Summer 2025 Internship – Exhibitions and Collections
The John Michael Kohler Arts Center, a nationally acclaimed visual and performing arts complex, located in Sheboygan, WI, is seeking a Registrar & Collections Intern for the exciting summer of 2026.
The Arts Center mounts 12-16 original exhibitions annually. In 2021, the Arts Center opened the Art Preserve building which is the first space of its kind for the presentation of a permanent collection specifically focused on artist-built environments. The Intern will work closely with the Arts Center’s registrars and preparators as well as other exhibitions staff to support and assist with collections projects. Specific areas of focus will depend on departmental needs and the intern’s skills and interests.
What you will do
- Assist with accessioning new objects into the Arts Center’s permanent collection
- Assisting with inventories and condition checks of items in preparation for exhibition
- Provide support to the department by assisting with administrative tasks as assigned
- Assist with Arts Center special events, including Midsummer Festival of the Arts July 18th & 19th, Summer Concert Series, and the July 4th parade
Who you are
- A current undergraduate or graduate student (or recent graduate) in museum studies, library studies, art history, or art (general).
- A strong interest in hands-on learning about current museum practice, collections care, information management, art handling, contemporary art, and/or self-taught art.
- Self-driven learner/experiencer, capable of multi-tasking and following directions, high attention to detail, and intentional in one’s actions.
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, experience with databases or Pastperfect is a plus
- Occasionally work in outdoor weather conditions
Summer 2026 Internship Dates
June 2 – August 21 (may be flexible), 29 hours a week, including nights and weekends.
This is a paid internship. Interns may also be eligible to receive course credit for this internship through their school, but it is the intern’s responsibility to pursue this option through their school or university.
Required dates: June 6, July 4, July 17 – 19
This is a paid internship. Interns may also be eligible to receive course credit for this internship through their school, but it is the intern’s responsibility to pursue this option through their school or university.
Application Instructions
To be considered for an internship, please submit resume and cover letter. Cover letter should include dates applicant is available, what skills, abilities, and experiences the candidate brings to the position, and how the internship relates to candidate’s long-term goals.
Applications received by February 16, 2026, will be given first consideration. Applications will be accepted until positions are filled.
The John Michael Kohler Arts Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.