Art Gallery Intern

Lilienthal Gallery is seeking an intern for approximately 12-18 hours a week with a flexible schedule suiting the needs of the student and working gallery shifts every other weekend.

Location: 23 Emory Place, Knoxville, TN

Duration: November 2024-April 2025 (flexible)

Hours: Part-time internship with 12-18 hours per week

Compensation: $10/hour and college credit

Lilienthal Gallery is an art space showcasing contemporary international, national, and select local artists. We strive to contribute to the elevation of the local art scene by giving artists and the community an opportunity to interact and be involved.

The gallery offers a tasting of the global palette including large-scale sculptural installations, abstract paintings, photorealistic works, and ink works on paper. With artists from China, Germany, Israel, Brazil, Azerbaijan, and beyond Lilienthal Gallery exhibitions evoke the spirit of rich cultural exchange.

We collaborate with local arts and culture organizations throughout the region to grow the Knoxville arts community.

The gallery is open Wednesday through Sunday, 12-6 pm, for First Friday extra hours 5-8 pm, and occasional special events. We also are currently maintaining the open hours for KnoxWalls Mural Alley, located behind Lilienthal.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the day-to-day operations of the gallery, staffing gallery for every other weekend
• Support the preparation and installation of exhibitions.
• Engage with visitors and provide information about exhibited artworks.
• Assist in organizing and staffing gallery events and openings
• Handle administrative tasks, including inventory management and record-keeping.
• Contribute to social media content creation and promotion 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Written and Verbal Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Graphic Design
• Marketing
• Proficient in Google Suite, Adobe (Photoshop and Illustrator), and Canva
• Basic art history knowledge and interest in the arts

BENEFITS

• Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic art gallery environment
• Networking opportunities within the art community
• Mentorship from gallery professionals
• Potential for academic credit (if applicable)

Please apply via LinkedIn or send your information to Gallery Director, Kelly Ferguson at lilienthalgallery.com.

Submit a cover letter about your experience and what you would like to gain from an internship experience (learn information, networking, etc.) as well as your resume. If applicable, please provide information about your college credit completion requirements. 

We look forward to hearing from you!

For more information on the gallery please visit lilienthalgallery.com or on social media @lilienthalgallery