participate in the day-to-day operations of one of New York City's leading museums of art and culture. The Jewish Museum offers fall, spring, and summer internships for undergraduate and graduate students, and beginning professionals. Internships are unpaid and are available in a wide range of museum departments including curatorial affairs, collections and exhibitions, membership, marketing and communications, and development. Our internship program is highly competitive and only a few interns are chosen each year. Acceptance into the internship program is based upon academic achievements, interests, experience, related skills, motivation, and availability. Time commitments are flexible and can range from as little as fourteen hours to thirty-five hours per week depending on availability and the department's needs. The Jewish Museum encourages diversity and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

DEPARTMENT: Curatorial Affairs

FLSA STATUS: Unpaid Position

SUPERVISOR: Senior Curator

SCHEDULE: 3-4 days per week

POSTING DATE: April 2014

INTERNSHIP TERM: Long-term Internship Beginning April 2014

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Jewish Museum is seeking an intern to assist with the preparation of a museum exhibition on Soviet photography and film from the 1920s and 1930s.  Under the supervision of the Senior Curator, the intern will assist with exhibition research and daily museum business, including drafting correspondence and assisting with other administrative duties.  This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to pursue a career in Curatorial Affairs.

The intern will receive a museum identification card that allows for free admission to other museums and various discounts.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Exhibition-Related

• Various project related to Soviet photography from the 1920s and 1930s

• Organize pictorial material

• Collect and organize catalog materials

• Perform library research

   

Administrative Support

• General administration support in conjunction with the exhibition

• Update and maintain presentation materials

• Update and maintain checklists, mailing lists, document installation lists and invitation lists

 The Jewish Museum is currently accepting applications for all 2014 Internships.  Please email the Human Resources Department and specify which internship you are applying for in the subject header of your email.

Please include:  Internship Application, Resume, Cover letter - please describe your interest in the internship you are applying for and what skills you have to offer, and Two references

REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

• Excellent organizational and clerical skills

• Experience with library research

• Strong attention to detail

• Applicants who possess a Bachelors or Master’s degree in Art History or Museum Studies preferred