Job, Internship & Volunteer Opportunities
We currently have various internships available, please scroll down to see them in their entirety.The Queens Museum of Art is dedicated to presenting the highest quality visual arts and educational programming for people in the New York metropolitan area, and particularly for the residents of Queens, a uniquely diverse ethnic, cultural and international community. The Museum fulfills its mission by designing and providing art exhibitions and educational experiences that promote the appreciation and enjoyment of art, support the creative efforts of artists, and enhance the quality of life through interpreting, collecting, and exhibiting art, architecture, and design. The Queens Museum of Art presents exhibitions and educational programs that directly relate to the contemporary urban life of its constituents while maintaining the highest standards of professional, intellectual, and ethical responsibility.
IMMIGRANT MOVEMENT INTERNATIONAL: Research and Event Production Intern
Position available for intern to conduct research on grassroots immigrant organizations around the world and the scholars and politicians who work with them. The leaders identified will be invited to a small-scale, high-level gathering in New York in October or November 2011. The intern will also assist in the coordination and production of this event. An ideal candidate should have some familiarity with international immigration law and immigrant rights and some experience in event organization. For the right candidate, this is an opportunity to work with nationally and internationally prominent activists and scholars and help shape a conversation around how immigrants and immigration are defined today and in the future. This event is part of Immigrant Movement International (IM), an itinerant 5-year project initiated by well-known political artist Tania Bruguera. In 2011, IM is based in Corona, Queens, and receives support from the Queens Museum of Art and CreativeTime.
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To apply, send cover letter and resume to people@immigrant-movement.us by August 11
Education Intern
The Intern will collaborate with the Museum’s Coordinator of School, Youth and Family Programs to create and implement the QMA Big Time Summer Art Thing, the museum’s art camp.
The camp is a series of two-week art day-camp sessions for children ages 7-11. Camp kids work on solo and group projects that let their creativity flow, from the roots of traditional art practice to themes found in contemporary art today. Extracurricular activities make frequent use of Flushing Meadows Corona Park, as well as the nearby Queens Zoo and Queens Botanical Gardens.
The Intern will work with teaching artists and museum educators as well as teens from the museum’s Queens Teens program. S/he will work with children in a dynamic environment, developing teaching and curriculum planning skills, and get a rich look at how an art museum and its Educaiton Department function.
Interested candidates who meet all eligibility requirements should submit all three parts of their applications by email to the contact below.
Qualifications:
The Intern should have a strong interest in working with children, and a knowledge of the arts. They must display a professional demeanor while working with both adults and children, and be flexible problem solvers. They must be self-motivated and responsible. Experience working in a cultural institution and/or summer camp is preferred.
How to Apply:
Contact: Tim Miller, Coordinator, School, Youth and Family Programs
E-mail: tim@queensmuseum.org
Museum Shop/ Digital Management Intern
The Queens Museum of Art is looking for an intern to assist the museum with its Made in Queens open call for works made by Queens-based artisans and the launch of its new online museum shop.
Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:
Field and direct open call submissions.
Research new designers to include in shop.
Research collaborations for the open call and gift shop.
Schedule meetings with possible Made in Queens artists.
Assist in constructing museum shop on the web.
Assist in maintenance of online shop once it is launched.
Assist in creating promotions.
Keep track/update inventory.
Recommended skills and experience:
Familiarity with programs such as WordPress and Adobe Photoshop a must.
Familiarity with Facebook, Flickr and Twitter and other social media platforms.
Interest in arts administration, marketing or merchandising.
Strong editing and communication skills.
Well organized with attention to detail.
Ability to work both as a team and independently.
Exact responsibilities may be tailored to intern’s area of interest, level of education, and abilities.
Schedule: Flexible hours, minimum 2 days per week for the duration of a semester. Please indicate the days and hours you are available to work. This is an unpaid internship. Can be taken for credit where applicable.
If interested in this opportunity, please email a cover letter and resume to Lisa Edmondson, ledmondson@queensmuseum.org
Development Department Intern
The Queens Museum of Art is seeking an administrative intern to assist development and online communications efforts, including promoting museum programs, fundraising and social media initiatives, as well as administrative activities and special projects.
Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:
Prospect research.
Maintenance of donor data base.
Assist in planning and execution of special events, such as board cultivation
and the next Annual Gala.
Assist in fundraising initiatives, such as Adopt-A-Building (on the famed Panorama of the City of New York).
Light filing and administrative organization.
Museum website and social media updates.
Special projects as assigned.
Recommended skills and experience:
Interest in development and arts administration necessary.
Strong editing and communications skills.
