Job Location: Auburn, NY
Job Title: Paid Collections Internship
Institution: Cayuga Museum of History and Art
About the Institution: The Cayuga Museum of History and Art, which includes the Case Research Laboratory Historic Site and Carriage House Theater, is a multi-disciplinary Museum Campus that has been open to the public in Auburn, NY since 1936.
Job Description: We are seeking a collections intern to edit, update, and expand the PastPerfect catalog records of the museum’s painting collection. This position is funded by the Osborne Memorial Association Fund.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Proofread, edit, and standardize existing PastPerfect catalog records
- Perform additional research about individual artists and add to PastPerfect records
- Photograph objects as needed
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong attention to detail
- Interest in museum research and collections management
- Ability to work independently and in a team
Requirements:
- Student enrolled in a graduate program in Museum Studies, Art History, or related field.
- Requires moderate physical activity. Climbing stairs necessary to access collections storage. Occasional lifting of supplies and materials less than 40 pounds.
- Available 15-20 hours per week for a total of 100 hours. The schedule may be flexible within our weekday hours of 9-5pm. A portion of the internship can be remote.
This Position is: Hybrid
Position Type: Internship
Salary Range: $16 per hour, 100 hours
Salary Type: Non-Exempt
Benefits: none, temporary internship
How to Apply: https://cayugamuseum.org/opportunities/
Job Closing Date: 4/15/2024
