Barnett and Annalee Newman Associate Curator of Contemporary Programming

The Jewish Museum seeks a dynamic Associate Curator of Contemporary Programming to activate and deepen the Museum’s collaborations with artists and leading thinkers in contemporary art. Reporting to the Barnett and Annalee Newman Curator of Contemporary Art, the new Associate Curator will be an integral part of a lively Curatorial team that has expertise across a diverse range of fields and periods. The Associate Curator has excellent working relationships with artists and a commitment to advancing their efforts within the unique context of the Museum. Acknowledging that the pandemic and racial reckoning have forever changed the operations and civic role of cultural institutions, the ideal candidate will innovate new public programs and support the creation of commissioned projects across disciplines: they will produce and participate in lectures, convenings, and performances; manage artist commissions (including objects and installations); create digital content aligned with the contemporary program (including for exhibitions, acquisitions, and events); and otherwise work closely with artists in New York and beyond. This new role will generate a sense of belonging for artists and their communities at the Jewish Museum and advance their relationship to Jewish culture and civil society more broadly. Applicants of all backgrounds are encourage to apply.

Department: Curatorial, Programs Division
Reports to: Barnett and Annalee Newman Curator of Contemporary Art
Date posted: March 23, 2023
FLSA Status: Exempt
Schedule: Full time; 35 hours / 5 days a week

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with and support the Curator of Contemporary Art and colleagues across the Museum to ensure that artists have a consistent and core presence within the Museum’s physical and virtual spaces.
  • Generate new types of engagements with artists and thought-leaders in contemporary art, including new program formats, onsite and virtual convenings, in-gallery performances, community-engaged projects, video content, and other initiatives.
  • Assist the Curator of Contemporary Art by overseeing production on future commissioned projects for the Jewish Museum’s collection, galleries, lobby, façade and beyond.
  • Actively advance cross-departmental collaboration and coordination of initiatives involving contemporary artists by working closely with Education staff, including the Assistant Director, Public Programs as well as the Digital Content & Communications team.
  • Help ideate and deliver content offerings that strengthen the presence of contemporary art on the Museum’s online platforms, including drafting content for newsletter articles, social media posts, blogs, podcasts, etc.
  • Manage all project and event logistics, including thoughtful coordination with artists and museum staff, budget management, production schedules, and arranging travel.
  • Meet goals outlined in the Museum’s DEAI Action Plan by fostering and nurturing relationships with historically under-served artists and community partners.
  • Mentor and oversee the activities of paid interns.
  • Participate as needed in Development initiatives including donor cultivation, grant-related content generation, fundraising campaigns, and special events.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience, preferably working in a museum setting in curatorial, education, or audience engagement-related capacities
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively, enthusiastically, and creatively with artists and museum colleagues on commissioned projects and programs
  • Proven experience in physical and virtual event production
  • Dynamic public speaking presence in person and on camera, and strong interpersonal skills
  • Drive to collaborate with and uplift the contributions of historically underserved groups and generate programming through a DEAI lens
  • Strong extant relationships within the diverse contemporary art landscape preferred
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Experience in digital content creation a plus, such as managing the production of videos on exhibitions or artists
  • Competency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Google, Suite, etc
  • Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a Center for Disease Control (CDC) or World Health Organization (WHO) authorized vaccine (or approved for an exemption as a reasonable accommodation due to qualified disability or sincerely held religious belief or other legal basis)

Salary Range for Position: $70,000-$80,000

Send Resume with Cover Letter To:

Director, Human Resources

The Jewish Museum

1109 Fifth Avenue

New York, NY 10128

212.423.3232

The Jewish Museum is committed to diversifying its staff and encourages individuals of all abilities and ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds to apply for this position. The Museum is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Manager/Senior Manager, Human Resources

The Sr./Manager, Human Resources will play a critical role in the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Department. In this highly visible position, the Sr./Manager will be responsible for overseeing talent recruitment and retention, payroll and benefits administration, and staff morale initiatives. The Sr./Manager will also support the Director, Human Resources in areas of compensation, labor and employee relations, training and professional development, and the Museum’s ambitious DEAI initiatives.  The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced, employee-focused Human Resources Department who brings with them a positive, can-do attitude with the goal of providing the highest level of service to the Museum’s staff, interns, volunteers, and guests.

Department: Human Resources
Reports to: Director, Human Resouces
Date posted: March 2, 2023
FLSA Status: Exempt
Schedule: Full-Time; 35 hours/5 days a week

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Department, including payroll, benefits-administration, training and professional development, and staff morale initiatives and wellness programming
  • Manage the Museum’s full life cycle of talent and recruiting, with a focus on establishing a pipeline of diverse and exceptional talent through enhanced sourcing, recruitment, and onboarding protocols 
  • Serve as a trusted resource for the staff, promoting a culture of inclusion, equity, accountability, and excellence while encouraging an ongoing open-door policy
  • In partnership with the Finance department, oversee the Museum’s payroll processing and related projects; maintain and update the Museum’s payroll and timekeeping system
  • Manage all aspects of the Museum’s benefit plans, including Open Enrollment, contract renewals and compliance while serving as a staff resource for all benefit-related inquires
  • Organize ongoing training and development programs; actively source professional development opportunities which support the Museum’s mission, vision, and ongoing DEAI goals
  • In conjunction with Director, Human Resources and Chief Legal Counsel, ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws; Oversee related filings including, but not limited to, the annual EEO-1, 1095-C, and PCORI filings
  • Provide support for the Financial Statement Audit, the Defined Contribution plan audit and the Worker’s Compensation Audit, in partnership with the Finance Department
  • Administer the Museum’s leave-of-absence programs and associated benefit filings including FMLA, NYPFL, Paid Parental Leave, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Worker’s Compensation
  • Coach, mentor, develop and provide proactive, day-to-day supervision to the Human Resources Coordinator; provide supervision to HR interns
  • Drive effectiveness of the Human Resources function through simplification, process improvement, and increased technological capability
  • Serve as a resource for all COVID-related policies and procedures as they pertain to the Museum’s HR Department
  • Monitor the performance evaluation process; conduct annual performance evaluation training sessions for employees and supervisors
  • Oversee staff morale initiatives including monthly programming as well as the annual staff holiday party
  • Participate in departmental and institutional meetings, strategy sessions and activities

Requirements:

The Museum seeks a candidate with the following skills, attributes, and expertise:

