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Fall 2024 Museum Intern

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Walter Maxwell Gibson College of Natural Sciences

Details:

  • Category: Professional Internship Program
  • Position Type: Student Hourly
  • Posted on: February 28, 2024
  • Open until: filled
  • Work Hours: Up to 20 hours per week
  • Wage: $10/hr for undergraduate students, $12/hr for graduate students
  • Location: Cedar City, UT

Description:

*To qualify for this internship, you must already be accepted into the Professional Internship Program and must receive an eligibility letter. To be considered for this position, it is essential to complete the application process through this form: https://forms.gle/XcweL1jPy3xP7q1z9 *

Please note that candidates without the Program Eligibility Letter will not be considered for this position. You should include your Eligibility Letter in the “Other file” section of this application.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Museum Intern to join our team. As a Museum Intern, you will play a crucial role in various aspects of museum operations, including research, cataloging, exhibit development, conservation, education, and digital outreach. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the museum field and contribute to the preservation and presentation of cultural heritage.

Qualifications:

Museum Intern Responsibilities:

  • Research and catalog museum objects, including documentation and data entry into the museum's collection management database
  • Assist in the creation and curation of museum exhibits, including historical research, artifact selection, and exhibition design
  • Provide written and photographic documentation for conservation treatment, technical information for database entries, labels, and publications
  • Participate in the planning, treatment, and installation of artifacts and exhibits throughout the museum's galleries
  • Support educational programming, community outreach, and fund-raising activities
  • Collaborate with the staff to create and maintain online exhibitions and other digital platforms, utilizing skills in web design and digital outreach education
  • Assist in the development of digital interpretive tools for museum exhibitions, such as audio tours, online interactive experiences, and digital signage systems
  • Contribute to the design and production of digital content for print, web, and exhibit projects, including the use of Adobe Creative Suite, HTML, CSS, and app development
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