The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston seeks an intern to work with the Curator of Contemporary Decorative Arts. The key project will be to research works from the museum’s permanent collection of contemporary craft. This is in advance of the inaugural installation of collections material in the MFA’s newly opened Daphne and Peter Farago Gallery for contemporary decorative arts. Additional duties may include research assistance in support of exhibitions, publications, and acquisitions, as well as general administrative support for the curator. B.A. in art history or a related academic field required; graduate study is strongly preferred. This position will be for five days a week for 12 weeks, although alternate schedules may be arranged. A stipend of $5000 will be offered. APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 1, 2012 For consideration, please submit a cover letter and resume to: [email protected]. You may also submit your materials via postal mail to: Human Resources Department, Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, 465 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA, 02115. Status: Temporary
Date Posted: 2/10/12

Period:
Temporary position to last 12 weeks, during the summer of 2012

Department:
Curatorial

Sub-Department:
Contemporary Art & MFA Programs

Hours:
35/week

Schedule:
Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm

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