  • A minimum of 5 years’ experience as an HR generalist or in a similar role, with an emphasis on recruitment experience and interest
  • Experience and strong interest in the life-cycle recruitment process
  • Experience in administering health, 403b, and employee benefit plans
  • A collaborative individual and an active listener who is approachable and has a proven ability to build consensus
  • A mature professional who will serve as a role model and embody the Museum’s core values of honesty, integrity, and respect for others
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information in a discrete and professional manner and maintain confidential information where required
  • Ability to comfortably work with staff members at all levels across the institution
  • Experience in a non-profit or cultural institution preferred
  • Experience working in a unionized environment preferred
  • Strong ability to communicate effectively and in a clear and concise manner
  • SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or Professional in Human Resources (S/PHR) certification preferred
  • Experience with MS Office, Google Suite, and ADP Workforce Now preferred
  • Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a Centers for Disease Control (CDC) or World Health Organization (WHO) authorized vaccine (or approved for an exemption as a reasonable accommodation due to a qualified disability or sincerely held religious belief or other legal basis)

Salary Range for Position: $70,000-$85,000

Send Resume with Cover Letter To:

Director, Human Resources

The Jewish Museum

1109 Fifth Avenue

212.423.3232

The Jewish Museum is committed to diversifying its staff and encourages individuals of all abilities and ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds to apply for this position. The Museum is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Human Resources Coordinator

The Jewish Museum is looking for a bright, energetic go-getter to join its Human Resources team.  The person filling this role will gain experience in a broad range of HR functions, with a focus on compensation, benefits, and talent recruitment.  This position is fast-paced, and requires an ability to multitask, impeccable attention to detail, strong interpersonal skills, and excellent communication skills. In addition, we are looking for someone flexible, who can adjust to changing priorities with humor and positivity. The Human Resources Coordinator will have access to confidential information so good judgment and trustworthiness are critical to this role.

Department: Human Resources
Reports to: Senior Manager, Human Resources
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Full-Time; 35 hours/5 days a week

Responsibilities:

  • Process new hires, transfers, and terminations using ADP’s Workforce Now system. Perform data entry in the ADP system on an ongoing basis
  • Assist with staff and intern recruitment, including managing job postings, strategic outreach, vetting candidates and conducting new-hire orientations
  • Assist the Senior HR Manager with benefits administration, including processing enrollments and terminations, 403b data entry, monthly invoice reconciliations, coordinating open enrollment periods, and assisting staff with benefits-related questions
  • Assist with hiring, onboarding and termination procedures, including drafting correspondence, liaising with managers, and managing all related-paperwork and data entry
  • Support the Museum’s ambitious DEAI efforts by researching and coordinating DEAI-focused initiatives and training seminars; assist the HR Director with meeting various goals outlined in the DEAI Action Plan
  • Assist with managing the departmental budget by monitoring spending, reconciling monthly credit card statements and processing all incoming invoices
  • Coordinate staff events such as all-staff meetings, monthly lunch & learn seminars, training sessions and the annual staff holiday party
  • Organize regular wellness programing for the Museum staff
  • Serve as a resource for general HR matters regarding payroll, benefits, and Museum policies
  • Maintain the Museum’s computerized and hard-copy personnel and payroll files
  • Perform clerical functions such as: overseeing the purchase of office supplies, updating HR driven materials (such as phone directories, org charts, and emergency contact lists), and providing administrative support to the human resources team
  • Serve as the backup to the Administration Division Coordinator for mailroom-related duties

Requirements:

  • 2-3 years progressive Human Resources experience
  • An interest in pursuing a career in human resources is a must.
  • Working knowledge of ADP Workforce Now or similar ADP payroll and attendance tracking products preferred
  • Self-motivated individual with ability to prioritize and multitask. Must be well-organized, detail-oriented and have excellent follow-through skills
  • Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
  • Flexible in the face of unexpected difficulties, able to find creative solutions to problems
  • Strong computer skills, including working knowledge of all Microsoft Office products.  Experience with Google, Trello, and Airtable applications preferred
  • Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to communicate with diplomacy, discretion, and tact with staff at all levels and with colleagues in the museum community
  • Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a Centers for Disease Control (CDC) or World Health Organization (WHO) authorized vaccine (or approved for an exemption as a reasonable accommodation due to a qualified disability or sincerely held religious belief or other legal basis)

Salary Range for Position: $55,000-$60,000

Send Resume with Cover Letter To:

Director, Human Resources

The Jewish Museum

1109 Fifth Avenue

New York, NY 10128

212.423.3232

The Jewish Museum is committed to diversifying its staff and encourages individuals of all abilities and ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds to apply for this position. The Museum is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Associate/Development Officer

The Jewish Museum seeks an energetic, organized, and proactive thinker to round out our Major Gifts team. This position is primarily responsible for managing the Young Patron Program including stewarding new and existing donors, planning and implementing events, and maintaining consistent communication with program participants. The position also oversees a small number of administrative tasks related to other special interest groups at the Museum including Contemporary Circle and the Patron Program. Creativity, an entrepreneurial spirit, and poise under pressure combined with strong project management and communication skills are critical in this position.

Department: Major Gifts
Reports to: Director, Major Gifts
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Full-Time; 35 hours/5 days a week

Responsibilities:

  • Manage a portfolio of approximately 150 donors and prospects including Young Patrons, Patrons, Contemporary Circle members, and prospects
  • Develop and implement fundraising strategies for portfolio including stewarding existing donors and identifying and qualifying new prospects; apply for supplemental foundation support
  • Manage all aspects of the Young Patron program including; Young Patron Council, Young Patron Leadership Circle, and the general Young Patron members
  • Ideate, plan, and staff a robust calendar of Young Patron events as well as assist with department events on an as needed basis (requires some nights and weekends)
  • Work alongside Special Events to manage the After Party Committee for the Purim Ball
  • Reach a minimum number of personal meetings and solicitations
  • Maintain up-to-date donor files in Salesforce
  • Identify prospects for special projects including exhibitions, education initiatives, and the gala; work with other members of the Development team on blended asks
  • Possibility of expanded portfolio based on experience

Requirements:

  • 2-4 years of direct experience, preferably in an art museum or cultural institution
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to write and speak in clear and compelling ways
  • Working knowledge of, or interest in, contemporary art
  • Superior written and verbal communication skills
  • A positive attitude and an entrepreneurial spirit
  • Demonstrated willingness to work effectively as part of a team and with all levels of donors
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel), Adobe Acrobat Pro preferred
  • Experience with Salesforce or comparable CRM (preferred)
  • Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a Centers for Disease Control (CDC) or World Health Organization (WHO) authorized vaccine (or approved for an exemption as a reasonable accommodation due to a qualified disability or sincerely held religious belief or other legal basis)

Salary Range for Position: $50,000-$60,000

Send Resume with Cover Letter To:

Director, Human Resources

The Jewish Museum

1109 Fifth Avenue

New York, NY 10128

212.423.3232

The Jewish Museum is committed to diversifying its staff and encourages individuals of all abilities and ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds to apply for this position. The Museum is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.

