Summary

The McDermott Intern for Indigenous American Art will primarily serve as a research assistant for the Indigenous American Art collection. Responsibilities may include updating the collection database, drafting didactic texts for use in galleries and online, and compiling documentation on works in the Museum’s permanent collection. The intern will also assist with tasks related to NAGPRA (Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act) as well as a forthcoming exhibition offering an innovative exploration of ancient through contemporary visual culture pertaining to the lives of Maya women. Exhibition-related work may include object research, literature reviews, exhibition development, and/or contributions to fundraising proposals. The intern will support curatorial projects by attending interdepartmental meetings and working collaboratively with staff across the Museum as needed.

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 an undergraduate degree in art history, anthropology, archaeology, Indigenous studies or related field prior to the start of the internship.
• Graduate work encouraged.
• Knowledge or academic coursework related to Native American, Mesoamerican, or Andean arts and cultures preferred.
• Prior TMS collections management software experience encouraged.

Key Qualifications:

• Demonstrated research and writing skills

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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