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Art Gallery Intern
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Job ID 4600
Job Type On-Campus Jobs (FWS) Tier 1
Employer School of Art
Date Posted Aug 07, 2026
Category Communications/Media
Job Description

Location: Gallery 1010, 100 S. Gay Street, Suite 114, Knoxville, TN 37902* 

*Note: this location is off-campus in a gallery space downtown operated by the University of Tennessee School of Art. 

Art gallery interns work alongside the gallery directors to oversee exhibition openings. Hours will primarily follow the gallery’s once a week exhibition opening schedule on Thursday or Friday from 5-7pm, with the option to attend additional leadership meetings. Intern's primary responsibilities include helping to open and close the gallery space, recording number of visitors, greeting visitors and informing them about the gallery space and exhibitions, and monitoring securing of the gallery and the art.  

Other responsibilities include editing the gallery’s social media, webpage, and OneDrive. This position offers an introduction to gallery operations for those interested in curation and museum studies. 

Job Requirements

- Enthusiasm for art and general art knowledge 

- Personable: able to greet and interact with visitors, remember names and faces 

- Professional, organized, and detail-oriented 

- Time management skills - able to stay on task and track hours 

- Communication skills - experience using and posting within social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) 

- Reliable transportation to and from the gallery (off campus)  

Evaluation Procedure

Students and direct supervisors will have open and ongoing communication regarding performance and development. Direct supervisors will conduct a formal performance evaluation at least one time per semester.

Evaluation criteria include punctuality, reliability, and communication skills. 

Available Openings 1
Hours 2.0 to 4.0 hours per week
Hourly Rate $11.00/hour
Time Frame All Year
Contact Name Carmen Atkins
Contact Email catkin29@utk.edu
Work Location 1715 Volunteer Blvd Knoxville TN 37996
Phone 8659743194
Fax N/A
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