Job Openings

COLLECTIONS ASSOCIATE
MMAA seeks a collections care professional with past work experience in the area of cataloguing, database entry, art handling and storage, and inventorying of art collections.  The Collections Associate will work with a collections assistant to update and research catalog records, facilitate collections storage issues, and reconcile the findings of a 2010-11 registrar-led inventory of the MMAA collections, which number over 4,000 works of American art from the 19th century to the present.

Timeline and Commitment
Part-time, approximately 20-24 hours per week.

Deadline for Application
Friday, February 24, 2012; position will start mid-March.

Download full description and application requirements.

Send resume, cover letter, and references to:
Kristin Makholm, Executive Director
Minnesota Museum of American Art
408 St. Peter Street, Suite 419
St. Paul, MN  55102
kmakholm@mmaa.org

Internships

DEVELOPMENT AND MEMBERSHIP INTERN
This internship position provides support to the Director of Development of the Minnesota Museum of American Art (MMAA).  As the MMAA does not currently operate a permanent gallery space, all exhibitions and events take place “on the road.” 

Interns with an interest in development and membership programs will gain firsthand experience working in a professional museum atmosphere, receive valuable knowledge of the nonprofit arts and cultural sector, and be directly involved in projects useful for resume building. Interns work intimately with staff members and are encouraged to work to their strengths. They often gain valuable insights into their own interests and abilities, as well as professional references for excellent performance. In-turn, individuals will provide the MMAA with assistance in running an ambitious museum based arts program during this exciting time of growth.  

Timeline and Commitment
Flexible hours, but we would like a three-month commitment to start, continuing on as desired.  Minimum of 8-10 hours/week.  This internship is unpaid.

Download full description and application requirements.

Send cover letter and resume to:
Jane Johnson, Director of Development
Minnesota Museum of American Art
408 St. Peter Street, Suite 419
St. Paul, MN 55102
jjohnson@mmaa.org

Volunteer Opportunities

Applications and resumes for various volunteer opportunities with MMAA are accepted on a rolling basis; however the number of volunteers MMAA is able to take on at one time is based on office availability and projects. We are looking for individuals willing and able to:

•    Update mailing lists, databases, and related files
•    Organize and file research, information, and archives
•    Assist staff with mailings, answering phones, reserving conference rooms, etc.
•    Assist with events and MMAA related activities (e.g. set-up, run welcome table, distribute postcards, etc.)
•    Other tasks related to development, marketing, and collections as needed

If you have an interest in volunteering with Minnesota Museum of American Art, please fill out our Volunteer Application Form and send it to:

Minnesota Museum of American Art
Attn: Human Resources
408 St. Peter Street, Suite 419
St. Paul, MN 55102

Fax: 651.797.4748
Email: info@mmaa.org