5.1 Internships
Internship Training Programs
The Project
From time to time we have an opportunity for interns to participate in conservation treatment projects.
Successful applicants work directly under conservator's supervision in carrying out all aspects of conservation treatment and documentation.
Duration of Project
Various
Eligibility
Applicants should be in their junior or senior year in college working toward a degree in art history, art conservation, collection management or other related field. Graduate students and Master's degree candidates are encouraged to apply and make a project the object of their thesis or dissertation. Other serious individuals may also be considered if they posses specialized experience, knowledge, skill or talent.
Application
Send your resume and current references along with a short statement of your personal or academic goals and how you think this internship will help you achieve them. If applicable, obtain a letter of recommendation from your department head or academic advisor, indicating whether you will receive academic credit for your work and what skills you are expected to acquire.
There is no fee charged for this program and academic credit may be offered through your learning institution. There is customarily a per day stipend offered to offset travel and living expenses.