Arthouse has several opportunities for unpaid internships.

“The major perks of the internship for me were discovering important resources for artists, learning about different artists and the way in which the artists included their art in the gallery space, and grasping a sense of how a non-profit gallery functions”. –Kara Kazanoff, Administrative intern, summer 2008.

Applications are open to both students and non-students interested in expanding their understanding of the functions of contemporary art spaces and non-profit organizations, and are a great way to get involved with Arthouse and dig deeper into the art scene in Austin.

Arthouse internships are organized into available for fall, spring and summer sessions.

All applicants should send a cover letter along with a current resume and a recent writing sample to egentry at arthousetexas.org.

Curatorial Internship
Working closely with the curator, the curatorial intern performs a wide variety of duties related to exhibitions including conducting library and online research on artists and assigned topics, maintaining artist files, requesting information from national and international galleries, drafting artist correspondence, responding to public inquiries, writing educational and didactic materials, filing, copying, and other general office duties.

• Prospective interns should have a strong academic background in art history and a devoted interest in contemporary art, issues, and visual culture.
• An attention to detail and strong organizational, writing, and computer skills are required.
• Preference is given to graduate students, but qualified undergraduates will be considered.
• Prior museum or gallery experience is preferred.
The position requires a minimum of 12 hours per week.

Education Internship
The education intern works closely with the Education Coordinator to create and implement Arthouse’s various education programs. This position offers insight into the overall operations of non-profit art organizations, and gives an in-depth look at the ways that art institutions work to educate the public. Applicants must be self-starters who are highly organized and have an interest in contemporary art and visual culture.

Responsibilities include organizing and assisting with educational programs, maintaining database of artists and art educators, helping with mailings, researching and writing about educational programming, and website and blog maintenance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Fluency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience with Photoshop and html a plus
• Strong writing and internet research skills
• Familiarity with Arthouse’s education programs a plus
• Creative thinker
• Flexible
• Experience with or interest in teaching

This position requires 10-12 hours per week. Applicant must be available either Saturday afternoons or Tuesday evenings to help with high school education programs.


Marketing and Public Relations Internship
The marketing and public relations internship at Arthouse at the Jones Center provides needed assistance with the implementation of key media strategies, supporting existing staff in the maintenance and growth in awareness of Arthouse, its exhibitions and programs. This position offers unique insight into the overall operations of nonprofit marketing and public relations operations.

Responsibilities include maintaining current press lists and library of press coverage, writing press releases and content for various outlets, as well as researching opportunities for distributing information to new audiences.
Minimum Qualifications:

• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Fluency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Basic understanding of the web, use of web services and low level web technologies
• Interest in/knowledge of contemporary art a plus
• Experience with the Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premier, etc.) a plus

Initial hours: 4-6 hours/week
Ideally mornings for 2-3 hours

Special Projects Intern
The Special Projects Intern works closely with the Special Projects Manager on a variety of projects and activities. In the spring, the bulk of the work will be related to Arthouse's annual fundraiser and exhibition, Five x Seven, including research, mailings, artist correspondence, taking inventory of the 1000+ artworks submitted, and assisting with the exhibition installation. Additional projects may include occasional blog writing, digital photography/documentation and general administrative tasks.
The Special Projects intern will gain experience in event organization and management, work directly with artists and artworks, and see a major project through from start to finish. He/she will also gain general insight into the workings of a non-profit contemporary arts organization.
Minimum Qualifications:

• An attention to detail is a MUST
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel
• Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop and Wordpress a plus
• Strong writing and internet research skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Creative thinker
• Flexible
• Familiarity with Arthouse’s exhibition program and mission a plus

This position requires 8-10 hours per week, with some evening/weekend hours during Five x Seven (May).

Development Internship
The development internship at Arthouse at the Jones Center provides needed assistance with the implementation of key development strategies and programs, supporting existing staff in the maintenance and growth of Arthouse’s membership, earned income opportunities, and community outreach programs. This position offers unique insight into the overall operations of nonprofit membership and development operations.

Responsibilities include maintaining current membership information for visitors as well as facilitating member communication, member renewals mailings and new member solicitation efforts. The development intern will also be involved in the execution of Arthouse exhibition openings and special events, and will work closely with Arthouse staff in all aspects of their work.
Minimum Qualifications:

• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Fluency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Basic understanding of the web, use of web services and low level web technologies
• Interest in/knowledge of contemporary art a plus
• Minor experience with the Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premier, etc.) a plus

Initial hours: 4-6 hours/week
Ideally Wednesday and Friday afternoons for 2-3 hours
Some evenings if available for exhibition openings and special events