For students

NUS Museum is offering internship opportunities for 10 NUS students undergraduate and graduate students keen on exploring museum work across our Curatorial, Outreach, and Collection units as part of the Internship Programme. This paid position will require interns to work in the unit of their choosing within the Museum and, additionally, develop and execute a curatorial gesture as a group for the upcoming academic year.

Shortlisted applicants will participate in a four-week Museum Lab every Monday and Friday from 27 May to 23 June 2024. The Museum Lab will provide interns with a foundational knowledge of visual cultures, museum practice and the skills necessary to develop and execute a curatorial gesture within their groups. Upon completion of the Museum Lab, interns will be grouped into two groups of 5 to work towards developing and executing 2 separate curatorial projects in the coming semester. This is in addition to the internship duties assigned by respective supervisors.

This internship is three months long, from 27 May to 16 August 2024. At the discretion of the intern’s supervisor, the internship may be extended into the next academic year. Interns should expect to work on Saturdays when required and may be called back during other programmes on an ad-hoc basis.

During the vacation period, students will be paid a maximum of $800 monthly at $12/hour. For all students, hours worked are strictly capped during the vacation period at 44 hours maximum per week.

Deadline: Monday, 6 May 2024*

*Shortlisting and interviews will be held on a rolling basis. Once a suitable candidate is found, the position will be closed. Due to the number of applications we receive, we apologise in advance as we are unable to notify applicants who are not shortlisted.

Available Positions:

1. Marketing Assistant

2. Curatorial Assistant

3. Curatorial Research Assistant (Object Study and Exhibitions)

4. Curatorial Assistant and Designer (Mobile Museum)

5. Outreach Programmes Assistant
   

Should you have any questions regarding this internship programme, please get in touch with NUS Museum via email: museum@nus.edu.sg

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FAQs

Eligibility

Applications are welcome from all undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at NUS who are based in Singapore.

Are tertiary students (junior college, polytechnic) eligible to apply for the NUS Museum Work Opportunities?

Work opportunities are generally pitched at the undergraduate level and it is not advisable for tertiary students to apply. However, if you are interested in working with us, we offer volunteer positions from time to time. Please write in to museum@nus.edu.sg if you would like to work with us.

Can I apply if I have another job elsewhere (e.g. part-time position with another department in NUS)?

It is possible, but not advisable to hold multiple positions when applying with us. Students who hold multiple positions across NUS will have to be responsible for their own time management, keeping to the maximum of 44 hours of work per week across all positions held. This will also have to be held in negotiation with your supervisor.

Can I apply if I have other commitments (e.g. holiday plans, extra-curricular activities) during the work period?

Yes, as long as you are still able to complete the tasks required of you within stipulated work period. For the semester period, most students work part-time on top of their regular studies, and working hours (with a maximum cap of 16 hours per week for international students, and 44 hours per week for local students during the semester) will be determined on a discretionary basis with your supervisor. During the vacation period, work if full-time, and you may request/discuss for days off with your supervisor as long as they are not disruptive to the overall working period. Please state your dates of unavailability in the application form.

Do I need to have an art/museum-related academic background to apply?

No, we welcome students from all academic backgrounds to apply. However, make sure that you are able to demonstrate interest and capability for the positions you are applying for. Do note that some positions may ask for familiarity in certain topics.

May I apply for more than 1 position offered by NUS Museum?

No, please only apply for 1 position at each time. Please also ensure that you meet the requirements for the position you are applying for, and are able to demonstrate the relevant interest and capability for the position.