Summary

The McDermott Intern for Asian Art will assist in the care and maintenance of the Dallas Museum of Art’s Asian art collection and support ongoing research, documentation, and exhibition of the collection. They will conduct research and writing in support of the collection area’s goals, which may include provenance, acquisition proposals, upcoming exhibitions, and/or future rotations of Asian art. The intern will have the opportunity to also work on projects that could include contributing in-gallery texts, presenting a tour, docent training, and creating web content.

Key Details

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm with one hour for lunch; ability to work remotely 2 days per week following 90-day introductory period.
• Weekly Hours: 35 hours per week.
• Internship Period: September 1, 2026 – May 28, 2027

Deadline: March 16, 2026

Eligibility

Education, Experience, and Certification:

• Completion of coursework or background in Asian art history encouraged; graduate work encouraged.
• Reading proficiency in an Asian language encouraged.

Key Qualifications:

• Demonstrated research and writing skills.
• Ability to juggle multiple assignments.
• Ability to work successfully within deadlines.

Compensation

$15 per hour

About

Located in the nation’s largest arts district, the Dallas Museum of Art is a catalyst for community creativity, engaging people of all ages and backgrounds with a diverse spectrum of programming, from exhibitions and lectures to concerts, literary events, and dramatic performances.

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