This is a unionized position with covered employees represented by Local 2110, UAW, AFL-CIO.

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Virtual Summer Institute

This eight-week internship, modeled as a summer institute, is an introduction to every aspect of work at the Jewish Museum happening both onsite and virtually. Learn how museums and other cultural organizations are adapting to the current reality of institutional reckoning and social change, and explore the future of museum work with a group of your peers. Meet with Jewish Museum staff to hear about their vision for the Museum, and discuss the work of producing and promoting exhibitions and programs with curators, designers, educators, and fundraisers. Special guests from beyond the Museum include artists, curators, exhibition designers, and other innovators in the art world. 

Reports to: Manager, Adult Programs
FLSA Status: Paid Internship ($16/hour)
Schedule: 21 hours per week

Responsibilities:

  • Attend group Zoom sessions each week
  • Completion of department or project work
  • Participate in group Slack channel
  • Individual check-ins on Zoom

On the internship application form under "type of internship sought," please indicate which departments or independent projects you are interested in, selecting at least three total:

Departments:

  • Curatorial: Research specific topics in art; organize visual material; create and maintain checklists and exhibition documents/presentations; assist with generation and editing of exhibition texts.
  • Design: Help design print and digital assets, prepare design files for production, and assist in defining brand guidelines as part of the Creative Services Department.
  • Digital Content and Communications: Work with a dynamic and cross-functional team on the creation of the Museum’s social media content, as well as digital and traditional marketing and press relations.  
  • Education: Assist Education Department staff with planning and implementation of School, Family, Access, and Educator Programs, and learn about various virtual and in-person programming formats.
  • Public Programs: Assist with planning and implementation of public and academic programs for adult audiences. Help with planning and ongoing research for future events, and support production of interpretation materials, including new digital initiatives.

Independent Projects:

  • Creative: Make a work of art to present (in any media or genre) that responds to Virtual Summer Institute discussions.
  • Research: Produce a written work and presentation about a topic of your choice.

Requirements:

While participating in the Institute, some interns will work in specific departments such as Education, Design, and Curatorial, while others will pursue independent projects. Interns spend 6 hours per week in virtual group presentations and discussion sessions, and 15 hours per week working on either department or independent projects. Department and independent project work may be either remote or hybrid (remote and onsite), but onsite work is not required.

  • Current or recently graduated university student (BA or MA level)
  • Interest in museum work, art, and Jewish culture
  • Ability to participate in a seminar-type discussion
  • Must have internet access and computer with camera
  • Due to the Jewish Museum’s payroll parameters, applicants must have a Social Security Number

Dates: June 19 - August 11, 2023

Applications due: February 28, 2023

To apply, send resume, cover letter, internship application, and list of relevant coursework to interns@thejm.org. Make sure to save your filled-out internship application PDF before sending.

The Jewish Museum is committed to diversifying its staff and encourages individuals of all ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds to apply for this position. The Museum is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Chief Information Officer

The Chief Information Officer is a senior member of the Leadership team of the Jewish Museum, reporting to the COO. The CIO will set and implements a cohesive, forward-looking strategy for the technology ecosystem for the Museum and lead the technology-focused staff with the goal of amplifying The Jewish Museum’s mission. The CIO will lead the design, optimization, and implementation of key technical processes across the organization and oversee the maintenance of both hardware and software infrastructure. As a top-level executive, the CIO will be the voice of technology needs and strategy in organization-level discussions.

 

The successful CIO will possess high emotional intelligence, be a strategic thinker, and serve as an articulate spokesperson for the objectives and ambitions of the institution. They will be a curious listener and critical thinker who can communicate complex technology problems and solutions into plain language.

Department: Finance & Administration
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
Date posted: October 26, 2022
FLSA Status: Exempt
Schedule: Full-time

Responsibilities:

  • Provide leadership and final authority for the Museum’s technology ecosystem including:
    • Digital security
    • Data management and governance
    • Server operations
    • Application lifecycles
    • Desktop support operations
    • Remote access
    • Ongoing technology training and documentation resources for staff
  • Create and advocate for strategic plans to reach technology goals.
  • Advocate for the strategic use of technology to advance the organization.
  • Collaborate with leadership and departments to assess and understand technology needs.
  • Understand The Jewish Museum’s business and mission in order to drive technological and digital innovations that enhance the Museum and empowers its staff.
  • Create and manage budgets for technology staff, hardware, and software.
  • Oversee and manage all technology personnel. This may include a Salesforce administrator, help desk technicians, and a website manager.
  • Practice confident and decisive collaboration with partners across departments to define and deliver effective digital technology projects.
  • Evaluate technology proposals and potential outsourced staff.
  • Oversee and manage any outsourced staff and outsourcing contracts.
  • Evaluate and prioritize potential technology projects.
  • As appropriate, provide leadership for special technology projects.
  • As appropriate, present on technology initiatives to staff, volunteer committees, and board members.

Requirements:

  • 10+ years of progressive experience in IT, including team leadership experience
  • Interest in museums, cultural institutions, or nonprofits
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
  • Extensive knowledge of the technology landscape for cultural organizations
  • Excellent organizational and people management skills
  • Strong inclusive leadership skills with proven ability to work effectively and positively with technical and nontechnical staff across all organizational levels and disciplines, as well as with external contacts.
  • Strong experience with digital transformation projects
  • Experience in selecting and supporting applications for museum departments
  • Previous experience leading or overseeing CRM implementations
  • Previous experience with Salesforce
  • Ability to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects, and interact with staff at all levels and board members with a collaborative mindset
  • Creative, analytical, energetic team player and self-starter with a good sense of humor and a strong desire to succeed
  • Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a Center for Disease Control (CDC) or World Health Organization (WHO) authorized vaccine (or approved for an exemption as a reasonable accommodation due to qualified disability or sincerely held religious belief or other legal basis)

Salary Range for Position: $175,000-$225,000

Send Resume with Cover Letter To:

Director, Human Resources

The Jewish Museum

1109 Fifth Avenue

New York, NY 10128

212.423.3232

The Jewish Museum is committed to diversifying its staff and encourages individuals of all abilities and ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds to apply for this position. The Museum is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Security Guard

The Museum’s Security Guards play a vital role in maintaining the security and safety of the Museum premises, assets, visitors, and staff, while also serving as ambassadors with the Museum’s visitors and guests. 

