Tapestry Conservation Intern - Hands-On Heritage Care

Historic Royal Palaces; Molesey; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

Historic Royal Palaces seeks a textile conservation intern to gain hands-on experience in tapestry conservation within the Textile Conservation Studio at Hampton Court Palace. The placement covers practical treatments, condition assessments, display support, and documentation, under supervision by the conservation team.

The 12-month internship offers mentoring, professional development, and cross-disciplinary collaboration across HRP’s conservation disciplines to deepen expertise in historic

Qualifications

• Qualification or equivalent experience in textile conservation.
• Strong attention to detail and careful record-keeping.
• Willingness to learn and work within a team.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to hands-on tapestry conservation treatments.
• Perform condition assessments and documentation.
• Assist with display, installation, and ongoing care of textiles.
• Collaborate with HRP conservation colleagues across disciplines.

Skills

Digital documentation

Attention to detail

Education

Textile conservation qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Historic Royal Palaces seeks a textile conservation intern to gain hands-on experience in tapestry conservation within the Textile Conservation Studio at Hampton Court Palace. The placement covers practical treatments, condition assessments, display support, and documentation, under supervision by the conservation team.

The 12-month internship offers mentoring, professional development, and cross-disciplinary collaboration across HRP’s conservation disciplines to deepen expertise in historic