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This position will provide research, logistics and production support for the Harnett Museum ... Preference given to students studying or familiar with art history and visual arts. Pay grade: SP ...

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SE Curatorial Intern

Richmond, VA • On-site

University of Richmond
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 1 - 5K employees

$14.25/hr

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Posted 23 days ago


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Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

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Curatorial Intern

Reporting to the Deputy Director and Curator, the Curatorial Intern will provide support for contemporary art and special exhibitions projects. Work will focus on research and curatorial assistance for upcoming exhibitions and office duties as needed.

This position will provide research, logistics and production support for the Harnett Museum's upcoming exhibitions. Intern will gather research, coordinate checklists, proofread, and provide general administrative assistance for exhibition planning. Intern will have the opportunity to draft exhibition texts and meet artists.

Specific duties include:

  • Conduct artist, collection, and exhibition related research.
  • Maintain exhibition checklists.
  • Proofread and fact-check exhibition information.
  • Liaise with multiple museum departments.
  • Assist with exhibition didactics.
  • Other administrative duties as needed.

Qualifications include:

  • Excellent writing, research, editing and communication skills.
  • Close attention to detail.
  • High degree of organization.
  • Independent worker.
  • Preference given to students studying or familiar with art history and visual arts.

Pay grade: SP Student 4, starting pay $14.25


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The University of Richmond is a private university located just a short drive from downtown Richmond, Virginia. Through its five schools and wide array of campus programming, the University combines the best qualities of a small liberal arts college and a large university. With nearly 4,000 students, an 8:1 student-faculty ratio, and more than 90% of traditional undergraduate students living on campus, the University is remarkably student-centered, focused on preparing students "to live lives of purpose, thoughtful inquiry, and responsible leadership in a global and pluralistic society."

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