Exhibitions Intern

Exhibits

The Exhibits Intern will learn hands-on the processes involved in object and gallery preparation, as well as installation, deinstallation and maintenance of Rock Hall exhibits. This is also a great opportunity for the intern to learn what goes into creating and operating a successful museum fabrication shop.

Tasks & Duties

• Assisting with exhibit installs
• Preparing artifacts
• Assisting with the creation of artifact casings and displays
• Shop maintenance and organization
• Exhibit cleaning and preservation

Possible projects

• Research and compile a vendor database
• Creating a new process of machinery organization

Requirements & Qualifications

• General workshop skills
• Comfortable working with and around power tools, matting, framing, welding, rigging
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Flexible and able to adjust to changing demands
• Attention to detail and good organizational & planning skills
• Able to lift and move up to 50 lbs
• Available to work days, evenings, and weekends as needed

ELIGIBILITY

Intern applicants must be currently enrolled in a college or trade school.

Details

• Rock Hall internships are paid positions, and for enrichment purposes must be willing to work within other departments.
• The internship is onsite, starting May 20th and ending July 31st. Exact end dates could be later with some internships.
• Estimated weekly hours for this internship: 25 - 30 hours

Rock Hall Internship Experience

The Rock Hall is a world-renowned institution and a pillar in the museum and music industries. The internships we host are no different. Not only will all interns get an in depth, project-based learning and working experience, but all interns will also participate in an organization wide internship experience. Weekly career development sessions and or panels with Rock Hall staff will ensure you are getting the most out of your time at the Rock Hall and completing the summer with new tools and resources when it comes to beginning your career.

All intern positions will get a chance to learn firsthand how we create the world class guest experience for our visitors from around the globe. Lastly, all our interns will get to experience summer at the Rock Hall and Cleveland, getting to know the city that helped build Rock & Roll, and all of the events and excitement we curate each summer.

Employer's Rights

This job description does not list all the duties of the position. You may be asked by supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.

The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.