This internship is shared between the curator of ancient collections and the research curator of ancient American collections. The goal of the internship is to become familiar with the role of a curator specialized in ancient material culture (archaeological material) and the responsibilities specifically associated with antiquities and object-based collections. Interns gain museum experience and a broader knowledge of how scholarly knowledge and research skills can be applied outside academia.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct research for small, collection-based exhibitions or thematic installations.
• Assist with provenance research for ancient objects already in the Museum’s collection.
• Assess archival materials and other resources related collection research.
• Assist with review of publication manuscripts and other writings.
• Observe installation of rotating galleries associated with ancient collections (if applicable).
• Attend curatorial meetings and ongoing project team meetings.
• Work on additional curatorial projects as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be available 10–15 hours per week, primarily on site with some remote work possible.
• Applicants must be juniors, seniors, or graduate students with a major related to archaeology, ancient studies, classical studies, or anthropology, with an interest in the ancient Mediterranean and/or the ancient Americas. Other specialties may be considered based on skills and experience, notably ancient Near East and ancient Central/East Asia.
• Excellent research and writing skills; critical thinking is essential.
• Willingness to work outside of area of expertise/study and conduct cross-cultural research.
• Ability to work independently as well as on a team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Dependent upon academic background, interests, and talents of the intern. Will include some or all of the following:

• Research and write on objects in the Museum’s collection and on potential acquisitions.
• Research and provide other substantive assistance related to planning special exhibitions and collection installations.
• Help with exhibition development for smaller, collection-based exhibitions.
• Assist with additional research and writing needs as requested.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be available to work 10–20 hours per week (flexible schedule).
• Applicants must be juniors, seniors, or graduate students with a major in one of the following art specialties: 1) art history, with an interest in 20th-century and contemporary art; knowledge of post-2000 global arts desirable, or 2) museum studies, with an interest in curatorial projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Learn about museum procedures, from ideation to execution, in outreach and event planning.
• Attend weekly meetings to discuss museum programming, brainstorm ideas, and check in with other interdepartmental managers.
• Create their own research project related to outreach or college programs in museums.
• Assist during college events to facilitate event setup, transitions, and cleanup.
• Participate in internship cohorts and learn from other museum departments about their operations.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to work 10–15 hours weekly (flexible schedule on site) and be able to work a few weekends or after hours (after 5pm) for events.
• Applicants should be current college or university students interested in event planning, audience engagement, outreach, museum studies, arts programming, arts entrepreneurship, or art history.
• Experience with event planning and research skills.
• Good written and oral communication skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with NCMA summer camps.
• Collaborate with camp assistants, instructors, volunteers, and NCMA education staff to assist with lessons and games to promote camper engagement.
• Assist managing campers (ages 6–12) throughout the day (inside the Museum as well as outdoors) and provide support for instructors with preparation and organization of materials.

REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience working with children and a background in art or outdoor recreation is preferred.

In this internship students work with the manager of interpretation within the Education Department. The goal of this internship is to provide a future museum professional with a well-rounded, cross-departmental internship. The intern works on summer projects related to exhibitions and accessible programming. There is an emphasis on evaluation and working to make the museum experience better for everyone. Interest in general museum studies or the museum field is a bonus. If desired, this intern could meet with and shadow larger organizations such as the North Carolina Museum Council or the Southeastern Museum Council. This internship is hybrid, with occasional work on site and with the public.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work on evaluation and documents related to accessible programming.
• Help coordinate accessible programming.
• Brainstorm and write education/interpretation materials for exhibitions and collection galleries (e.g., self-guided tours, exhibition guides, digital interactives).
• Assist with digital analytics and data for gallery interactives and the NCMA Park app.
• Attend/shadow meetings as they pertain to the intern’s interests.
• Work on other programs, meetings, and tasks as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be available 10–15 hours per week.
• Applicant should be pursuing a degree in art education, arts management, museum studies, art history, or a related field.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Strong writing skills using clear, concise language.
• Strong active listening skills.
• Ability to creatively problem solve.

