Curatorial Research Intern: Exhibitions & Publications

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Institute for Contemporary Art (ICA) at Virginia Commonwealth University invites applications for a Curatorial Research Intern for 2026–27. This paid internship supports graduate students or recent graduates in researching, exhibition development, and publication projects under ICA curators.

The 9‑month internship runs Oct 2026–Jun 2027. The role is onsite, with 10–20 hours weekly at $17/hour, supporting research, catalogs, and resources management.

Qualifications

• Current graduate student or recent graduate.
• Strong research, writing, and organizational skills.
• Interest in contemporary art and curatorial practice.
• Available 10–20 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research for upcoming exhibitions.
• Process, catalog, and organize research materials.
• Prepare indexes and finding aids.
• Assist with image rights and catalog production.
• Organize curatorial resources within ICA's Google Workspace.

Skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

The Institute for Contemporary Art (ICA) at Virginia Commonwealth University invites applications for a Curatorial Research Intern for 2026–27. This paid internship supports graduate students or recent graduates in researching, exhibition development, and publication projects under ICA curators.

The 9‑month internship runs Oct 2026–Jun 2027. The role is onsite, with 10–20 hours weekly at $17/hour, supporting research, catalogs, and resources management.