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Montana

Head of Exhibits

Helena, MT · On-site

Two years in museum exhibit design * One year of management and supervisory experience * Demonstrated experience in museum exhibit implementation, from concept to installation * Other combinations of ...

State of Montana

Head of Exhibits

Helena, MT · On-site

Two years in museum exhibit design * One year of management and supervisory experience * Demonstrated experience in museum exhibit implementation, from concept to installation * Other combinations of ...

State of Montana

Head of Exhibits

Helena, MT · On-site

Two years in museum exhibit design * One year of management and supervisory experience * Demonstrated experience in museum exhibit implementation, from concept to installation * Other combinations of ...

State of Montana

Head of Exhibits

Helena, MT · On-site

Two years in museum exhibit design * One year of management and supervisory experience * Demonstrated experience in museum exhibit implementation, from concept to installation * Other combinations of ...

Harvard University

Senior Exhibition Designer

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$112K - $120K/yr

This position requires advanced knowledge of museum exhibit design, visual content interpretation and communication, museum directional signage, and graphic production expertise. The position reports ...

City of Mesa

Museum Exhibitions Coordinator

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$64K - $88K/yr

Considerable (3 - 5 years) experience in museum or cultural exhibit design, fabrication, preparation, installation, or a related area (architectural modeling, industrial exhibit fabrication, or ...

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How much do museum exhibit design jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for museum exhibit design in the United States is $27.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.88 and $31.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a museum exhibit design?

A Museum Exhibit Design job involves creating engaging, educational, and visually appealing displays for museums and exhibitions. Designers work with curators, architects, and multimedia specialists to develop concepts, layouts, and interactive elements that enhance visitor experience. They consider factors like storytelling, accessibility, lighting, and materials to effectively showcase artifacts and information. This role requires a blend of artistic creativity, spatial design, and an understanding of audience engagement.

What are the daily responsibilities of a museum exhibit design professional?

As a Museum Exhibit Designer, your daily responsibilities may include developing concept sketches, creating detailed design plans, working with curators to interpret collections, and overseeing the fabrication and installation of exhibits. You might also collaborate with graphic designers, conservators, and educators to ensure exhibits are visually engaging and accessible to all visitors. In addition, you may coordinate with external vendors and manage project timelines and budgets. The role often requires balancing creative vision with practical considerations, making adaptability and effective communication essential.

What skills and qualifications are needed for museum exhibit design?

Museum Exhibit Designers need strong skills in spatial design, art history, visual storytelling, and often a degree in design or a related field. Proficiency with design software such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite is essential, and experience with lighting and multimedia systems is a plus. Excellent communication, project management, and collaboration skills help designers work effectively with curators, educators, and fabrication teams. These abilities are crucial for creating visually compelling, educational, and interactive exhibits that engage diverse audiences while meeting institutional and budgetary requirements.

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Infographic showing various Museum Exhibit Design job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,220 per year, or $28 per hour.

Exhibit Fabrication Intern

Minnesota Childrens Museum

Saint Paul, MN • On-site

$16.37/hr

Full-time, Part-time, Internship

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Minnesota Children's Museum's mission is sparking children's learning through play. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion is integral to fulfilling our mission. As a community resource for thousands of families, Minnesota Children's Museum is dedicated to providing children with a fun, hands-on and stimulating environment to explore and discover.
Minnesota Children's Museum's downtown St. Paul location has 74,000 square feet of exhibits space, in addition to being a leading producer of exhibit rentals for children's museums and having the largest collection of traveling exhibits on the road. The Exhibit Fabrication Intern will assist exhibit production staff in the fabrication and design of exhibits, installation of exhibitions, and exhibit repair and maintenance. Interns will be given the opportunity to exercise and strengthen their existing skills, to develop new skills of exhibit making, and to exercise responsibility, creativity and imagination. The internship requires hours to be completed at the museum.
PAY: $16.37 per hour plus free parking or bus pass
SCHEDULE: Requires 120 hours during the internship session (10-12 hours per week, September - December 2026). All hours are completed onsite.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The exact duties and projects will be determined by mutual agreement of the intern and museum staff.
  • Assist in fabrication of exhibit components.
  • Assist in exhibit design process.
  • Install/uninstall traveling exhibits.
  • Clean, repair and maintain museum exhibit components.
  • Assist in maintaining exhibit shop.

All duties will be carried out with the direction and supervision of Exhibit Fabrication staff.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
  • Must have working knowledge and experience with power and hand tools and the ability to use them safely. (Examples: table saw, band saw, routers, miter saw, drills, etc. Prior carpentry and machine shop experience a plus.)
  • Working knowledge of CAD and CNC machines. Services and materials like photos and illustrated images, text is a plus.
  • Basic knowledge of cleaning supplies and their safe usage.
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more on an occasional basis.

TRAINING PROVIDED
  • Exhibit component operation and maintenance
  • Some on the job training of tools/techniques as time permits

ABOUT MINNESOTA CHILDREN'S MUSEUM
Located in downtown St. Paul, MN, we employ 55 full-time and 55 part-time employees and engage a variety of volunteers and interns. The workplace values that guide how we work together are: Play, Include, Grow, Serve, and Strive.
We are dedicated to growing a diverse and culturally competent team of highly engaged staff and volunteers to reflect and equitably serve the vibrant community around us. We embrace differences in age, ability, color, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, race, religion, and sexual orientation. We strongly encourage the application of individuals from diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to: Black, Indigenous, and people of color; immigrants and refugees; LBGTQIA individuals; people with disabilities; religious minorities; and the elderly.
Minnesota Children's Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse work environment.

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