Collections Assistant

4 weeks ago


Washington, Washington, D.C., United States National Building Museum Full time
Job Details

Level: Entry

Job Location: National Building Museum - Main Office - Washington, DC

Education Level: Graduate Degree

Description

The National Building Museum is a private, nonprofit institution dedicated to inspiring curiosity about the world we design and build. We are seeking a graduate-level intern to assist with the inventory and rehousing of our Northwestern Terra Cotta collection.

Position Description

The successful candidate will work closely with the Collections Manager and Senior Registrar to organize, catalogue, and photograph new acquisitions. This will involve undergoing object handling training, cataloging training, and entering data into excel spreadsheets for bulk upload into the Museum's collections management database and collections website.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with Collections Manager and Senior Registrar to organize, catalogue, and photograph new acquisitions
  • Undergo object handling training and cataloging training
  • Enter data into excel spreadsheets for bulk upload into the Museum's collections management database and collections website
  • Research into the history and use of specific tools, as needed
Qualifications
  • Candidates must be enrolled in or a recent graduate of a graduate program
  • Previous experience with museum collections preferred
  • Knowledge of collections management databases, preferably PastPerfect
  • Knowledge of proper archival and collections management techniques
  • Self-starter that can work independently
  • Be creative and a problem solver
  • Ability to work well in a team environment
Our Commitment

The National Building Museum is committed to diversity and inclusion. We value diverse perspectives and believe the power of diversity enriches us all. Creating an inclusive environment is critical to every individual's work. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply.



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