Department: Operations
Reports to: Associate Director, Security
Date posted: October 13, 2020
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Part-time; 5 days/week, Tuesday - Saturday; less than 40 hours with occasional mandatory OT

Responsibilities:

  • Reports in full uniform to daily security briefing, ready to take assigned post
  • Patrols assigned post noting and reporting all unusual situations related to security and fire safety
  • Interacts with museum visitors and staff in a courteous and helpful manner
  • Conducts daily safety and security survey of assigned post
  • Operates and monitors computer based CCTV and security alarm systems
  • Follows direction and performs all duties related to physical security and fire safety, including assisting during emergency situations that may affect staff, visitors or the museum collections, while maintaining a composed demeanor.
  • Fills-in as Control Room Operator when necessary
  • Takes appropriate action to correct safety and security conditions
  • Responds to medical situations and takes appropriate action
  • Reports for emergency duty when necessary
  • May be required to assist with snow and ice removal from the museum sidewalks and property
  • May be required to perform custodial duties when needed

Requirements:

  • H.S. Diploma or GED
  • Must have a valid Unique Security Registration Number with the N.Y.S. Department of State, Division of Licensing Services
  • Ability to obtain a New York City Fire Department , “Fire Guard, Certificate of Fitness”
  • Ability to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays and overtime
  • Ability to deal with the public and respond to emergency situations
  • Must be able to stand for extended periods of time both indoors and outdoors
  • Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs
  • Customer service experience
  • Experience operating computer based CCTV and security alarm systems, a plus
  • Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a Centers for Disease Control (CDC) or World Health Organization (WHO) authorized vaccine (or approved for an exemption as a reasonable accommodation due to a qualified disability or sincerely held religious belief or other legal basis)  

Salary: $21.47/hour

Send Resume with Cover Letter To:

Director, Human Resources

The Jewish Museum

1109 Fifth Avenue

New York, NY 10128

212.423.3232

The Jewish Museum is committed to diversifying its staff and encourages individuals of all abilities and ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds to apply for this position. The Museum is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.

This is a unionized position with covered employees represented by Local 241, TWU, AFL-CIO.

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Staff Accountant

The Jewish Museum is seeking to hire an Accountant who is experienced in Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains), knowledgeable in Nonprofit GAAPs, and with 2 to 4 years of transactional/corporate accounting experience. The position will also be supervised by the Assistant Controller of the Museum’s Finance Department.

Department: Finance
Reports to: Controller
FLSA Status: Exempt
Schedule: Full-time

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate needs to be strong in analytical and reconciliation skills with great attention to details, and will be responsible for the following:

  • Record revenue and cash receipt/credit card transactions triggered by various revenue sources/streams, including but not limited to contributions and exchange transactions
  • Analyze revenue and receivable accounts on a timely fashion (at least monthly); work with staff at various revenue source (department) levels to reconcile discrepancies/errors identified between revenue/AR records kept in Finance Department versus those kept in various platforms at the revenue source levels, such as Salesforce and Shop platforms
  • Update various required reports in relation to revenue streams as instructed by Assistant Controller
  • Prepare and record journal entries as instructed by Controller and Assistant Controller
  • Record fixed asset transactions into and perform depreciation process using Great Plains’ Fixed Asset module
  • Review cash and credit card transactions, investigate discrepancies/errors, and perform bank reconciliations
  • Follow internal control procedures and obtain proper approvals in relation to AR (and other) responsibilities
  • Backup Bookkeeper position’s duties, including bank runs/deposits and follow up with banks on discrepancies/errors in relation to bank transactions
  • Work with other team members in response to audit (and other compliance) requests

Other Duties and Responsibilities or Relevant Information:

  • Assist Controller and Assistant Controller on ah-hoc reports/projects and other responsibilities in response to changes in responsibilities among members in the Finance team
  • Order office supplies for the Finance team and transfer job position associated accounting records/files to storage at year end

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting (i.e. a formal 4- or 5-year college accounting program)
  • 2 to 4 years of transactional/corporate accounting experience in a Nonprofit corporate environment preferred
  • Experienced in Great Plains modules and MS Excel preferred
  • Must be a motivated self-starter with great attention to details

Other Requirements:

  • Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a Center for Disease Control (CDC) or World Health Organization (WHO) authorized vaccine (or approved for an exemption as a reasonable accommodation due to qualified disability or sincerely held religious belief or other legal basis)
  • Require working both onsite and remote due to COVID-19 pandemic

Salary Range for Position: $75,000-$80,000

Send Resume with Cover Letter To:

Director, Human Resources

The Jewish Museum

1109 Fifth Avenue

New York, NY 10128

212.423.3232

The Jewish Museum is committed to diversifying its staff and encourages individuals of all abilities and ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds to apply for this position. The Museum is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.

This is a unionized position with covered employees represented by Local 2110, UAW, AFL-CIO.

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Design Intern

The Creative Services Department at the Jewish Museum is offering an excellent remote internship opportunity for an individual who is interested in communication design, and would like hands-on experience designing creative materials for a non-profit art and culture museum.

As an intern in the department you may be asked to assist on a variety of projects that include print design, print production, website, motion graphics, and more. The intern will also be invited to attend department meetings.

Department: Creative Services
Reports to: Creative Director
Date posted: May 19, 2020
FLSA Status: Unpaid
Schedule: Two to three days per week

Responsibilities:

  • Support the Creative Services Department with the design of print and digital assets
  • Prepare design files for production
  • Assist in defining brand guidelines and iterating visual system

Requirements:

  • B.F.A. candidate in Graphic Design or Communication Design
  • Experience and knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop); Experience in After Effects, Sketch, and Figma a plus
  • Interest in branding, strong typography skills 
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to handle multiple projects at once
  • Ability to work cooperatively with others at all levels
  • A good sense of humor

To apply send resume, cover letter, internship application, and portfolio to: 

Human Resources Associate
The Jewish Museum
1109 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10128

646.358.3040

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Communications Intern

The Communications Department at the Jewish Museum is offering an excellent opportunity for an individual who is interested in learning about art and cultural communications for a major art museum in NYC. The intern will assist the Communications Department with a variety of tasks including media monitoring and clipping, press list building, and press outreach for exhibitions and public programs that explore the intersection of art and Jewish culture, as well as other projects as assigned.  It is essential that applicants have excellent communication skills, demonstrate creativity, and are detail-oriented.

The intern will receive a museum identification card that allows for free admission to other museums and various discounts.

