Conservation: Artist Material Collection Intern

SFMOMA

3 months ago

San Francisco, CA

Onsite

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About this role

This summer internship in the Elise S. Haas Conservation Department at SFMOMA focuses on developing and organizing the Artist Material Collection. The intern will work closely with conservation staff to process artist materials related to works in the museum’s permanent collection. Over nine weeks, they will gain exposure to conservation workflows, collections documentation, and storage practices in a large modern and contemporary art museum. The program also includes structured mentorship, cross-departmental presentations, and local educational visits.

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Qualifications

Enrolled in Graduate ProgramGraduate Degree in Museum Studies

About SFMOMA

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San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) is one of the largest museums of modern and contemporary art in the United States, dedicated to presenting and collecting the art of our time. Located in San Francisco, it houses a wide-ranging collection across painting, sculpture, photography, design, architecture, and media arts and mounts rotating exhibitions of international and local artists. SFMOMA also offers public programs, education and research initiatives, tours, events, and membership opportunities to engage diverse audiences. The museum is known for its architectural presence and commitment to making contemporary art accessible and relevant.