About the role#
The New Britain Museum of American Art is hiring a Luce Curatorial Fellow to support the Puerto Rico in Focus initiative. This project explores the historical intersections of Puerto Rican and American art. You will work with two exhibition co-curators to manage research, catalogue development, loan coordination, and public programming. This is a full-time, on-site, paid role based in New Britain, Connecticut. You will report to the Director of Collections and Exhibitions.
What you'll do#
- Conduct scholarly research on artists, collections, and themes. You will maintain artist dossiers, bibliographies, and research files.
- Assist with the exhibition checklist and manage loan requests, including communications with lending institutions and the Registration Department.
- Support the exhibition catalogue by tracking deadlines, coordinating author requests, and preparing object entries.
- Coordinate project logistics, including meeting agendas, internal communications, and project timelines.
- Help plan a scholarly advisory convening, which involves managing travel, honoraria, and briefing materials.
- Work with the Learning and Engagement Department to create educational materials and digital guide content.
- Assist with administrative tasks like tracking expenditures, processing invoices, and preparing grant reports.
- Research potential acquisitions that align with the goals of the Puerto Rico in Focus initiative.
What you'll need#
- A Master's degree in Art History, Museum Studies, or a related field. Ph.D. candidates are encouraged to apply.
- Professional experience in a museum or gallery setting.
- Fluency in Spanish, including writing, reading, and speaking.
- Knowledge of Puerto Rican, Caribbean, Latin American, or American art, particularly from the 18th to the 20th centuries.
- Strong research skills with experience in archival or object-based study.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects at once.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Availability for domestic travel, including research trips to Puerto Rico.
Location & details#
- Location: New Britain, Connecticut.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid contract position.
About New Britain Museum of American Art
The New Britain Museum of American Art opened in 1903 as the first institution in the country dedicated exclusively to American art. It maintains a collection of over 8,300 works, including colonial portraiture, American Impressionism, and the Ash Can School. The museum operates as a nonprofit organization based in New Britain, Connecticut. It employs between 11 and 50 people and serves as a teaching resource for the public through its permanent collection and rotating exhibitions.
How to get in at New Britain Museum of American Art
Securing an internship at the New Britain Museum of American Art requires staying ahead of the crowd. Because early applicants are often reviewed before the volume of submissions becomes unmanageable, you should use Intern Insider to receive an instant alert the moment a new role is published. This ensures you are among the first to submit your materials.
Connecting with the right person at the museum can also improve your chances of getting a response. Intern Insider surfaces the recruiters behind the company roles, allowing you to reach out directly to inquire about the position or request a referral. This personal approach often works better than relying solely on a standard application queue.