Well organized with attention to detail.
Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge, WordPress, Adobe Photoshop, Facebook, Flickr, Twitter and other social media platforms.
Ability to work with limited supervision.
Exact responsibilities may be tailored to intern’s area of interest, level of education, and abilities.
Schedule: Flexible hours, minimum 2 days per week for the duration of a semester. Please indicate the days and hours you are available to work. This is an unpaid internship. Can be taken for credit where applicable.
If interested in this opportunity, please email a cover letter and resume to Lisa Edmondson, ledmondson@queensmuseum.org
Public Relations & Marketing Intern
The Queens Museum of Art is an institution on the rise. In the midst of an exciting expansion that will double the size of the museum and usher in a new phase in its history, the 38-year-old QMA serves the ever-changing, and uniquely ethnically diverse communities of Queens, and the art world in general. But our energetic staff needs your help.
The primary responsibility of the PR and Marketing Intern will be to assist in the publicity and marketing efforts for exhibitions, public events, education initiatives and general QMA news. From media research and outreach to creating press materials and overseeing their distribution, as an intern you will learn how the department functions within a non-for-profit arts organization, and how press stories are handled from the idea stage to publication. Another key component will be working with digital media and the museum’s own online face – web site, Twitter, Facebook and Flickr. You will work closely with the Director of External Affairs and Manager of Online Projects and will leave the museum with an understanding not only of the PR and Marketing field, but also insight into the mechanics of an art institution.
Responsibilities:
Assist Director of External Affairs in daily office functions including drafting press materials, conducting media outreach, mailings, copying, and minimal filing.
Research and identify new contacts at local community organizations.
Maintain press database.
Maintain press clippings and learn how to archive new press items.
Assist Manager of Online Projects with online outreach through social media and traditional web outlets.
Skills / Learning
Pleasant personality and disposition
Familiarity with Facebook, Flickr, Twitter and other social media platforms.
Strong communications skills, both oral and written
Familiar with Photoshop and handling of images for print and web.
If interested in this opportunity, please email a cover letter and resume to Lisa Edmondson, ledmondson@queensmuseum.org
ArtAccess Interns:
Seeking an Intern to create Multi-sensory Tours of Our Exhibitions:
Seeking 5 Community Outreach Interns for our Autism Initiative this fall semester:
About ArtAccess
ArtAccess is a unique program of the Queens Museum of Art designed specifically for visitors with special needs. Launched in 1983 at the Queens Museum of Art as Please Touch to provide art education for the visually impaired, ArtAccess has since grown into a nationally reproduced model program designed to allow audiences with diverse abilities to enjoy a personal connection to works of art. Exposure to the arts plays an essential role in the lives of all people by promoting self-expression and communication. ArtAccess reaffirms the Museum’s commitment to making its services accessible to all visitors, including those with varying physical, emotional and cognitive abilities.
QMA’s ongoing commitment to working with children and adults with varying abilities was recognized in 2008 when the ArtAccess program received the Mayor’s Award to commemorate the 18-year anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This prestigious award is bestowed on individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to increasing accessibility for people with disabilities.
In 2009, ArtAccess received 2 National Awards for Excellence from VSA Arts. VSA arts works with a network of affiliate organizations across the country, that coordinate comprehensive programming in their respective states, working to increase educational opportunities and access to the arts for people with disabilities. Each year, VSA arts and its affiliates recognize the organizations and individuals who help make their work possible. The Queens Museum was awarded with the Outstanding Community Partner Award and Excellence in Leadership Award (ArtAccess Coordinator, Donnielle Rome).
Most ArtAccess programs draw inspiration from the Museum’s permanent exhibitions – The Panorama of the City of New York and The Neustadt Collection of Tiffany Glass – as well as changing modern and contemporary art exhibitions, allowing teachers and program coordinators the flexibility to design an experience based on the needs of the students or clients.
New New Yorkers Program Interns:
The New New Yorkers Program is seeking bilingual interns for all aspects of their operations.
Some tasks include:
- Design marketing materials for print and web media
- Community outreach
- Help with design and installation of small exhibitions
- General administrative duties as they relate to an art museum
- Assist with educational programs
Interns will gain meaningful experience in all of these areas as they pertain to our audience: Adult Immigrants. Candidates must be bilingual and enthusiastic about art/education/community. All languages welcome. Graphic Design/Art/IT majors are most welcome!
Please contact Jose E. Rodriguez by email or at (718) 592-9700 x 135.
Seeking an Intern to create Multi-sensory Tours of Our Exhibitions:
What is a Multi-Sensory Tour?