Department: Communications
Reports to: Senior Coordinator of Communications
Date posted: January 30, 2019
FLSA Status: Unpaid Internship
Schedule: 3 - 5 days per week

Responsibilities:

  • Media research related to the exhibition Leonard Cohen: A Crack in Everything and other summer and fall 2019 exhibitions and programs at the Jewish Museum, including compiling media contact information to expand the press mailing list.
  • Assist with tracking and reporting of media outreach/coverage.
  • Staff film shoots for television and other video coverage of exhibitions.
  • Draft pitches and strategy documents for public and family programs.
  • The opportunity to write press releases or blog posts for the Museum’s Medium platform.

Requirements:

  • B.A. or M.A. candidate with preference given to those with majors or concentrations in Communications or Public Relations, Marketing, or Art History.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Creative and entrepreneurial spirit.
  • Excellent people skills – ability to work cooperatively with others at all levels.
  • Outstanding abilities with regard to written and verbal communications, editing, and proofreading.
  • Strong computer skills with experience using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook etc.). Photoshop helpful but not required.
  • Interest in art and Jewish culture preferred.

Send Resume with Cover Letter and Intern Application To:

Human Resources Coordinator
The Jewish Museum
1109 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10128

212.423.3232

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Marketing Intern

The Jewish Museum seeks an attentive individual with a passion for New York creative culture to assist the Marketing Department advance its attendance and brand awareness goals. Working closely with the Advertising & Outreach Coordinator, this internship is a terrific opportunity to assist with each stage of exhibition and program marketing, from paid advertising campaign strategy and delivery, to unpaid audience growth tactics.

Department: Marketing
Reports to: Advertising & Outreach Coordinator
Date posted: October 18, 2018
FLSA Status: Unpaid Internship
Schedule: 14 – 21 hours per week

Responsibilities:

  • Artist Research
  • Identifying cross-promotional opportunities through research of current cultural events in New York, including exhibitions, museum public programs, concerts, and academic events
  • Audience data collection and basic analysis
  • Light event calendar data entry

Requirements:

  • Current Bachelors or Masters student of Art History, Marketing, Business, Jewish Studies, or other related studies
  • Superb research and organizational skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel  

Please submit resume, cover letter and internship application to:

Human Resources Coordinator
The Jewish Museum
1109 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10128

212.423.3232

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Membership Intern

Gain firsthand professional experience in a membership and development office, and learn about the inner workings of a museum. Assist membership staff with important customer service tasks, in person, over the phone, and via email. Work on special projects in support of overarching membership strategy. Perform data entry as needed. Gain experience in marketing strategy, customer service, database and ticketing platforms, and other software.

Department: Membership
Reports to: Director of Membership
Date posted: October 18, 2018
FLSA Status: Unpaid Internship
Schedule: Schedule is flexible: three days or 21hrs per week

Responsibilities:

  • Assist membership staff with customer service tasks in person at the Museum, over the phone, or via email
  • Perform data entry as needed and pertaining to membership and transaction information
  • Provide general administrative support to the membership department as needed
  • Work on special projects in support of the membership marketing strategy, including competitive analysis research and updating membership manuals

Requirements:

  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, writing, and computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite
  • Ability to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects, and interact with members and staff at all levels
  • Be a detail-oriented, creative, thoughtful, energetic team player and self-starter with a good sense of humor and a strong desire to succeed
  • Willingness to work in office and at events, including evenings, weekends, and some National holidays
  • Previous customer service experience a plus
  • Interest in museums, cultural institutions, or nonprofits preferred
  • B.A./B.S. or M.A. candidate, or recent graduate

Please submit resume, cover letter and internship application to:

Human Resources Coordinator
The Jewish Museum
1109 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10128

212.423.3232

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Development Intern

The Development Department is seeking a high-energy, detail-oriented intern with a keen interest in fundraising and research. This internship is an excellent opportunity for a college or graduate student to gain first-hand professional experience in a museum, with introductions to membership, major gifts, and grant writing. The ideal candidate is an individual with a passion for museums and the ability to think creatively in a bustling cultural institution.

Department: Development
Reports to: Deputy Director of Development and Assistant to the Deputy Director of Development
Date posted: October 18, 2018
FLSA Status: Unpaid Internship
Schedule: Flexible; Minimum 10 hours per week

Responsibilities:

  • Researching museum donors and gift histories, helping us make connections to future institutional fundraising goals  
  • Creating an organized system for disseminating the researched data on an institutional level
  • Occasional miscellaneous projects, as assigned

Requirements:

  • Excellent communication, written, and organizational skills
  • Positive, can-do attitude with a creative stride
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines
  • Thorough knowledge of Word and Excel
  • Interest in learning about fundraising in a major New York City cultural institution
  • Ability to communicate and work with staff of all levels
  • Passion for museums
  • Ability to respect matters of confidentiality
  • B.A./B.S. or M.A. candidate

Please submit resume, cover letter and internship application to:

Human Resources Coordinator
The Jewish Museum
1109 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10128

212.423.3232

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Curatorial Intern - Contemporary Art

We are looking for inspired individuals who would like to join the Curatorial Team of The Jewish Museum and develop their knowledge of exhibition realization in a professional, supportive environment. Fall interns will be assigned to assist Curators with research, correspondence, as well as general administration in connection with forthcoming exhibitions, presentations, and related special projects.

Department: Curatorial Affairs
Reports to: Barnett and Annalee Newman Curator of Contemporary Art
Date posted: August 29, 2018
FLSA Status: Unpaid Internship
Schedule: 2 - 3 days / week

Responsibilities:

The intern works directly with the curator on a wide range of upcoming contemporary exhibitions to open 2019-2021. This will include:

  • A solo presentation of an American artist based in New York, their first in the U.S., that will span 25 years of work in sculpture, painting, drawing and video. The exhibition will open Fall 2019. The intern will:
    • communicate with the artist, their studio and galleries, exhibition lenders and team members, and other departments within the museum on all matters related to exhibition development.
    • be responsible for managing the exhibition checklist, images and info, and creating presentations.
    • assist as needed with all details related to the exhibition catalog
    • draft important documents such as loans.
    • conduct and present research for the curator and other team members on the exhibition.
  • A group exhibition about a legendary singer/songwriter to open Spring 2019, that includes substantial audio/visual presentations by contemporary artists, filmmakers, and sound artists. This is a traveling exhibition that requires logistical support. The intern will be responsible for all manner of organizational needs, including correspondence with the artists and their studios, checklist management and presentation creation.
  • Researching and developing future exhibitions; major solo presentations by a contemporary artist and fashion designer. These exhibitions are in their initial phases and the intern will provide critical research support.

Requirements:

  • B.A. and M.A. candidates in Art History, as well as M.A. Candidates in Arts Administration and Museum Studies preferred.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and excellent organizational, research, and communication skills are a must.
  • Knowledge of Photoshop.
  • Fluency in non-digital research tools such as Microfiche.

