Unpaid internship opportunities currently exist for students wishing to gain experience in Art History, Management and Event Production. Interns report to the Executive Director while providing support to various divisions as needed.

Post Gallery internships present Arts History and Management students with dynamic, hands-on opportunities to work with world class artists and produce bold, exciting exhibitions. Open gallery and reception times vary.

Post Gallery Interns will play a significant role in effecting tangible change in newly developing gallery practices and programming and will obtain skills in production, commission, presentation, promotion, chronicling, criticism and sale of fine art.

It is anticipated that one positive and successful outcome of this internships would be that persons involved in these initiatives from AH administration to the artists to strategic partners, et al will express interest in hiring the services of the intern because he/she has proven that he/she is up to the task.

Responsibilities

ArtSpace Herndon Post Gallery intern duties will include:

• Assist with all aspects of Post Gallery operations by engaging with patrons, tracking gallery attendance, facilitating art sales, updating and producing content for social media

• Support the development of marketing collateral that will appeal to a diverse, artistically appreciative patronage. Write articles covering exhibits, receptions, featured artists, and so on.

• Assist in the development of Calls for Art, particularly those targeting underrepresented artists and art forms

• Assist with installations of exhibitions and help prepare and coordinate opening receptions

• Produce special displays for events or exhibits (slideshows, etc.)

• Assist with volunteer recruitment, scheduling, coordination and recognition programming

• Interns may also research, develop, and implement multiple projects during their internship that are developed under the auspices of the Exhibit Manager. It is anticipated such projects will result in deliverables that directly contribute to the needs of the Post Gallery while advancing the personal and professional development of the intern

Skills and Qualifications

• A broad based knowledge of current trends in fine arts is essential

• Excellent organizational written and oral communication skills

• Ability and confidence to interact with people from all diverse background as well as visitors from foreign countries

• Salesmanship ability and commercial awareness

• Teamwork skills and the ability to assist with leading and motivating volunteers

• A creative flair with a genuine interest in and enthusiasm for art

• Physical stamina for organizing and setting up exhibitions to include lighting

• Valid Driver's License, reliable transportation, and cellphone

Outcome domains

• Critical thinking

• Reflective thinking

• Effective reasoning

• Creativity

• Global perspective

• Technological competence

• Managing career development

Apply

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to info@artsherndon.org