Paid Internship - Collection Management Copyright ...

INTERNSHIP POSITION SUMMARYThe Cincinnati Art Museum has an opening for a part-time Collection Management Copyright Intern for the spring of 2026. This position provides the candidate an opportunity to gain collections/data management experience.The intern will assist with reviewing/organizing hardcopy copyright documents, audit against copyright information in the collection management database, research/correct discrepancies and assist with the development of data entry formatting.The Collection Management Copyright Intern will also receive an overview of related general collection management practices, records management, exhibition and loan processes, condition reporting, art handling and crating/packing. This is a 12-week paid internship beginning in January or February 2026 and is scheduled for 20-24 hours per week.ESSENTIAL INTERNSHIP FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIESReporting to and working alongside the Head Registrar and permanent collection registrar, internship duties include, but are not limited to the following:Review, organize hardcopy Artist Copyright documents for status, validity, and completenessAudit, update copyright information to ensure the database records are accurateAssist with the development of proper copyright database standards; accordingly update copyright intake formCreate an FAQ copyright reference document for museum staffResearch policies and assist with the drafting of an institutional policyOther duties as assigned INTERNSHIP REQUIREMENTSUndergraduate or graduate student with a focus in humanities, museum studies, public administration, or a related fieldResearch and organizational skillsAttention to detail, ability to work independently, and prioritize tasks toward meeting project deadlinesProficiency with MS Office SuiteTeamwork oriented, ability to collaborate across departmentsCommitment to confidentiality and ethical behaviorTMS Collections or other collection management system experience preferred but not requiredTechnical writing, cataloging, copyright, and/or database management experience is a plus Compensation details: 12-15 Hourly Wage PIfecea3d4f898-29400-38712176

Created: 2025-10-04