McDermott Intern Access Programs & Resources

Position: McDermott Intern for Access Programs & Resources
Description

Position:
McDermott Intern for Access Programs and Resources

Reports to:

Manager of Access Programs and Resources

Classification:
Non-Exempt, Full-Time, Hourly

Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid holiday, personal and sick time; $500 for professional development

Schedule:

Generally, Monday-Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm with one hour for lunch (with occasional weekends and evening hours for special events on & off-site); ability to work remotely 2 days per week following 90-day introductory period as program schedules allow

Internship Period:
September 1, 2026 - May 28, 2027

Salary: $15/hour, 35 hours per week


Mission

The Dallas Museum of Art is a space of wonder and discovery where art comes alive.

The DMA will:

* Place art and our diverse communities at the center around which all activities radiate.

* Pursue excellence in collecting and programming, present works of art across cultures and time, and be a driving force in contemporary art.

* Strengthen our position as a prominent, innovative institution, expanding the meaning and possibilities of learning and creativity.

Scope of Position:

As part of the Community Engagement team, the intern will work in collaboration with local organizations to increase equitable access to art in the Dallas community by supporting onsite and offsite programming in a variety of formats. The intern will gain firsthand experience implementing holistic approaches to art education, social-emotional and object-based learning. The intern will have the opportunity to gain experience establishing and cultivating community partner relationships as well as developing and facilitating innovative, multi-modal educational programs for audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds and abilities.

The intern will work in-person at the Museum and facilitate programs offsite at partner location sites. Under the guidance of their supervisor, the intern will complete a project which could include developing program curriculum; initiating new community partnerships; and/or researching and compiling museum best practices related to community engagement and accessibility.

Intern's Role & Duties:

* Support and co-teach programs for visitors of various ages and backgrounds, including neurodiverse learners and individuals with a range of abilities.

* Prepare program materials and resources.

* Document and evaluate programs by taking photos, distributing surveys, and inputting evaluation data as needed.

* Brainstorm, research, and develop lesson plans for community partners and visitors of various ages, backgrounds, and abilities.

* Attend and participate in team meetings.

* Support cross-functional initiatives related to program planning and community engaged partnerships.

* Contribute to and collaborate with the Community Engagement team to achieve departmental and institutional goals.

Internship Goals:

* Enhance research skills in art and art history and build an increased knowledge of works of art in the DMA's collection.

* Learn specific teaching strategies for working with visitors and community members of all backgrounds, ages and abilities.

* Learn methods for working collaboratively with internal and external colleagues on projects in a museum setting.

* Learn approaches for writing lesson plans and other teaching resources.

* Learn how to create, organize, and facilitate educational programs collaboratively with community organizations and residents.

* Develop an understanding of equitable access to the arts through Universal Design of Learning.

* Ascertain professional goals and interests through the support of mentorship.

* Develop professional communication and interpersonal skills through collaboration with Museum colleagues.

* Understand the roles and functions of different staff within the Museum as well as the relationship between the departments and how they all function together to comprise the organization.

Requirements

Requirements, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Completion of an undergraduate degree in art history, art education, studio art or the humanities prior to the start of the internship preferred.

* Some knowledge or interest in museum accessibility and community engagement.

* Experience or interest in working with people of various ages, backgrounds, and abilities encouraged.

* Ability to speak fluently in English and Spanish to support communication with visitors and community groups preferred.

* Strong time management and organizational skills to successfully balance program and office duties.

* Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.

* Ability to work well in a team environment, take initiative, demonstrate flexibility and problem-solve.

* Comfortable with public speaking in-person and on virtual formats.

* Valid driver's license (or ability to secure one) and ability to drive to program sites occasionally as needed.

Possible internship projects could include:

* Developing, writing, and facilitating new curriculum for Access programming, such as…