Internships

Internships in Museum Education

Interns in Museum Education work closely with the professional staff at Joslyn Art Museum and participate in the ongoing work of the Museum's Criss Center for Education. Applicants for internships in Museum Education should have a strong background in art history or studio art with an interest in art education or careers in the museum profession.

Currently accepting applications for 2008.
Click here for a printable internship application.

• Development / Membership Intern
  Assist with the membership renewal process; researching and gathering information on prospective and current donors; preparation of the business membership drive; preparation for committee meetings; clerical work such as filing, photocopying, mailings, and data entry; and special projects as assigned. Required: high school diploma and some college experience. Preferred qualifications: computer proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Power Point; desktop publishing experience; detail and service oriented. Temporary/part-time (minimum 150 hours required). This is a non-paid internship, but academic credit hours may be received for experience gained.
  
• Scott EdTech Gallery Intern
  (This position is currently filled.)
  Assist Museum visitors with educational resources, including Art Packs, computer programs, videos, and books (for sale and for browsing); help evaluate and maintain these materials; and other tasks as necessary.
  Click here for additional information about the EdTech Gallery.
• Education Intern for Studio Teaching
  Up to two internships available for spring 2008.
  Work closely with Joslyn's Studio Teaching Specialist, assisting and implementing art-making lessons designed to compliment school group tours and aid in the development of future studio programming.

To be considered, please click the link above for a printable application form and send it, along with a faculty recommendation (if applicable), resume, and cover letter, to:

Chuck Chylinski
Human Resources Manager
Joslyn Art Museum
2200 Dodge Street
Omaha, NE, 68102-1292

For details or to inquire about sending your application electronically, please e-mail Human Resources at Joslyn Art Museum or call the Human Resources Manager at (402) 661-3826.

Information on other Museum internships will be added when available. Position availability is subject to seasonal needs and also subject to close without notice when a position has been filled.

All Museum internships are non-paid. College credit may be available depending upon the requirements of the university.