Internship
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Title:

Education Intern

Accountable to: Educator
Major Objectives: Is responsible for assisting in developing educational programs for the temporary exhibitions at Pfac along with other in-house and outreach educational services.
Education: High school degree, with at least two years of undergraduate college education.

Qualifications:

  • General knowledge of art history and basic office procedures.
  • Computer skills, preferably to include Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
  • An interest in art, art education and/or museum work.

Responsibilities:

  • To assist the Educator in developing educational programs for general public, i.e. tours, docent training, teacher re-certification, Community and Activity Days.
  • To work on special research projects as directed by the Educator.
  • To assist with the updating and ongoing enhancement of a special “hands-on” gallery for children and their parents.
  • To assist with program evaluation of educational offerings.
  • To assist with outreach and in-house art education activities, i.e. classes at the Extend Center, exhibition-related activities with school groups after tours.
  • To assist Facilities Operations Manager with installing and dismantling exhibitions as needed (generally every 2 months).

All applicants interested in an internship must submit:

1. Cover letter, expressing their area of interest
2. Resume with two references
3. Two letters of recommendation (academic)
4. Writing Samples (if necessary for department)

For more information, please contact:

Volunteer Coordinator
Tel: (757) 596-8175 ext. 204
Fax: (757) 596-0807
Email: volunteer@pfac-va.org

 
 
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