Museums

Librarian/Cataloguer Intern (Unpaid)

10 weeks, 10 hours per week (flexible)

Position Description: The Museum for Art in Wood in Philadelphia, PA, is looking for a part-time Librarian/Cataloguer Intern to catalogue new acquisitions of books. This will include inputting associated data into the PastPerfect collections management database as well as organizing, labeling, and shelving (also re-shelving as-needed) material in alphabetical and numerical order. If time allows, the Intern will use an existing inventory of books to identify duplicates within the collection and document condition issues.

The intern will perform physical tasks, such as lifting and moving library material up to 30 pounds and will also be expected to use a computer for extended periods of time to catalogue using Excel and the PastPerfect collections management database.

Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library encompasses an unrivaled museum of American decorative arts in its mansion and galleries and a magnificent 60-acre naturalistic garden—all set on 1,000 gorgeous acres.

Winterthur employs a wide array of positions in the areas of curatorial, horticulture, education, conservation, library, maintenance, marketing, development, technology, and administration.

Arch Street Meeting House Preservation Trust (ASMHPT) in conjunction with Philadelphia Yearly Meeting (PYM) seeks a Visitor Services Associate to provide visitor services and operations assistance at Arch Street Meeting House.

Position Summary:

The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History (The Weitzman) seeks an entrepreneurial, dynamic, visionary, and strategic leader to serve as its Director of Education. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this individual will be responsible for advancing the Museum’s mission through innovative and engaging educational programming that deepens understanding of the American Jewish experience, fosters intercultural dialogue, and supports lifelong learning for diverse audiences.

The Director of Education will oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of all educational initiatives, including K-12 school programs, teacher professional development, public programming, digital learning, and community outreach. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for Jewish history and identity, and demonstrated success in museum or informal education leadership.

Primary Function:  The Group Sales Coordinator is responsible for the development and marketing of a robust group sales tour program at the Barnes Foundation and at Calder Gardens. Duties include growing a diversified pool of tourism industry and group tour networks with an eye toward premier pricing opportunities, oversees the group inquiry and booking process as well as the onsite experience, stewarding group leaders to promote repeat visitation. This position also establishes and maintains relationships with peer cultural institutions, group sales vendors, hospitality and conference venues, and tourism organizations to position the Barnes and Calder Gardens as compelling destinations for a wide range of audiences.  The coordinator is responsible for forecasting and achieving budgeted revenue goals from group visitation and developing new group tour and other admissions-related business opportunities. In addition, this position works with the Director of Dining and Events and the Foundation’s food service provider to design food service offerings for groups who visit the Foundation.   This position works closely with the events, sales, and GPS management teams.

Primary Function: The Membership Coordinator supports the membership program in acquiring, renewing, upgrading and stewarding members at all levels. The coordinator is responsible for communicating with members, and providing customer service including payments, exclusive programs and tours, and other stewardship opportunities. The coordinator will work closely with the Director of Membership and Senior Membership Coordinator to launch the membership benefits at Calder Gardens in 2026 and support the existing member benefits program at the Barnes.  

Visitor Services Associate
Schedule: Part-time, 18-25 hours per week, Wednesday through Sunday, some evenings as needed
Salary: Hourly,  $15/hour
Start date: May 2025

Qualifications
The successful candidate will be experienced, motivated, customer service oriented, and excel in high-end retail sales. The Visitor Services Sales Associate serves as an ambassador for the organization’s mission and vision.

Preference will be given to candidates with previous experience in the arts and cultural organizations, particularly in museum or gallery sales.

For over 200 years, the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) - the oldest art museum and school in the nation - has supported a close-knit community of curators, faculty, critics, scholars, museum professionals, and alumni and created a home for contemporary artists to reinvent tradition and make their own mark on the future. PAFA is a national leader in fine arts education that brings together artists and the public through exceptional teaching programs, a world-class collection of American art, major exhibitions, and widely accessible public programs.

The Assistant Director of Group Sales will oversee strategy, planning, and execution of The Franklin Institute’s Contact Center, with a primary focus on Group Sales. This position will lead the daily operation of the Contact Center, which is TFI’s hub for guest communication and advance ticket sales, as well as managing and reporting the Admission Department’s funds. This is a critical role at The Franklin Institute that establishes the TFI customer experience by creating a culture of best-in-class pre- and post-visit service.

The Assistant Preparator and Preservation Technician maintains the public sections of the museum’s four historic buildings with daily/weekly/annual tasks that ensure the professional presentation of the sites and the preservation of the collections. They also provide support with exhibition and gallery installations and regular maintenance of the art collection on display and in storage.