Send Resume, Cover Letter and Internship Application To:
 

Human Resources Coordinator
The Jewish Museum
1109 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10128

212.423.3232

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Marketing Intern

The Jewish Museum seeks an attentive individual with a passion for New York creative culture to assist the Marketing Department advance its attendance and brand awareness goals. Working closely with the Advertising & Outreach Coordinator, this internship is a terrific opportunity to assist with each stage of exhibition and program marketing, from paid advertising campaign strategy and delivery, to unpaid audience growth tactics.

Department: Marketing
Reports to: Advertising & Outreach Coordinator
Date posted: August 1, 2018
FLSA Status: Unpaid Internship
Schedule: Part-Time; Schedule TBD

Responsibilities:

  • Artist Research
  • Identifying cross-promotional opportunities through research of current cultural events in New York, including exhibitions, museum public programs, concerts, and academic events
  • Audience data collection and basic analysis
  • Light event calendar data entry

Requirements:

  • Current Bachelors or Masters student of Art History, Marketing, Business, Jewish Studies, or other related studies
  • Superb research and organizational skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel  

Send Resume with Cover Letter and Internship Application To:

Human Resources Coordinator
The Jewish Museum
Phone: (212) 423-3238

(212) 423-3232

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Development Intern

The Development Intern at the Jewish Museum will provide essential support to the Major Gifts team in managing the Museum’s individual giving groups: Young Patrons, Patrons, Contemporary Circle, and Museum Council.

Department: Development
Reports to: Development Associate
Date posted: April 23, 2018
FLSA Status: Unpaid Internship
Schedule: Part-Time; 12 -24 hrs/wk

Responsibilities:

  • Identifying and researching new sources of funding;
  • Supporting the execution of donor group mailings (solicitations, renewals, invitations, and acknowledgments);
  • Updating and maintaining the donor database (Salesforce);
  • Assisting in the planning and staffing of special events;
  • Drafting correspondence;
  • Assisting with the organization of office materials and supplies; and
  • Miscellaneous projects, as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Strong communication, written, and organizational skills
  • Interest in learning about Major Gifts fundraising
  • Knowledge of Word and Excel
  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
  • Willingness to periodically work nights and weekends, as necessary
  • Interest in the arts

Send Resume with Cover Letter and Intern Application To:

Human Resources Coordinator
The Jewish Museum
Phone: (212) 423-3238

(212) 423-3232

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Membership Intern

Gain firsthand professional experience in a membership and development office, and learn about the inner workings of a museum. Assist membership staff with important customer service tasks, in person, over the phone, and via email. Work on special projects in support of overarching membership strategy. Perform data entry as needed. Gain experience in marketing strategy, customer service, database and ticketing platforms, and other software.

Department: Membership
Reports to: Director of Membership
Date posted: April 23, 2018
FLSA Status: Unpaid Internship
Schedule: Schedule is flexible: three days or 21hrs per week

Responsibilities:

  • Assist membership staff with customer service tasks in person at the Museum, over the phone, or via email
  • Perform data entry as needed and pertaining to membership and transaction information
  • Provide general administrative support to the membership department as needed
  • Work on special projects in support of the membership marketing strategy, including competitive analysis research and updating membership manuals

Requirements:

  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, writing, and computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite
  • Ability to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects, and interact with members and staff at all levels
  • Be a detail-oriented, creative, thoughtful, energetic team player and self-starter with a good sense of humor and a strong desire to succeed
  • Willingness to work in office and at events, including evenings, weekends, and some National holidays
  • Previous customer service experience a plus
  • Interest in museums, cultural institutions, or nonprofits preferred
  • B.A./B.S. or M.A. candidate, or recent graduate

Send Resume with Cover Letter and Internship Application To:

Human Resources Coordinator
The Jewish Museum
Phone: (212) 423-3238

(212) 423-3232

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Communications Intern

The Communications Department at the Jewish Museum is offering an excellent opportunity for an individual who is interested in learning about art and cultural communications for a major art museum in NYC. The intern will assist the Communications Department with a variety of tasks including media monitoring and clipping, press list building, and press outreach for exhibitions and public programs that explore the intersection of art and Jewish culture, as well as other projects as assigned.  It is essential that applicants have excellent communication skills, demonstrate creativity, and are detail-oriented.

The intern will receive a museum identification card that allows for free admission to other museums and various discounts.

Department: Communications
Reports to: Senior Coordinator of Communications
Date posted: April 23, 2018
FLSA Status: Unpaid Internship
Schedule: 3 - 5 days per week

Responsibilities:

  • Media research related to fall 2018 and spring 2019 exhibitions and programs at the Jewish Museum, including compiling media contact information to expand the press mailing list.
  • Assist with tracking and reporting of media outreach/coverage.
  • Staff film shoots for television and other video coverage of exhibitions.
  • Draft pitches and strategy documents for public and family programs.
  • The opportunity to write press releases or blog posts for the Museum’s Medium platform.

Requirements:

  • B.A. or M.A. candidate with preference given to those with majors or concentrations in Communications or Public Relations, Marketing, or Art History.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Creative and entrepreneurial spirit.
  • Excellent people skills – ability to work cooperatively with others at all levels.
  • Outstanding abilities with regard to written and verbal communications, editing, and proofreading.
  • Strong computer skills with experience using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook etc.). Photoshop helpful but not required.
  • Interest in art and Jewish culture preferred.

Send Resume with Cover Letter and Internship Application To:

Human Resources Coordinator
The Jewish Museum
(212) 423-3238

(212) 423-3232

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Curatorial Intern

We are looking for inspired individuals who would like to join the Curatorial Team of The Jewish Museum and develop their knowledge of exhibition realization in a professional, supportive environment. Fall interns will be assigned to assist Curators with research, correspondence, as well as general administration in connection with forthcoming exhibitions, presentations, and related special projects.

Department: Curatorial Affairs
Reports to: Associate Curator
Date posted: April 23, 2018
FLSA Status: Unpaid Internship
Schedule: 2-3 days per week

Responsibilities:

The intern will research specific topics in art, share their research, organize visual material, and perform general administration tasks such as (but not limited to) maintaining checklists and budget logs, mailing and invitation lists, general paperwork, and presentation materials.  Current projects include portraiture in the museum’s collections, and further topics in modern art and the museum's collections.  The intern may be asked to research at off-site, public facilities in New York City, such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art library (Thomas Watson Library) the library at MOMA, the New York Public Library, etc.  Other tasks will be assigned as the need arises.

 

Other Duties and Responsibilities (if applicable):

Typing, photocopying, digitization, filing, sorting mail, etc.

