​​Conservation Intern​

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation • Williamsburg, VA

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About The Position

The Conservation Intern
is responsible for
hancing the protection and
preservation of Colonial Williamsburg’s cultural assets by, in consultation with
specialist curators and conservators, performing examination, treatment, and
documentation of collections artifacts, under the supervision of conservation
staff.

Requirements

• Scientific knowledge sufficient to undertake in-depth examination and analysis of objects.
• An undergraduate degree in art, art history, science, museum studies or a related field, OR equivalent apprenticeship/technical training with appropriate experience
• Knowledge of and experience working with cultural heritage objects.
• Experience in research, examination, treatments and report writing.
• Familiarity with digital photography and Microsoft Office products.
• Manual dexterity to handle collections, use tools, and perform conservation treatments.
• Ability to make best use of time and resources: using facilities, materials, and equipment effectively and with reasonable and appropriate care.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions orally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience in a conservation lab or studio, under direction of an experienced conservator.
• Demonstrated academic commitment to fulfilling chemistry, art history, and studio art pre-requisites in preparation for pursuing admission to a graduate-level conservation training program.

Responsibilities

• Carries out examination and basic treatment of artifacts in the collection. Complies with the American Institute for Conservation’s Code of Ethics.
• Performs documentation, including treatment proposals, treatment reports, and digital photography of objects treated.
• Prepares artifact housing, exhibition supports, and packs/moves objects as needed.
• Assists in routine operation and upkeep of the conservation lab by maintaining supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Offers outreach, including public tours.
• Assists with research and receives training in various treatment methodologies in media-specific labs. Works with preventive conservation and material analyst colleagues as appropriate.
• Assists in training and supervision of volunteers working in the lab.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees