Curatorial Studies Fellowship: Latinx Art Research

McNay Art Museum; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The McNay Art Museum, based in San Antonio, invites applications for the Douglass Foundation Fellowship in Curatorial Studies. The fellowship seeks to provide hands-on museum experience in Curatorial Affairs starting fall 2026, with the successful candidate working directly with the Curator of Latinx Art.

Primary duties include assisting the Curator with organizational tasks and conducting research toward a forthcoming 2027 McNay exhibition, plus related duties such as correspondence,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in art history, art criticism, museum studies, or related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Computer proficiency and research skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Curator of Latinx Art by providing organizational support.
• Conduct research toward a major McNay exhibition scheduled for 2027.
• Manage correspondence, research incoming acquisitions, and prepare acquisition reports.
• Support other departmental duties as assigned.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Research skills

Computer proficiency

Education

Master's degree in art history / related field

Job description

The McNay Art Museum, based in San Antonio, invites applications for the Douglass Foundation Fellowship in Curatorial Studies. The fellowship seeks to provide hands-on museum experience in Curatorial Affairs starting fall 2026, with the successful candidate working directly with the Curator of Latinx Art.

Primary duties include assisting the Curator with organizational tasks and conducting research toward a forthcoming 2027 McNay exhibition, plus related duties such as correspondence,