Senior Student Assistant Specialist SJDC Galleries

The New School; United States; On-site; USD 27,424 - 39,058; Part time

Job summary

The New School is seeking a Senior Student Assistant Specialist for the SJDC Galleries. The role involves planning and installing exhibitions, providing support for artwork placement, and ensuring a smooth installation process. Ideal candidates have experience in gallery settings and know how to work with tools safely.

Hourly rate is $24.13, and candidates should be available for flexible hours including weekends. As an on-campus position, presence during scheduled hours is required due to the nature of the work.

Qualifications

• Experience working in galleries or with exhibition installation.
• Able to use hand tools (drills, levels, saws, etc.) safely.
• Comfortable making layout and setup decisions independently.
• Knows how to format and print professional materials for gallery use.
• Able to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends during installs.
• Works well both alone and with a team.

Responsibilities

• Help plan exhibition layouts alongside the Assistant Director.
• Support decisions about artwork placement and gallery space flow.
• Install artworks using safe and proper handling methods.
• Use specialized printers and paper to prepare wall labels, text, and printed materials.
• Assist with mounting and installing all printed items in the gallery.
• Help with production, fabrication, and overall installation process.
• Provide support with schedules, logistics, and general gallery needs during installation.

Skills

Gallery installation experience

Use of hand tools

Layout planning

Team collaboration

Job description

Position Overview

Senior Student Assistant Specialist – SJDC Galleries at Parsons/The New School. Responsible for exhibition planning and installation across the two campus galleries, reporting to the Assistant Director. Tasks include layout planning, artwork placement, use of specialized printers and professional‑grade paper, mounting and installation of printed materials, and overall support during installation.

Responsibilities

• Help plan exhibition layouts alongside the Assistant Director.
• Support decisions about artwork placement and gallery space flow.
• Install artworks using safe and proper handling methods.
• Use specialized printers and paper to prepare wall labels, text, and printed materials.
• Assist with mounting and installing all printed items in the gallery.
• Help with production, fabrication, and overall installation process.
• Provide support with schedules, logistics, and general gallery needs during installation.
• Take on other duties related to exhibitions as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience working in galleries or with exhibition installation.
• Able to use hand tools (drills, levels, saws, etc.) safely.
• Comfortable making layout and setup decisions independently.
• Knows how to format and print professional materials for gallery use.
• Able to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends during installs.
• Works well both alone and with a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or coursework in art installation, curating, or gallery operations.
• Confidence using tools, ladders, and handling delicate artworks.
• Independent work style combined with effective teamwork.
• Interest in exhibitions, design, and how shows come together.

Work Mode

On‑Campus Position – Employees are expected to work on‑campus during scheduled hours due to the nature of the work.

Hourly Rate

$24.13 per hour

Special Instruction to Applicants

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Equal Opportunity Statement

The New School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.