Requirements:

B.A. and M.A. candidates in Art History, as well as M.A. Candidates in Arts Administration and Museum Studies preferred

Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and excellent organizational, research, and communication skills are a must.

Send Resume with Cover Letter and Internship Application To:

Human Resources Coordinator
The Jewish Museum
Phone: (212) 423-3238

(212) 423-3232

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Education Intern – School, Family,  and Access Programs

The Education Department at the Jewish Museum is offering an excellent opportunity for an individual who is interested in education and the arts. The Education intern will have the opportunity to work in a variety of areas in the department—school, family, teen, and access programs. Additionally, the intern will help with administrative responsibilities in the department.  The intern will receive a museum identification card that allows for free admission to other museums and various discounts.

Department: Education
Reports to: Associate Manager of School and Educator Programs
Date posted: April 23, 2018
FLSA Status: Unpaid Internship
Schedule: 3 days per week

Responsibilities:

Intern will assist staff with:

  • Family tours and art workshops
  • School tours including prepping art materials, assisting with lessons, and documenting programs
  • Develop, prep and facilitate art projects in the studio
  • Professional development workshops
  • Programs for audiences with special needs
  • Outreach to audiences, such as developing mailing lists
  • Research projects in conjunction with upcoming exhibitions or Museum collection
  • Movies That Matter film program and other teen programs
  • Data entry of program evaluations
  • Other administrative projects as needed

Requirements:

  • Working towards BA (Art History), BFA, (preferred), MA (Art Education, Museum Education), or MFA
  • Strong research and writing skills
  • Knowledge of art history, fine arts, and education
  • Teaching experience and/or experience with children and families preferred
  • Availability on some Sundays preferred

Send Resume with Cover Letter and Internship Application To:

Human Resources Coordinator
The Jewish Museum
Phone: (212) 423-3238

(212) 423-3232

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Communications Intern

The Communications Department at the Jewish Museum is offering an excellent opportunity for an individual who is interested in learning about art and cultural communications for a major art museum in NYC. The Communications Intern will assist the Communications Department with a variety of tasks including media monitoring and clipping, press list building, and press outreach for exhibitions and public programs that explore the intersection of art and Jewish culture, as well as other projects as assigned.  It is essential that applicants have excellent communication skills, demonstrate creativity, and are detail-oriented.

The intern will work on projects related to these exhibitions:

Scenes from the Collection, the Jewish Museum’s new collection exhibition, which will feature more than 650 works from antiquities to contemporary art.
Marc Camille Chaimowicz: Your Place or Mine… ,  the artist’s first solo museum exhibition in the United States, which will present his cross-disciplinary work in sculpture, painting, video, collage, installation, and design made over his nearly 50 year career.
The intern will receive a museum identification card that allows for free admission to other museums and various discounts.

Department: Communications
Reports to: Senior Coordinator of Communications
Date posted: October 9, 2017
FLSA Status: Unpaid Internship
Schedule: 2-3 days per week

Responsibilities:

Media research related to exhibitions and museum programs, including compiling media contact information to expand the press mailing list.
Assist with tracking and reporting of media outreach/coverage.
Staff film shoots for television and other video coverage of exhibitions.
Check-in media who attend press previews for exhibitions.
Draft press releases and strategy documents for public and family programs.

Requirements:

B.A. or M.A. candidate with preference given to those with majors or concentrations in Communications or Public Relations, Marketing, or Art History.
Strong attention to detail.
Creative and entrepreneurial spirit.
Excellent people skills – ability to work cooperatively with others at all levels.
Outstanding abilities with regard to written and verbal communications, editing, and proofreading.
Strong computer skills with experience using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook etc.). Photoshop helpful but not required.
Interest in art and Jewish culture preferred.

To apply, email internship application, resume, and cover letter to:

Human Resources Coordinator
The Jewish Museum
Phone: 212.423.3238

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Communications Intern

The Communications Department at the Jewish Museum is offering an excellent opportunity for an individual who is interested in learning about art and cultural communications for a major art museum in NYC. The Communications Intern will assist the Communications Department with a variety of tasks including media monitoring and clipping, press list building, and press outreach for exhibitions and public programs that explore the intersection of art and Jewish culture, as well as other projects as assigned.  It is essential that applicants have excellent communication skills, demonstrate creativity, and are detail-oriented.

The intern will work on projects related to these exhibitions:

  • Scenes from the Collection, the Jewish Museum’s new collection exhibition, which will feature more than 650 works from antiquities to contemporary art.
  • Marc Camille Chaimowicz: Your Place or Mine… ,  the artist’s first solo museum exhibition in the United States, which will present his cross-disciplinary work in sculpture, painting, video, collage, installation, and design made over his nearly 50 year career.

The intern will receive a museum identification card that allows for free admission to other museums and various discounts.

Department: Communications
Reports to: Senior Coordinator of Communications
Date posted: October 9, 2017
FLSA Status: Unpaid Internship
Schedule: 2-3 days per week

Responsibilities:

  • Media research related to exhibitions and museum programs, including compiling media contact information to expand the press mailing list.
  • Assist with tracking and reporting of media outreach/coverage.
  • Staff film shoots for television and other video coverage of exhibitions.
  • Check-in media who attend press previews for exhibitions.
  • Draft press releases and strategy documents for public and family programs.

Requirements:

  • B.A. or M.A. candidate with preference given to those with majors or concentrations in Communications or Public Relations, Marketing, or Art History.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Creative and entrepreneurial spirit.
  • Excellent people skills – ability to work cooperatively with others at all levels.
  • Outstanding abilities with regard to written and verbal communications, editing, and proofreading.
  • Strong computer skills with experience using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook etc.). Photoshop helpful but not required.
  • Interest in art and Jewish culture preferred.

To apply, email internship application, resume, and cover letter to:

Human Resources Coordinator
The Jewish Museum
Phone: 212.423.3238

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Education Intern – School, Family,  and Access Programs

The Education Department at the Jewish Museum is offering an excellent opportunity for an individual who is interested in education and the arts.  The Education intern will have the opportunity to work in a variety of areas in the department—school, family, teen, and access programs.   Additionally, the intern will help with administrative responsibilities in the department.  The intern will receive a museum identification card that allows for free admission to other museums and various discounts.

