Exhibitions Intern at OSU Urban Arts Space

Exhibitions Internship 

Who we want 

At the OSU Urban Arts Space we seek an intern who is interested in gaining insight behind-the-scene of the 

exhibition design, installation, and strike process.  As a bustling center, all team members are expected to work 

well independently, take initiative, and be ready to learn and take direction.  An ideal candidate for the 

exhibition internship would be organized, detail focused, good at math, familiar with basic hand tools and shop 

safety, and ready to work with his/her hands as well as their brain.  Most importantly, the candidate should be 

passionate about fostering the arts and humanities.      

What interns do 

Depending on the intern’s interests and the Space’s needs, an exhibition internship at the OSU Urban Arts 

Space would focus on assisting with exhibition preparation and maintenance of the galleries.  Assignments 

could include:   

- Organizing storage facilities and constructing more efficient systems  

- Painting 

- Maintaining exhibition supplies inventory and ordering 

- Reviewing and making suggestions for exhibitor materials  

- Assisting with the installation and strike of artwork 

- Assisting with the restoration of the Space  

Interns are also expected to be familiar with the general operations and responsibilities for the Space, including:  

gallery reception and monitoring; serving as docents for exhibitions; and, basic customer service duties.   

Internships range from 8 to 15 weeks and may be repeated.  School credits may determine the number of 

hours per week (usually 4 to 12 hours arranged over 1 to 2 days).  Hours are flexible and depend on 

assignments but interested applicants need to be available to work during regular gallery hours (Tuesday 

through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. with extended hours on Thursdays until 8 p.m.) as well as some 

evening and weekend hours. 

What you should expect 

The OSU Urban Arts Space strives to foster a culture that is open, fun, creative, and challenging.  We pride 

ourselves on being a team where good ideas can come from anywhere and we all roll our sleeves up to help 

with the dirty work.  Our first priority is providing excellent customer service so we all work together to create a 

friendly and welcoming experience for our guests.        

Attire while working at the Space is typically business casual, although some work (i.e. painting, installing 

artwork, cleaning) dictates the need for clothes that can get messy. 

As part of our sustainability efforts, the OSU Urban Arts Space encourages everyone to ride their bike or the 

bus, whether visiting or working here. (OSU students can ride the COTA bus for free; #2 bus runs frequently 

from campus down High Street to the front of the historic Lazarus Building where we are housed.)  Parking is 

available at meters, area surface lots, and various downtown garages.  

What you’ll gain 

We believe that every student internship and employment opportunity should encourage transformative 

experiences that expand worldviews, offer hands-on practical experiences in the arts and humanities, and 

develop new career skills to reflect an entrepreneurial culture.   

All internships are available for course credit as required by your academic institution.  (Ohio State students can 

sign up for internship credit hours with the Space Director.)  Positions are unpaid but offer additional benefits to 

school credit, including: 

- Being a part of the great OSU Urban Arts Space Team 

- Professional skill development and work training 

- Letters of recommendation  

How to apply  

Those interested in applying should send a cover letter and resume to: 

Kelly Stevelt Kaser 

Deputy Director 

OSU Urban Arts Space 

50 W Town St, Suite 130 

Columbus, OH 43215 

If you are a good match with a current opening, we will proceed with the application and selection process.  If 

we don’t have an opening that matches your interests and talents, we will explore whether an opportunity can 

be tailored for you. 

For more information about the OSU Urban Arts Space, please visit uas.osu.edu or phone 614.292.8861. 

This is a Part-time internship offered for a term of Flexible