PSINGA450 - Internship: Gallery Assistant

Internships

Semester Credits: 3

Contact Hours: 120

 

Prerequisites: A2 level of Italian language. Cover letter, CV, portfolio of previous work, and material pertinent to the chosen area, interview.

 

Description: 3 semester credits. This internship course involves students in the curating activities of a professional fine arts gallery. Students will collaborate with curators and gallery managers on the organizational and operational tasks of developing, organizing, and implementing an art exhibition. Interaction with local and international artists will be a fundamental aspect of the internship, and duties will range from logistical preparation, administrative duties for the gallery management, promotion and press documentation, and other tasks assigned by the organization. This internship course aims to prepare students for the professional world and features an unsalaried internship scheduled individually for a minimum of ten hours per week. Students generally serve as part-time interns from Monday through Friday, although some internships may require weekend hours. The internship enhances students’ knowledge through field experience held in a professional environment overseen by a supervisor, who regularly monitors the internship progress and the guides the student’s preparation of a final analytical report and portfolio. Placements will vary depending on the student’s language and professional skills. Additional materials/Dress code: Business casual attire for dress code. Laptop required for certain placements. Prerequisites: A2 level of Italian language. Cover letter, CV, portfolio of previous work, and material pertinent to the chosen area, interview.