Curatorial Studies Fellowship: Latinx Art & Exhibition Prep

Collectionsthatcare; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The McNay Art Museum in San Antonio invites applicants for the Douglass Foundation Fellowship in Curatorial Studies. The program focuses on providing hands-on museum experience in Curatorial Affairs beginning fall 2026, with work alongside the Curator of Latinx Art.

The fellow will support organizational tasks, conduct research toward a tentative 2027 exhibition, and may handle correspondence, acquisition reports, and other departmental duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in art history, art criticism, museum studies, or a related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Research skills and computer proficiency expected.
• Experience with Latin American art is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Curator by providing organizational support.
• Conduct research toward a major McNay exhibition planned for 2027.
• Manage correspondence and assist with acquisition reports.
• Support other departmental duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Research skills

Computer proficiency

Latin American art

Education

Master’s degree in Art History, Art Criticism, Museum Studies or related field

Job description

The McNay Art Museum in San Antonio invites applicants for the Douglass Foundation Fellowship in Curatorial Studies. The program focuses on providing hands-on museum experience in Curatorial Affairs beginning fall 2026, with work alongside the Curator of Latinx Art.

The fellow will support organizational tasks, conduct research toward a tentative 2027 exhibition, and may handle correspondence, acquisition reports, and other departmental duties as assigned.