A multi-sensory tour works to engage visitors on multiple levels encouraging them to use all or some of their senses when exploring the exhibits. These tours will be self-guided and will engage visitors in the artwork through various materials and prompts. Multi-Sensory Tours should be “kid friendly” and should incorporate textures, materials or elements from the artist’s inspirations. Multi-sensory tours are meant to be touched. Items can be ready-made or created specifically for the tour. Multi-sensory tours can be checked out at visitor services or taken to off-site community locations (i.e. hospital schools).
The criteria for this internship are as follows:
• Students should be enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters Program preferred but not limited to concentrations in Fine Arts, Set Design, Toy Making or Special Effects.
• The candidates for internships must have hands on experience in creating props or 3-dimensional objects in various materials.
• A successful intern will be self-motivated to extract information about our collections and exhibitions form our curatorial department.
• Some required reading about museum access for people with special needs will be provided, as well as training.
• The internship position will require a minimum availability two days per week: 4 hours per day for an 8 hours a week internship (must be available Friday afternoons for supervision). Other scheduling needs can be discussed.
• Candidates should be interested in creating interactive experiences for our visitors and off-site community locations. Approved materials will be supplied by the museum.
• Intern will be required to document the process.
• Must be resourceful and work independently.
How to Apply:
Send a resume and cover letter to access@queensmuseum.org. The cover letter should include your weekly availability (days & times available to serve in the internship), please send a maximum of 3 photos of your favorite 3-dimensional pieces as an attachment.
Interviews:
Interviews for this internship will take place in early to mid September, deadlines for the fall semester candidates is September 20, 2010. We will consider Internships for the full school year. We can increase internship hours is needed for your course.
Seeking 5 Community Outreach Interns for our Autism Initiative this fall semester:
The Queens Museum of Art and Queens Library are embarking on a multi-year partnership that will engage families with children who have an Autism Spectrum Disorder. The therapeutic art programs created for these families will be bilingual, and take place at several Queens Library branches. Some of these programs will be bilingual, to better serve the diverse community of Queens.
We are seeking to form a Community Outreach Team, representative of the languages spoken in the diverse borough of Queens. This team would assisting in networking activities and dissemination of communication related to our grant funded Autism Initiatives at the Queens Museums of Art ‘s ArtAccess program.
The criteria for these interns are as follows:
• Completely Bilingual in English and one of the following languages: Bengali, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Farsi
• Students should be enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters Program preferred but not limited to concentrations in Business, Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, Community Organization, Advocacy, Non-for-profit Management or Arts Administration.
• The candidates for internships must have excellent phone and people skills.
• Candidate must have excellent written skills in English and the second language.
• A successful intern will be self-motivated to disseminate information about our programming to the diverse community of Queens.
• The internship position will require a minimum availability two days per week: 4 hours per day for an 8 hours a week internship (must be available Fridays from 10am-2pm). Other scheduling needs can be discussed.
• Candidates should be interested in online social networking, emailing, basic internet skills and willing to create content for distribution.
• Students will be working as representatives for their language proficiency and must be able to collaborate with a group of interns with similar goals.
• Professionalism in all areas: image, communication and representation is required.
Intern Responsibilities:
• Networking to the Queens community in order to identify organizations where we can find disseminate information about our programs in various languages spoken in Queens for families affected by Autism.
• Locate resources (i.e. internet, books, facilities, etc ) which can be used as an ongoing resource for families affected by Autism.
• Return messages from candidates interested in the program or inquiring for information. Working with Educators to make reservations for programs.
• Prepared to spend one of the two internship days out in the community: such as attending events, visiting schools, and other organizations which serve the target community.
• Will be responsible for disseminating information, explaining programming, making contacts, speaking at public events, etc. This information will be organized for exchange.
• Some required reading about Autism will be provided, as well as training.
• Occasional blogging about these readings and other pertinent material will be expected.
• Promoting Spring Art Making Event, Autism Outreach, and Awareness.
• Promoting Queens Museum of Art as a resource for families affected by Autism and a multicultural center.
• Compile content for weekly Newsletter with Outreach Team.
How to Apply:
Send a resume and cover letter to access@queensmuseum.org. The cover letter should include your weekly availability (days & times available to serve in the internship), as well as a short opinion (a paragraph) in response to the following question: “How can a partnership between a museum and a library support the needs of families affected by autism?”
Interviews:
Interviews for this internship will take place in early to mid September, deadlines for the fall semester candidates is September 20, 2010. We will consider Internships for the full school year. We can increase internship hours is needed for your course.