Gallery & Exhibition Assistant Intern
Gallery & Exhibition Assistant Intern
The Rumman Room
Raleigh, NC
Part-Time Paid Internship | $10/hour | 5–10 hours/week
About The Rumman Room Gallery
The Rumman Room Gallery is a rotating exhibition space showcasing local artists and creative work. Our exhibitions bring new artists, perspectives, and experiences into the community while providing artists with opportunities to share their work in a professional gallery-inspired setting.
Website: www.rummanroom.com
Contact: hello@rummanroom.com
Position Overview
The Rumman Room is seeking a creative, organized, and detail-oriented Gallery & Exhibition Assistant Intern to work alongside our Gallery Manager in supporting exhibitions and artist programming.
This position provides hands-on experience in gallery administration, artist relations, exhibition preparation, artwork documentation, installation, and community arts programming.
The intern will assist with the organization and execution of rotating exhibitions while helping maintain accurate and professional artist and exhibition information.
Responsibilities
Artist Coordination
Assist with collecting artist bios, statements, artwork images, titles, dimensions, and exhibition information
Organize artist information and artwork records
Maintain accurate exhibition documentation
Assist with artist communication and follow-ups
Help maintain an organized artist database
Exhibition Preparation
Assist the Gallery Manager with exhibition preparation
Help organize artwork for upcoming exhibitions
Assist with artwork labeling and placement
Prepare exhibition signage and informational materials
Assist with installation and deinstallation
Help ensure gallery spaces are prepared for openings and exhibitions
Gallery Administration
Organize digital and physical exhibition files
Maintain exhibition schedules and deadlines
Assist with updating artist and exhibition information on the Rumman Room website
Help ensure artist information is accurate and current
Assist with organizing gallery records
Exhibition Documentation & Promotion
Assist with basic photography and documentation of exhibitions when needed
Gather artist and exhibition information for promotional materials
Coordinate accurate information with the Rumman Room Social Media and Graphic Design team
Assist in preparing artist and exhibition highlights
Gallery & Community Events
Assist during exhibition openings and artist receptions
Welcome guests and provide basic information about exhibitions
Support gallery programs, workshops, and community art events
Assist with event preparation and organization as needed
Qualifications
We are looking for someone who is:
Organized and highly detail-oriented
Reliable and responsible
Interested in art, galleries, exhibitions, or creative industries
Comfortable communicating with artists and the public
Professional and dependable
Able to work independently and collaboratively
Comfortable using Google Workspace and basic digital tools
Curious and eager to learn about gallery and exhibition practices
Preferred: Current college student, recent graduate, or emerging professional studying or interested in studio art, art history, interior design, graphic design, museum studies, arts administration, communications, or a related field.
What You Will Learn
This internship provides hands-on experience in:
Gallery administration
Exhibition planning
Artist relations
Artwork documentation
Exhibition installation and deinstallation
Curatorial support
Arts administration
Community arts programming
Professional communication
Schedule
5–10 hours per week.
The schedule will be arranged around the intern's availability and exhibition needs. Some evening or weekend hours may be needed for exhibition openings, receptions, and special programs, with advance notice.
Compensation
$10.00 per hour
This is a paid, part-time internship. All hours worked will be compensated in accordance with applicable federal and North Carolina employment requirements.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate has a genuine interest in art, artists, and creative spaces and enjoys organizing details while being part of the process of bringing exhibitions to life.
How to Apply
Please submit:
Resume
Brief cover letter or introduction
Current school/program of study, if applicable
General availability
Optional: Portfolio or examples of relevant creative/organizational work
Email application materials to:
Subject: Gallery & Exhibition Assistant Intern Application