Volunteer at Women & Their Work

Women & Their Work is an art organization that serves as a catalyst for contemporary art created by women living and working in Texas and beyond. Volunteers and interns play an essential role in making our gallery a welcoming and vibrant space for all.

Current volunteer opportunities!

Register for upcoming shifts through our GivePulse page:

Interested in group or corporate volunteer opportunities? Contact Jordan Nelsen, [email protected]

Summer Internships

Details

Internship dates: late May/early June – August 2024

Flexible schedule: approximately 10 hours per week; all positions will be primarily working in person with some flexibility for remote work.

Attendance required at events

Availability to work one Saturday per month 

All interns are expected to perform general administration duties in an efficient & timely manner: answering phones, responding to visitor inquiries, passing along messages, basic data entry

Opportunity for position to continue through fall.

Positions are open until filled.

Evaluation

Intern will work with the Program Director to create project timelines and receive training. The intern will meet monthly with staff and give updates on progress and discuss any issues or training needs. Staff will review work prior to meetings and provide feedback.

Benefits

Complimentary Art Advocate membership to Women & Their Work

Summer Internship Descriptions 

Programs

The Programs Intern will assist with the following:

  • Planning and implementation of programs (virtual & in person)
  • Developing interactive materials for a variety of audiences.
  • Development, implementation, and promotion of our membership programs 
  • Assisting with student tours and help create educational materials for exhibitions 
  • Processing memberships and assist with database management
  • Assembling membership materials and acknowledgements
  • Making website updates
  • Supporting on and off-site activity and perform administrative work related to public programs
Skills Needed
    • Excellent written and oral communication skills
    • Ability to multitask
    • Ability to work individually and as a team
    • Proficient in social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, etc.

Gallery Assistant

Assist the Gallery Director with gallery operations, including caretaking of exhibitions, upkeep of prep area, and stock of supplies.

  • Assist the Gallery Director, Preparator, and exhibiting artists with installation/deinstall of exhibitions.
  • Perform exhibitions-related research where needed.
  • Assist with the development of exhibition materials such as gallery guides, in-gallery displays and interactive materials for a variety of audiences.
  • Organize, inventory, and maintain the prep room.
  • Assist with the implementation and promotion of programs and special events.
  • Set up for receptions and performances.
  • May handle routine correspondence with artists and community.
Skills Needed
    • Must be handy with tools 
    • Able to move bulky objects
    • Excellent oral communication skills
    • Team player

Visual Communication and Outreach

The Visual Communication and Outreach intern will assist with the following:

  • Creation and development of designed campaigns and collateral
  • Update and maintain archives
  • Assist with social media programming updates & posts
  • Assist team on website updates 
  • Support on and off-site activity and perform administrative work
Skills Needed
    • Excellent written and oral communication skills
    • Ability to multitask
    • Good analytical, research, planning and organizational skills
    • Proficient in social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, etc.
    • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite preferred

Events

The Events Intern will assist with the fall fundraiser, public events, membership events & exhibition openings and the following:

  • Planning and coordination of our fall fundraising event
  • Assisting with the logistics of public events, membership events & exhibition openings
  • Recruiting volunteers for events
  • Coordinating digital communications including press releases, invitations and marketing efforts
  • Researching and developing strategies to increase sponsors and ticket sales
  • Processing sponsorships and ticket sales and assist with database management
Skills Needed
    •     Strong attention to detail
    •     Excellent communication skills
    •     Proficiency in iOS and Mac processing
    •     Proficient in social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, etc.
How To Apply

Please email Diane Sikes,  [email protected] with the following:

  •   A cover letter letting us know what you hope to learn and what you would contribute
  •   Resume
  •   Contact information for three references
  •   Your semester schedule (if applicable)
  •   Please list the title of the internship you are applying for in your email’s subject line