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Dallas Museum of Art · 1 week ago

Summer Art Camp Intern

DALLAS,TX,US

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$15/hr - $15/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

The Dallas Museum of Art is a prominent institution focused on art and community engagement. They are seeking a Summer Art Camp Intern to assist in teaching and facilitating art activities for children, gaining hands-on experience in a museum setting.

ArtMuseums and Historical Sites

Responsibilities

Gain hands-on experience using a variety of teaching skills through observing and assisting Summer Art Camp teachers

Facilitate gallery activities, art projects, games, and sensory explorations

Plan and lead one week-long session of camp by researching artworks, writing lesson plans, planning art projects, prepping art supplies, and leading daily camp activities

Manage all daily activities during the week of camp—gallery lessons, art-making projects, and classroom management

Learn about the day-to-day functions of Summer Art Camp in an art museum

Learn about the needs, abilities, and challenges of various age levels between 4-12 years old

Learn developmentally appropriate strategies and techniques for teaching children about art appreciation and art-making

Build skills in gallery teaching, classroom management, and public speaking

Learn how to plan, organize, and facilitate education programming for children in a museum setting

Develop professional communication and interpersonal skills through collaboration with Museum colleagues and fellow interns

Qualification

Teaching experienceWorking with childrenArt educationPublic speakingCustomer service skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Current undergraduate or graduate student in art history, art education, studio art, education or the humanities. Course credit for summer 2026 may be obtained, pending school approval

Teaching experience encouraged

Some experience working with children, especially in camp settings

Strong customer service and interpersonal skills

Comfortable presenting to and interacting with children and families

Physical requirements include kneeling, bending, standing, and lifting up to 25 lbs

Ability to speak during program duration without accommodation