Katzenberger Foundation Art History Internship

About Smithsonian The Smithsonian Institution was founded on 10 August 1846 by an act of Congress, and it was founded as an independent federal trust instrumentality. After its establishment, the Smithsonian became a magnet for young scientists in 1857-1866, especially since the first secretary, Joseph Henry, wanted to make Smithsonian a center for scientific research. Your role The Katzenberger Foundation Art History Internship Program is a need-based program supporting internships for undergraduates in research and collections projects at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC. Training & development The six-month pre-program internship is designed for qualified individuals preparing to apply to a graduate-level training program in art conservation. Benefits As an employee, you'll also receive the following benefits: • Health, dental, and vision insurance • Life insurance • Accidental death and dismemberment insurance • Health and dependent care flexible spending account • Long-term care, long-term disability • Annual leave • Sick leave and paid holidays • Federal Employment Retirement Reserve Career progression Internships allow students to learn about the museum's collections, exhibitions, programs, and methodologies and meet professionals in the museum field. Pre-program interns perform supervised condition examinations, write reports and treatment proposals, perform photo documentation, and treat objects requested for exhibitions or loans. Work-Life Balance The Work-Life Balance at Smithsonian is rated a 4.1 based on Indeed. Most employees are satisfied with their work-life balance. A well-proportioned work-life balance is necessary to keep employees happy and productive. Company Culture Some employees said that it’s never boring to work at the Smithsonian since the institution’s mission revolves around catering to people to get wider access and deeper experience about knowledge in general. There’s always something new and exciting to learn. Others said that it feels rewarding and fulfilling to work in the institution. About you • U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status. • Must be formally enrolled in an undergraduate program of study with academic standing as a junior or senior, or have completed their degree within the past six months. • Must be declared as an art history major, concentration, or related discipline. • Students are generally expected to have an overall GPA of 3.0 or its equivalent. • Qualify for financial need. The aim of this program is to provide an opportunity for high-achieving students with economic challenges to participate in a significant internship experience. Applicants must be eligible to receive federal student aid. How to apply This role is currently closed. If you are interested in this role, simply click "Pre-Register" and Prosple will inform you once this position opens again. Sources • internship..si.edu • us.prosple.com • glassdoor.com • youtube.com Apply tot his job Apply To this Job