Department: Education
Reports to: Associate Manager of School and Educator Programs
Date posted: September 19, 2017
FLSA Status: Unpaid Internship
Schedule: 2-3 days per week

Responsibilities:

Intern will assist staff with:

  • Family tours, concerts, and art workshops
  • School tours including prepping art materials, assisting with lessons, and documenting programs
  • Develop, prep and facilitate art projects in the studio
  • Professional development workshops
  • Programs for audiences with special needs
  • Outreach to audiences, such as developing mailing lists
  • Research projects in conjunction with upcoming exhibitions or Museum collection
  • Movies That Matter film program and other teen programs
  • Data entry of program evaluations
  • Other administrative projects as needed

Requirements:

  • BA (Art History), BFA, (preferred) or working towards MA (Art Education, Museum Education), MFA
  • Strong research and writing skills
  • Knowledge of art history, fine arts, and education
  • Teaching experience and/or experience with children and families preferred
  • Availability on Sundays preferred

To apply, email internship application, resume, and cover letter to:

Human Resources Coordinator
The Jewish Museum
Phone: 212.423.3238

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Digital & Social Media Intern

The Jewish Museum seeks a motivated intern with a passion for art and technology to join the Jewish Museum’s Digital team. While developing their knowledge of digital strategy within a museum environment, the intern will support the Digital department in activities related to the website, blog, email, and social media.

For the spring 2018 season, the Digital Marketing Intern will support exhibitions including Scenes from the Collection, Marc Camille Chaimowicz: Your Place or Mine, and the New York Jewish Film Festival. The intern will receive a museum identification card that allows for free admission to other museums and various discounts.

Department: Digital
Reports to: Digital Marketing Associate
Date posted: September 19, 2017
FLSA Status: Unpaid Internship
Schedule: 2-3 days per week

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain select areas of thejewishmuseum.org and blog
  • Research and draft content for social media channels
  • Contribute to analytics reports on digital activities
  • Upload and tag digital assets such as photos and videos
  • Support administrative tasks as needed

Requirements:

  • B.A. or M.A. candidate in Art History, Communications, or related field
  • Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite required
  • Knowledge of HTML, WordPress and MailChimp a plus
  • Active social media user on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr, Flickr, and YouTube
  • Excellent writing and communications skills
  • Genuine interest in art and Jewish culture

To apply, email internship application, resume, and cover letter to:

Human Resources Coordinator
The Jewish Museum
Phone: 212.423.3238

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Curatorial Intern (Arts Administration)

The Position:

We are looking for inspired individuals who would like to join the Curatorial Team of The Jewish Museum and develop their knowledge of museum administration and exhibition realization in a professional, supportive environment. The Curatorial Intern for Arts Administration will be assigned to assist the Curatorial Department Coordinator with general administration in connection with forthcoming exhibitions, film festivals, presentations, and related special projects.

Department: Curatorial Affairs
Reports to: Curatorial Department Coordinator
Date posted: September 19, 2017
FLSA Status: Unpaid Internship
Schedule: 1-2 days per week

Responsibilities:

The intern would be requested to respond to unsolicited exhibition submissions, process mail for the Department, maintain and update departmental mailing lists, maintain the 6th Floor elevator lobby informational display, process department invoices & receipts while maintaining a budget log, update the exhibition schedule, prepare materials for weekly meetings, schedule meetings, and other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements:

  • B.A. and/or M.A. in an arts related field is a must. College juniors and seniors, as well as M.A. candidates in Arts Administration and Museum Studies are invited to apply.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, as well as excellent organizational, research, and communication skills are a must.

To apply, email internship application, resume, and cover letter to:

Human Resources Coordinator
The Jewish Museum
Phone: 212.423.3238

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Curatorial Intern

We are looking for inspired individuals who would like to join the Curatorial Team of The Jewish Museum and develop their knowledge of exhibition realization in a professional, supportive environment. Fall interns will be assigned to assist Curators with research, correspondence, as well as general administration in connection with forthcoming exhibitions, presentations, and related special projects.

Department: Curatorial Affairs
Reports to: Curatorial Associate
Date posted: August 7, 2017
FLSA Status: Unpaid Internship
Schedule: Part-Time/ TBD

Responsibilities:

The intern will research specific topics in art, share their research, organize visual material, and perform general administration tasks such as (but not limited to) maintaining checklists and budget logs, mailing and invitation lists, general paperwork, and presentation materials.  Current projects include the painter, Chaïm Soutine, portraiture in the museum’s collections, and further topics in modern art and the museum's collections.  The intern may be asked to research at off-site, public facilities in New York City, such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art library (Thomas Watson Library) the library at MOMA, the New York Public Library, etc.  Other tasks will be assigned as the need arises. 

Requirements:

  • B.A. and M.A. candidates in Art History, as well as M.A. Candidates in Arts Administration and Museum Studies preferred
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and excellent organizational, research, and communication skills are a must.

To apply, email internship application, resume, and cover letter to:

Human Resources Coordinator
The Jewish Museum
Phone: (212) 423-3238

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Assistant to Director of Development

The Jewish Museum seeks a detailed-oriented, proactive individual to provide essential administrative support and project coordination for the Director of Development, who oversees fundraising for the institution, including Major Gifts, Institutional Giving, Special Events, Membership, and Research. The position requires exceptional organizational skills and excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. The candidate must possess a strong ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines, and work under varying degrees of supervision (including independently) in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Successful candidates will be able to handle projects with a can-do attitude, thrive in a role with a high degree of responsibility, and feel comfortable interacting with all levels of the Museum community.

Department: Development
Reports to: Director of Development
Date posted: December 18, 2015
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Full Time

Responsibilities:

  • Serve as main administrative support and liaison for the Director of Development
  • Coordinate special projects within and across Development
  • Liaise with Museum Trustees, funders, staff, consultants, vendors and other professional colleagues on behalf of the Director of Development, including drafting and editing letters, emails, and reports
  • Organize and prepare materials for meetings including for the Board Development Committee, donors, and staff
  • In conjunction with the Systems manager, act as the departmental liaison for list management, including invitations, catalogue mailings, and donor lists
  • Assist with Development Director’s  to-do list and contact lists, including making accurate entries into the Development database
  • Manage/schedule Development Director’s busy calendar
  • Provide general administrative support including answering phones, setting up for meetings, greeting guests, filing, mailings, and expense reporting  

Requirements:

  • 1-2 years full-time administrative experience with demonstrated interest in museums and arts & culture organizations
  • A positive attitude and an entrepreneurial spirit
  • Exceptional organizational abilities and attention to detail
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and work accurately to meet deadlines
  • Excellent writing skills
  • Strong oral communication skills and phone manner
  • Strong judgment and the ability to maintain confidentiality 
  • Fluency with Microsoft Office and experience with Raiser’s Edge or  Salesforce
  • B.A./B.S. degree required

Please send your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to:

Director of Human Resources
The Jewish Museum
1109 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10128
 

212.423.3232

The Jewish Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.