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2009 Summer/Fall Internship at The Gaston County Museum

Dallas, North Carolina

Exhibits/Collections Intern (2 positions available)

Summer/Fall, 2009 (30 to 40 hours per week)

Application Deadline: May 29, 2009

HOUSING PROVIDED

The Gaston County Museum is currently seeking 2 collections/exhibits interns for summer/fall 2009. One position will focus on archives and be responsible for inventorying, cataloging, and processing the collection. The second position will work specifically with the permanent collection accessioning and photographing objects. Both interns will assist the Curatorial Staff in exhibit design and installation. The interns will also work under the guidance of the Curatorial Staff to update and maintain permanent exhibits and interpreted spaces.

The successful candidates will be detail oriented, organized, and able to work independently. Must be able to work with and meet deadlines, lift up to 30 pounds, and climb stairs and ladders. Preference will be given to candidates with previous museum work or course experience and/or candidates wishing to pursue a career in museums. Knowledge of PastPerfect collections database a plus.

The internship is unpaid, but housing that is within walking distance to the museum is provided. The internship will begin in the summer or fall (depending on intern’s schedule), end in December, and be 30 to 40 hours per week during that time. Deadline for application is May 29, 2009.

Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, as well as a 1 page essay indicating why they want do their internship at the Gaston County Museum and what they hope to gain from the experience to:

The Gaston County Museum

Attn: Jeff Pruett

P.O. Box 429

Dallas, NC 28034

Phone: 704-922-7681 x.105

Fax: 704-922-7683

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2009 Summer Internship at The Gaston County Museum

Dallas, North Carolina

Education Intern (1 position available)

Summer, 2009 (30 to 40 hours per week)

Application Deadline: May 1, 2009

The Gaston County Museum is currently seeking a summer intern to work in the Education Department. 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 museum programs & outreach programs. The intern will also work on other projects at the museum and in the community as assigned.

The successful candidate will be detail oriented, organized, and able to work independently. Must be able to work with and meet deadlines, lift up to 30 pounds, and climb stairs and ladders. Preference will be given to candidates with previous museum work or course experience and/or candidates wishing to pursue a career in museums. Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs is preferred.