Exhibits & Collections Intern

Robert McCormick Foundation - Wheaton, IL; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 15,911 - 22,661; Part time

Job summary

The First Division Museum at Cantigny Park in Wheaton, IL seeks an Exhibits Intern to support artifact handling, exhibit labeling, and multi-media gallery updates. The three-month, part-time opportunity offers hands-on experience in museum exhibitions, with supervision and a structured orientation.

Ideal candidates are pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree with interest in preservation, collections, and military history.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program (graduate students preferred).
• Experience in exhibition development, design, or fabrication.
• Museum collections management, care, and artifact handling.
• Comfort with challenging subject matter related to war and its history.
• Strong multi-tasking and time-management abilities.
• Detail-oriented, inquisitive and thoughtful.
• Team player with ability to work independently.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills for diverse audiences.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Artifact rotations: select replacement artifacts, conduct object research, write label text, locate photos, coordinate with collections team.
• Graphic updates: research, write text, locate photos, and assist with label/graphic design layouts.
• Anniversary pop-up exhibits: assist in development and installation of two displays in 2019.
• Exhibition evaluation: conduct visitor surveys, observations, and analyze results.
• Duty First exhibition updates: edit content and upload photos to displays.
• Gallery maintenance: assist with upkeep of displays and equipment.

Skills

Exhibit design

Museum collections

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Written communication

MS Office

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree program

Job description

The First Division Museum at Cantigny Park in Wheaton, IL seeks an Exhibits Intern to support artifact handling, exhibit labeling, and multi-media gallery updates. The three-month, part-time opportunity offers hands-on experience in museum exhibitions, with supervision and a structured orientation.

Ideal candidates are pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree with interest in preservation, collections, and military history.