Dedo and Barron Kidd McDermott Intern Fellow European Art

Description

Position
:
Dedo and Barron Kidd McDermott Intern Fellow for European Art

Reports to
:
The Lillian and James H. Clark Assistant Curator of European Art

Classification
:
Non-Exempt, Full-Time, Hourly

Benefits
:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid holiday, personal and sick time; $500 for professional development

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

Internship Period
:
September 1, 2026 – May 28, 2027

Salary
: $15/hour, 35 hours per week

The Dallas Museum of Art is a space of wonder and discovery where art comes alive.

The DMA will:

• Place art and our diverse communities at the center around which all activities radiate.
• Pursue excellence in collecting and programming, present works of art across cultures and time, and be a driving force in contemporary art.
• Strengthen our position as a prominent, innovative institution, expanding the meaning and possibilities of learning and creativity.

The intern will assist with research and the daily operations of the European Art department. Main responsibilities include enhancing records in the Museum's collections management system (TMS), updating collection content on the Museum website, and conducting provenance research. The intern will support curatorial projects by attending interdepartmental meetings and working collaboratively with staff across the Museum.

• Support ongoing research and documentation of the Dallas Museum of Art’s European art collection.
• Update and augment collections content within TMS and on the website.
• Conduct provenance research (training will be provided).
• Research and draft acquisition justifications.
• Draft labels and didactic materials which may be used in the galleries and/or online.
• Conduct research utilizing various resources, including object files and the Museum's Mayer Library and Archive.
• Attend regular one-on-one, departmental, and interdepartmental team meetings.
• Support other curatorial projects of the European art department as needed.

• Learn object-based research skills, including the use of TMS collections management software.
• Learn provenance research skills and complete provenance research project .
• Gain experience with writing for various audiences in a museum context.
• Refine professional goals and interests through mentorship from internship supervisor.
• Develop professional communication and interpersonal skills through collaboration with Museum colleagues.
• Understand the roles and functions of different staff within the Museum as well as the relationship between the departments and how they all function together.

• BA in Art History or related discipline.
• Background in one or more areas of European art from the Middle Ages to the 19th century.
• Reading proficiency in French or German preferred.

• BA in Art History or related discipline.
• Background in one or more areas of European art from the Middle Ages to the 19th century.
• Reading proficiency in French or German preferred.

McDermott Internship Program applications must include all of the below items in order to be complete. Please ensure you have reviewed the list below closely and all files are included with your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered, and late materials will not be accepted. If you have any difficulty with the application process or the Paylocity system, please first reach out to internships for assistance.

Upload and attach your resume, personal statement cover letter, writing sample, and two letters of recommendation in your application form, as specified below. If your two references would prefer to submit their letters directly, please direct them to submit the letter of recommendation through the McDermott Internship Recommendation Form. All items must be received no later than March 16, 2026
.

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