Collections Management Intern
The Binghamton University Art Museum seeks a Collections Management - Collection Database Intern (2 credit hours; 4-5 hours/week + course time) who will work with the Museum’s Registrar on our collection database to add, revise, and otherwise strengthen our EMBark database and our presence on ArtStor, JStor, and Web Kiosk. In addition, the intern will train in art handling to assist the Registrar with additional collections management projects.
Supervisor: Silvia Ivanova
Students can expect to gain experience with careers in museums during this opportunity. This position will participate in the CDCI program, meeting weekly with other Museum interns, discussing their work, careers and professionalization in the museum field, and contemporary topics in museums.
Internship credit may be available within a student’s major department. Students should consult with their advisor about suitability of CDCI versus departmental credit for this internship.
Requirements: A cover letter detailing relevant experience and skill sets related to the internship, as well as information on how this internship will help the student advance their career goals. A copy of a recent resume with contact information for two references.
Additional information: This opportunity requires CDCI academic credit, unless you are taking internship credit through another department. This course does NOT fulfill a General Education attribute. The weekly class will be held on Mondays, 3:30-4:30 pm, and is required in conjunction with the 5 hours/week commitment.