AAMD Undergraduate Internship in Modern and Contemporary Art at MFAH
AAMD Undergraduate Internship in Modern and Contemporary Art at MFAH
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MFAH Modern & Contemporary Department Undergraduate Internship
Internship Title: Undergraduate Intern Modern & Contemporary Department
Academic Level: College undergraduate
Supervisors: Alison de Lima Greene Isabel Brown Wilson Curator Department of Modern and Contemporary Art
Department: Curatorial
Dates of Internship: Summer Schedule: June 2 August 22 2025
Deadline for applications: April 25 2025
Position Overview:
The Undergraduate Internship with the Modern & Contemporary Department at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston offers a unique opportunity for college students to gain firsthand professional experience with a curatorial team. Over the summer of 2025 this internship will contribute to an indepth review of the Museums permanent collection in preparation for upcoming installations in the Kinder Building galleries and selected projects elsewhere on the larger campus.
The internship will focus on the role of a permanent collection as a community resource emphasizing best scholarly practices and objectbased learning. Participants will gain exposure to research methodologies public engagement and the evolving field of art history which increasingly includes diverse fields of study and perspectives.
As part of this learning experience interns will participate in the departments daily activities such as responding to requests from visiting scholars and the public updating information on the collection website and interfacing with other museum departments and with the larger internship cohort. Included will be opportunities to undertake field trips to notable art galleries artists studios and alternative spaces offering a broader view of Houstons dynamic art scene.
This paid internship is generously supported by the Association of Art Museum Directors (AAMD) encouraging undergraduate students to pursue a career in art museums. The AAMD believes that adding a myriad of voices to the field helps to foster excellence in art museums. While the internship program encourages students who are part of groups underrepresented in art museums to apply which may include groups such as socioeconomic status cultural background physical or other disability and/or life experiences that add diverse perspectives eligible candidates from all backgrounds can apply for consideration and will be evaluated equally.
Skills Knowledge and Abilities:
- Strong research and writing skills.
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Dependable and punctual.
Education and Eligibility:
This internship is open to undergraduate students who have completed at least two years of college with a focus on art history or a related subject or those who have recently completed (within one year) their undergraduate degree.
Anticipated Schedule:
The internship will comprise 420 hours of work 35 hours per week for 12 weeks) running from June 2 to August 22 2025. Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (with an hourlong lunch).
This position requires onsite attendance and cannot be undertaken remotely.
Fellowship Stipend:
$18/Hour $7560
Application Requirements:
To apply please submit the following materials:
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV): Highlighting relevant experience education and skills.
- Cover Letter: Explaining your interest in the Modern & Contemporary Department internship and how it aligns with your academic and professional goals.
- Writing Sample: Approximately 1000 words demonstrating research and analytical skills.
- College transcript
- References: Contact information for two academic or professional references.
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Full-Time