The goal of this internship is to provide learning and mentorship opportunities for college students across North Carolina pursuing degrees in studio art, arts management, or arts education. Students who are interested in working with NCMA staff to support local artists in rural communities statewide will benefit from guiding and teaching local youth in a classroom or group studio setting. AIM seeks to give college students an opportunity to work alongside local artists and explore their own interests in art making with middle school students. In addition to developing leadership and instructional skills, the intern in this position will assume a mentorship role by sharing their college experiences to inspire the sense that a career in art is a possible path for young people.

TIME COMMITMENT
This is a 10-week part-time position that pays $15/hour for approximately 15 hours per week on site at the NCMA in Raleigh.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop lesson plans for AIM artists that connect to objects in the NCMA’s collection.
• Review existing lesson plans from NCMA Learn and NCMA to Go Kits and work to adapt them for future use with middle school students.
• Prototype and test lesson plans with programs team.
• Travel as needed, recording all program mileage.
• Maintain active communication with NCMA staff and any assigned teaching artists to understand timelines and program goals.
• Meet with artists involved in the program via Zoom or in person to brainstorm at least one new lesson plan for future implementation.
• Express cultural sensitivity and appreciation for diverse youth of rural communities.
• Engage in appropriate and meaningful conversation and mentorship with participating youth to encourage and educate.

REQUIREMENTS

• Applicant should currently be pursuing degree in studio art, art education, arts management, or related field in AFA, BA, BFA, MA, or MFA program.
• Display strong interest in working with and educating middle school–aged youth to inspire creativity and innovative problem-solving.
• Possess attitude of empathy, inclusion, and understanding.
• Be responsible, with ability to remain flexible and dedicated to program.
• Have experience with or is seeking to develop lesson-planning and teaching techniques in a classroom studio setting.
• Undergo background check before working with youth.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Are you interested in finding out what happens behind the scenes at the NCMA? The Registration Department has principal oversight of the Museum’s collection and provides crucial back-of-house support for a dynamic exhibition schedule. Dependent upon academic background, interests, and talents of the intern, responsibilities may include some or all of the following:

• Be a part of exhibitions team during installation/deinstallation periods in galleries.
• Assist with processing of forms related to loans and exhibitions such as receipts, loan agreements, and condition report forms.
• Assist with annual inventory of the NCMA collection including updating collections database locations.
• Continue indexing of files related to previous bequests to the NCMA. Help with reorganizing and rehousing file contents.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be available to work 10–15 hours per week (flexible schedule).
• Applicants should be undergraduate or graduate students with a background in art history, history, museum studies, or library science. Familiarity with Excel, good written and verbal communication skills, and attention to detail are a plus.

This internship offers an opportunity to assist in the development, coordination, and execution of community art workshops and programming at the NCMA. The intern works closely with the studio programming manager to develop programming that connects audiences of all ages with the Museum’s collection, exhibitions, and public spaces. This internship is ideal for students passionate about arts education, event planning, and community engagement.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and facilitating studio art workshops and programs.
• Collaborate on workshop prompts and assist in developing lesson plans that explore connections between the Museum Park, exhibitions, and artmaking.
• Research and prepare supplies, tools, and materials needed for workshops.
• Support with workshop logistics, including setup, participant engagement, and documentation (photos, participant feedback, etc.).
• Help curate and organize artwork for pop-up exhibitions, coordinating the installation and transport from the NCMA to the NCMA Winston-Salem.
• Assist with data tracking, participant surveys, and workshop evaluations to inform future programming.
• Attend relevant planning meetings with educators, artists, and other NCMA staff, gaining exposure to broader museum operations.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be available 10–15 hours per week, including some evening or weekend hours during workshops.

• Applicants should currently be pursuing a degree in art education, arts management, museum studies, community outreach, studio art, or a related field.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Creativity and enthusiasm for engaging diverse audiences in artmaking and community-building.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting.