Hello all,


Please see the intern announcements below ... THANKS! 

Collections Intern

Gaston County Museum has a collections intern position available for
August-December 2008 (a longer period is a possibility). Intern will
work with the Curator and Registrar in re-housing and organizing objects
in the permanent and education collections. Additionally, the intern
will have the opportunity to assist with exhibits (prep, installation,
de-installation), collections accessioning and cataloging, and creating
computer records using PastPerfect.

Successful candidate will be detail oriented, organized, and able to
work independently. Must be able to work with and meet a strict
deadline, lift up to 30 lbs, climb stairs and ladders. Preference given
to candidates with previous museum work or course experience and/or
candidates wishing to pursue a career in museums. Housing and utilities
(excluding cable and phone) will be provided.

Email resume and cover letter to: [log in to unmask] or mail to
Elizabeth Dampier, Gaston County Museum, P.O. Box 429, Dallas, NC
28034-0429.


Archives Intern

Gaston County Museum has an archives intern position available for
August-December 2008 (a longer period is a possibility). Intern will be
responsible for processing the museum's institutional archives,
providing an overall arrangement of the collection, and re-housing the
collection.  

Successful candidate will be detail oriented, organized, and able to
work independently. Must be able to work with and meet a strict
deadline, lift up to 30 lbs, climb stairs and ladders. Preference will
be given to candidates with previous archives work or course experience
and/or candidates wishing to pursue a career in museums and/or archives.
Housing and utilities (excluding cable and phone) will be provided.

Email resume and cover letter to: [log in to unmask] or mail to
Elizabeth Dampier, Gaston County Museum, P.O. Box 429, Dallas, NC
28034-0429.


Education Intern

The Gaston County Museum is currently seeking an intern to work in the
Education Department from August - December 2008 (a longer period is a
possibility).  This person will work closely with the Programs
Coordinator to learn program methods and strategies.  The intern will be
responsible for development, implementation, and evaluation of various
museum programs.  The intern will also work on other projects at the
museum and in the community as assigned.      

Successful candidate will be detail oriented, organized, and able to
work independently.  Must be able to work with and meet a strict
deadline, lift up to 30 lbs, climb stairs and ladders. Preference will
be given to candidates with previous education work or course experience
and/or candidates wishing to pursue a career in museums. Housing and
utilities (excluding cable and phone) will be provided.

Email resume and cover letter to: [log in to unmask] or mail to
Jeff Pruett, Gaston County Museum, P.O. Box 429, Dallas, NC 28034-0429.


Best wishes,


Jeff


Jeffery J. Pruett
 
Gaston County Museum of Art & History
Programs Coordinator
131 West Main Street
Dallas, NC 28034
704.922.7681 Ext. 105
Fax 704.922.7683
 
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