Curatorial Internship

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Published on 20 December 2023

Overview

Desert X offers an excellent opportunity for college students or recent graduates interested in museum operations, seeking academic credit, or aspiring to a museum career. The position available is for a Curatorial Intern in Palm Springs, CA. This part-time, paid internship starts on February 1, 2024, offering $16/hr.

Position Details

Job Title: Curatorial Intern
Location: Palm Springs, CA
Type: Part-time Internship
Compensation: $16/hr
Start Date: February 1, 2024

Position Overview

Desert X seeks a motivated art history or arts administration graduate student or upper-level undergraduate. The intern will support the curatorial team in planning the Desert X 2025 international art biennial. This role is ideal for those with interests in contemporary art and curatorial practices.

Responsibilities

The intern will:

Conduct research on contemporary artists and themes.
Collaborate in finding and securing new sites for 2025.
Document and organize artworks, artist profiles, and exhibition materials.
Plan and coordinate artist site visits.
Schedule meetings with artists, galleries, and stakeholders.
Coordinate production schedules, budgets, logistics, permits, and artist agreements.
Support during artwork installation and deinstallation.
Coordinate and edit text and media for printed materials.
Support the team and artists during the opening week.
Assist in parallel and educational program planning and execution.
Coordinate travel and accommodation for curators and artists.
Undertake additional projects as assigned.

Requirements

Exceptional research and writing skills.
Strong digital organizational abilities.
Ability to work independently and in a team.
Commitment to a minimum of 10 hours per week.
Based in Coachella Valley or Los Angeles area, with a car and ability to travel to Palm Springs.

Application Process

Candidates should send a cover letter, resume (one reference optional), and a 500-word writing sample to jobs@desertx.org. Subject: “Curatorial Intern Application – [Your Name]”.

Diversity Statement

The internship is open to students of all backgrounds. Diversity in culture, race, ethnicity, and gender expression is valued. Students from underrepresented backgrounds and Coachella Valley are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. without employer-based sponsorship.