Art Gallery High School Intern, Part-Time

Giertz Gallery at Parkland College is offering internships for Summer/Early Fall 2024.
Interns will work approximately 15 hours per week for up to 14 weeks, at a pay rate of $14.00/hour.

Application review will begin immediately until all positions are filled.

The Giertz Gallery at Parkland College Summer Youth Employment Internship is designed to give participants a range of experience in the operation of a contemporary art gallery within an educational institution. The purpose of the internship is to provide high school students with meaningful on-the-job training and experience working in a nonprofit arts organization and educational environment. Through this program, students will develop a deeper comprehension of the work involved in nonprofit arts administration, gain a better understanding of the role of the arts in communities, and develop "real life" business skills that can be put to use in their future careers. Students will also gain exposure to possibilities for a career working in the arts. This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency, and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.

The Art Gallery High School Internship is a part-time hourly, grant-funded, summer internship on a schedule established by the Art Gallery Director. Duties include serving as Gallery Attendant, providing an invaluable service to the college and the public, to create a welcoming and informative environment for all visitors while overseeing the safety of exhibited artwork. Internal and external events may require an altered work schedule.

Summer Gallery hours are Monday-Wednesday, 10 AM-5 PM and Thursday, 10 AM-7 PM.

All applicants must submit:

• An online Parkland College employment application with cover letter.
• Two (2) letters of recommendation. We recommend at least one (1) being from a high school art teacher. Letters of recommendation may be attached to the application or emailed to .

Essential Job Functions
Work closely with gallery staff to learn many aspects of gallery operations such as:

• Assist with exhibition preparation, installation and de-installation.
• Help with opening receptions, tours, and other gallery tasks where there is opportunity to interact with artists and the public audience.
• Assist artists participating in the summer exhibit.
• Assist gallery director with outreach and public relations and with preparatory work for upcoming fundraiser.
• Organize a mini-exhibition from the Parkland College Art Collection.
• Work at the front desk.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a high school student or 2024 graduate.
• Must have an active interest in the arts and a keen desire to learn the inner workings of a nonprofit/educational gallery space.
• Must be punctual and dependable.
• Must be detail oriented and able to follow directions.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally.

Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://www.parkland.edu/careers will not be considered.

Please monitor your email, including spam or junk mail folders, for future correspondence from Parkland College Human Resources.

For further information application process, please contact at 217-351-2220.

Applicants with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted by contacting Human Resources at 217-351-2220 or by emailing .

Equal Opportunity Employer