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Summer 2022
Museum Internship Program
Applications are closed.
The Chrysler Museum welcomes ambitious future museum professionals for experiential learning over the summer. Each intern is placed in a specific department for the opportunity to delve deeply into projects associated with their mentor. Interns also participate in weekly discussions and information sessions to learn more broadly about the Chrysler Museum and the larger museum field.
The summer 2022 internship program will run from May 31–August 5. The typical schedule is Tuesday–Friday from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Individual arrangements may be made with specific departments to accommodate other commitments. Some departments may request an altered schedule for special events or projects.
Interns will receive a $1,000 stipend.
If you are interested in joining the summer 2022 cohort, please review the application process below. All application materials are due by Sunday, February 27, 2022, at 11:59 p.m. Late applications will not be accepted. Interviews with selected candidates (by phone or Zoom) will occur throughout March. All applicants will be notified of their status by Friday, March 25 at 5 p.m.
To submit an application, please complete the form below. You will need to attach a current resume/CV, one letter of recommendation, and a cover letter. Your cover letter should include the two departments with which you most want to work and your qualifications for filling those positions. The letter of recommendation may also be sent by email directly from the recommender.
If you have any questions about the internship program or application process, please contact Emily Shield, Public Programs Coordinator, at eshield@chrysler.org.
We offer internships in a wide variety of departments across the Museum.
Departments Seeking Interns
Communications
The Communications Department is responsible for conveying information to the local community and the broader Museum audience. The Communications intern will work with staff to ensure consistent delivery of the Chrysler Museum’s communication strategies. Projects will include developing materials for promoting M.C. Escher: Infinite Variations, content creation for social media channels, and performing research on industry peers and marketing trends.
The ideal candidate has completed some media planning or integrated marketing communications coursework. They are knowledgeable of marketing concepts, emerging technologies, and social media platforms. The candidate will be eager to learn, a strong problem-solver, able to take initiative, and has good attention to detail.
Curatorial
The Curatorial Department works with the Museum’s permanent collection and develops special exhibitions. The Curatorial Intern will work on several upcoming exhibitions primarily focused on various periods of European Art. The projects will mostly focus on early exhibition development and research, but other aspects of exhibition planning will be involved.
The ideal candidate has completed an undergraduate degree in Art History, has a proficient reading knowledge of French, and is an independent worker with strong research skills. The intern will need to be able to work well independently.
Development
The Development Department is responsible for the Museum’s fundraising efforts (including through donations, campaigns, and memberships) and maintaining a strong connection with members of all levels. The intern for the Development Department will work on cataloging event photos, sourcing materials to include in stewardship plans, and developing of process videos.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for non-profit work, strong interpersonal communication skills, and be proficient in the use of multiple forms of technology. The Development Internship is open to students at any stage of their academic career and will be a beneficial learning opportunity for students with a variety of academic specializations.
Education Department
The Education Department is responsible for supporting learning and creativity in all of the Museum’s audiences.
K-12 and Teacher Programs and Camp Chrysler
Work with the School and Teacher Programs Coordinator and focus on resources and opportunities for school-aged visitors and teachers. The intern will assist with Camp Chrysler, the Summer Teacher Institute, and creating online educator resources. The ideal candidate will be interested in teaching in a gallery or studio setting and working with youth. Familiarity with lesson planning and project design is a plus. This intern should be flexible, able to problem-solve, and passionate about cultivating young artists.
Public Programs (Families and Adults)
Work with the Public Programs Coordinator to create and implement programs for all visitors to the Museum. This internship involves creating plans for our Tickle My Ears monthly program, assisting with two summer Family Days, and brainstorming upcoming adult programs.
The ideal candidate will be passionate about art and learning, willing to think outside the box, and able to work on multiple projects simultaneously. The intern should be well organized, comfortable talking to community partners and visitors, and able to work independently. The intern will need to work between long-term planning as well as the immediate implementation of programming.
Jean Outland Chrysler Library
With an extensive collection of more than 300,000 rare and unique volumes relating to art history, the Jean Outland Chrysler Library (JOCL) is one of the most significant art libraries in the South. The JOCL intern will work with the librarian on reorganizing, researching, and cataloging the substantial collection of auction catalogs. Another project will work on creating finding aids for institutional archives to aid researchers.
The ideal Library Intern will have prior experience with cataloging and familiarity with Library of Congress call numbers. Experience creating findings aids is a plus. The candidate should be pursuing a degree in Library or Information Sciences.
Moses Myers House
The Moses Myers House is a Federalist-period house downtown and the home of the first permanent Jewish residents of Norfolk. This intern will examine historical documents to better understand the finances of the family and shed light on the enslaved people that worked at the house.
The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented with a strong interest in history. The ability to read archaic cursive handwriting is preferred. Applications are open to candidates at any level of their academic career.