McDermott Intern for Contemporary Art

Dallas Museum of Art

Feb 12

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Starts on Sep 02
Off-cycle Internship
Creative Arts & Fashion
Dallas

Requirements

Completion of an undergraduate degree in art history or related field prior to the start of the internship
Fluency in Japanese, Portuguese, or Spanish highly desired
Knowledge and interest in Asian, Latin American, and/or U.S. Postwar and Contemporary art history
Key Qualifications:
Demonstrated research and writing skills
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

Responsibilities

Support ongoing research and documentation of the Dallas Museum of Art’s collection of Contemporary art
Support initial planning stages of the future permanent collection gallery installation for the new building project
Conduct primary and secondary source research utilizing a multitude of resources, including object files and the Museum's Mayer Library
Support the implementation and development of upcoming exhibitions of Contemporary art
Draft didactic texts which may be used in the galleries and/or online
Attend regular one-on-one, departmental, and interdepartmental team meetings as needed
Support other curatorial tasks under the supervision of the curator as needed
Internship Goals:
Learn art historical object-based research skills, including the use of TMS collections management software
Gain experience working as part of a team and under a deadline
Gain experience with writing in a museum context, including exhibition didactic texts, labels, and/or acquisition proposals
Build familiarity with the Dallas arts community through visits to galleries, area museums, local fairs, and artist studios
Understand the museum exhibitions process
Ascertain professional goals and interests through the support of mentorship
Develop professional communication and interpersonal skills through collaboration with Museum colleagues
Understand the roles and functions of different staff within the Museum as well as the relationship between the departments and how they all function together to comprise the organization

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Mission & Purpose

Located in the vibrant Arts District of downtown Dallas, Texas, the Dallas Museum of Art (DMA) ranks among the leading art institutions in the country and is distinguished by its innovative exhibitions and groundbreaking educational programs. At the heart of the Museum and its programs are its comprehensive collections, which encompass more than 24,000 works and span 5,000 years of history, representing a full range of world cultures. The DMA's collections are distinguished in many areas: its contemporary collection is one of the top ten most important of any comprehensive museum in the U.S., and its collection of art from the Americas is world renowned as are its holdings of Decorative Arts, African art, and Indonesian art. Established in 1903, the Museum today welcomes more than 800,000 visitors annually and acts as a catalyst for community creativity, engaging people of all ages and backgrounds with a diverse spectrum of programming, from exhibitions and lectures to concerts, literary readings, and dramatic and dance presentations. The Dallas Museum of Art is supported in part by the generosity of Museum members and donors and by the citizens of Dallas through the City of Dallas/Office of Cultural Affairs and the Texas Commission on the Arts. Mission Statement: The Dallas Museum of Art is a space of wonder and discovery where art comes alive. The DMA will: Place art and our diverse communities at the center around which all activities radiate. Pursue excellence in collecting and programming, present works of art across cultures and time, and be a driving force in contemporary art. Strengthen our position as a prominent, innovative institution, expanding the meaning and possibilities of learning and creativity.