Internships are available year-round.  Please see CMA internship options below.  

Museum Research and Evaluation Intern

The Canton Museum of Art (CMA) seeks a Research and Evaluation Intern. This is a part-time internship position responsible for researching, developing, and evaluating components relative to CMA’s programming. This position is in the Education Department and reports to the Education Director. Hours are primarily remote with some in museum hours as needed. This internship offers the opportunity to work in the professional setting of a museum and gain a variety of experiences in an arts organization. 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research best practices of museum institutions in several different areas including but not limited to; education, outreach, and exhibitions pertinent to CMA’s objectives

• Research content and topics related to CMA’s programming and exhibitions and compose documents for museum and educational purposes as needed

• Perform various editorial duties including; writing, reviewing, and editing various sources of material for publication

• Develop and utilize evaluation tools to measure, interpret, and analyze the outcomes of programming to help promote the mission of the CMA

• Investigate relevant speakers, artists, and organizations for possible future programming

• Participate in CMA activities, events, meetings, and programs as needed

• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Open to senior-level undergraduates, master's students, or graduates who are pursuing or have received a degree in Museum Studies, Art Education, or related fields

• Must be dependable, self-motivated, and follow instructions both written and verbal

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Accomplishes tasks with a sense of urgency

• Strong ability to research, write, and edit various sources of information and documents

• Ability to manage multiple projects/activities simultaneously

• Creative problem solver with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

COMPENSATION:

• This is an unpaid/volunteer internship.

• Remote option and flexible/variable schedule in accordance with internship requirements (if applicable). 

• Interns are requested to volunteer approximately 10-20 hours per week for the length of 8-16 weeks for a total of 160 hours.  

TO APPLY: Please send a resume  and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in the internship to Amanda Crowe at amanda@cantonart.org.

Museum Education Intern  

The Canton Museum of Art (CMA) seeks a Museum Education Intern.  This is a part time internship position responsible for researching, developing, implementing, and evaluating components relative to CMA’s education programming.  This position is in the Education Department, and reports to the Education Director. Hours are primarily remote with some in museum hours as needed. This internship offers the opportunity to work in the professional setting of a museum and gain a variety of experiences in an arts organization. 

 
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create and implement educational content and programming for youth and adults 

• Research content related to CMA’s exhibitions and programming

• Prepare lessons and documents for museum and educational purposes as needed

• Investigate relevant speakers, artists, and organizations for possible future programming

• Develop and utilize evaluation tools to measure, interpret, and analyze the outcomes of programming to help promote the mission of the CMA

• Participate in CMA activities, events, meetings, and programs as needed

• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Open to senior-level undergraduates, master's students, or graduates who are pursuing or have received a degree in Museum Studies, Art Education, or related fields

• Must be dependable, self-motivated, and follow instructions both written and verbal

• Strong written and oral communications skills

• Accomplishes tasks with a sense of urgency

• Strong ability to research, write, and edit various sources of information and documents

• Ability to manage multiple projects/activities simultaneously

• Creative problem solver with ability to work independently and as part of a team

COMPENSATION:

• This is an unpaid/volunteer internship.

• Remote option and flexible/variable schedule in accordance with internship requirements (if applicable). 

• Interns are requested to volunteer approximately 10-20 hours per week for the length of 8-16 weeks for a total of 160 hours.  

TO APPLY: Please send a resume  and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in the internship to Amanda Crowe at amanda@cantonart.org.

Curatorial Research Internship 

The Curatorial Research Internship is designed for undergraduate and graduate students who wish to complete an independent research project using the museum's collection and archives. Unlike a traditional internship in which projects are assigned by staff, interns are expected to propose, develop, and carry out their own research project under the guidance of Curatorial staff. The goal of each internship is to complete a professional research project that benefits both the intern and the museum.

Proposals should identify a specific artist, object, collection area, or interpretive question within the Canton Museum of Art's collection. Applicants are expected to familiarize themselves with the museum's collection and mission before submitting a proposal. Selected interns will have access to the museum’s collections and archives to develop meaningful and impactful projects. Projects should result in a meaningful contribution to the museum's collection, scholarship, or interpretation. Selected interns will have access to the museum's collections and archives to develop a meaningful research project under the guidance of curatorial staff.

In addition to gaining experience in museum research, collections, and interpretation, interns will complete a tangible project that can be included in a professional portfolio, résumé, graduate school application, or future job application. Interns will also receive mentorship from curatorial staff and have the opportunity to build professional relationships that may lead to references for future academic and career opportunities. Opportunities to present or publish research may also be available.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current undergraduate or graduate students in any field.

• Strong research and analytical skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with museum staff, as well as independently.

• Passion for art and museums.

• Self-motivated and driven.

• Ability to stay on task.

• Ability to work in person and/or remotely.

• Ability to utilize constructive feedback.

• Ability to conduct independent scholarly research.

PROPOSAL GUIDELINES:

Proposals must include:

1. Title of the Project

2. Project Description (500 words max): A concise overview of the research question, objectives, and potential outcomes.

3. Methodology: How the project will be conducted, including the research methods and sources that will be used (scholarly books and journals, museum archives, etc.)

4. Relevance: How the project relates to one or more specific artists, artworks, or collecting areas within the Canton Museum of Art's collection.

5. Benefit: How this project will advance the intern’s knowledge and career path.

6. Timeline: Estimated schedule and completion date.

7. Applicant Information: Name, university affiliation, program of study, and contact details.

Examples of successful projects include, but are not limited to:

• Researching a specific artist represented in the collection and writing an expanded artist biography or focusing on one aspect of their life/career.
• Investigating the provenance, exhibition history, or cultural context of selected objects.
• Researching underrepresented artists or communities represented in the collection.
• Researching objects or artists through a unique, defined perspective (anthropology, science, culture, music, etc.)
• Conducting comparative research on a collecting area to inform future acquisitions or collections planning.
• Conducting comparative research on movements and influences.
• Researching a focused group of works to support a future exhibition or publication.

COMPENSATION:

• This is an unpaid/volunteer internship.

TO APPLY: 

Proposals are accepted on a revolving basis throughout the year and can occur at any time. Due to constraints on availability and access to resources, as well as a dedication to producing strong projects, CMA will not accept multiple interns at one time. 

Applicants should send their proposals as a single PDF document to kaleigh@cantonart.org with the subject line: “Internship Project Proposal – [Your Name].”

SELECTION PROCESS:

Proposals will be reviewed by the CMA’s Curatorial Committee. This process can take anywhere from one week to one month. Selected applicants will be interviewed to discuss their proposed project, research methods, familiarity with the museum and its collection, and feasibility of their proposed work.

For questions, please contact Kaleigh Pisani, Curator of Collections & Registrar, at kaleigh@cantonart.org