Work Study - Exhibitions Assistant

International Center of Photography • New York, NY

11h

About The Position

The Exhibitions Assistant aids the Exhibitions team with exhibition preparation and research. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and familiar with best practices for research. Students will gain hands-on experience supporting exhibition development, research, and installation while learning about museum operations.

Requirements

• Strong research skills and familiarity with research best practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Interest in museums, exhibitions, or curatorial work.
• Only currently enrolled One-Year Certificate (OYC) students are eligible to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research for exhibitions and respond to public inquiry research requests.
• Maintain and organize project checklists and documentation.
• Format and fact-check exhibition texts.
• Assist the Exhibitions team with a wide variety of tasks during exhibition installations.
• Support exhibition preparation and other departmental projects as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed