ABOUT THE FOUNDATIONThe Robert Rauschenberg Foundation builds on the legacy of artist Robert Rauschenberg, emphasizing his belief that artists can drive social change. Rauschenberg sought to act in the “gap” between art and life, valuing chance and collaboration across disciplines. As such, the Foundation celebrates new and even untested ways of thinking.INTERNSHIP OVERVIEWThe Robert Rauschenberg Foundation is seeking a Curatorial Intern to support the Curatorial andCollection departments in exhibition preparation, public engagement initiatives and research that highlight the scope and impact of Rauschenberg’s work. This hands-on internship provides experience in research, collections management, and digital content creation. The intern will assist with preparing artwork documentation materials (internal talking points and short descriptions) and conducting research on Robert Rauschenberg, while learning about the Foundation’s collection, research processes, and documentation standards. They will also help draw connections between Rauschenberg’s multidisciplinary practice and contemporary artistic and cultural dialogues. This role is ideal for candidates pursuing careers in the arts, including the commercial art market or public art museums. The internship offers hands-on opportunities to work directly with digital asset management software (FileMaker Pro), gaining practical experience in organizing, maintaining collection materials, as well as exposure to a catalogue raisonné and collections research that builds foundational skills for future work in museums, galleries, artist foundations and related cultural institutions.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESRecurring/Regular Duties:Draft artwork “talking points” for museums, galleries, auction houses, and collectors that include exhibition history, bibliography, provenance, art historical analysis, and source imagery investigationTrack contemporary press mentions of the artist and synthesize noteworthy articles for related research and archivingAssist Collections Manager in conducting catalogue raisonné examinations of artworks.Draft art- and artist-related social media content under the guidance of the Curatorial, Collection and Communications departmentsProvide support with artwork and exhibition researchAssist with logistics and on-site support for Foundation-hosted events as assignedProject-Based Work:Locate, research, and digitize archival artwork images to inform the Foundation’s database of Rauschenberg’s artwork in our digital asset management system (FileMaker Pro)Assist with general research and contribute to the development of content for the Foundation’s in-house installations as neededDESIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLSExcellent time management skills: ability to work independently and meet deadlinesFastidious attention to detailFamiliarity and ease with Mac OS, Google Suite, and Microsoft Office suiteExperience with FileMaker Pro or similar relational database and Adobe Photoshop a plus, but not requiredExcellent written and oral communication, research, and organizational skillsHighly motivated, with a strong enthusiasm for working with the Curatorial teamInterest and ideally experience in digital media production and/or digital humanitiesCurrent graduate students or those with undergraduate degrees with a focus in art history are preferredFamiliarity with post-war art historyThe Foundation encourages all candidates to apply who believe that they would succeed in this role even if they do not meet 100% of the desired qualifications indicated hereADA SPECIFICATIONSRequires the ability to sit, stand, speak, and hear, sometimes for extended periodsRequires the ability to use a computer and standard office equipmentRequires the ability to climb stairs; the Foundation is located in a historic building with 13 steps to the officeReasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functionsTERM AND COMPENSATIONAnticipated term: February–June 2026; 30 hours per week; in-person$20–$25 per hour based on skills, experience and academic levelAPPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND DEADLINEThe application deadline is February 6, 2026.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYThe Foundation is committed to fostering an equitable and inclusive work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity in all its forms and actively seek to attract talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, including those historically underrepresented in arts organizations. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants and employees with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment.
