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Employment & Internship Opportunities

Thank you for your interest in career opportunities at the Cincinnati Art Museum. The museum continually seeks to hire friendly, dynamic, and talented individuals from racially and culturally diverse backgrounds to join our team. We greatly value expertise and skills gained at the museum and encourage professional development and career growth.

Due to the high volume of responses to our employment listings, we regret that we cannot contact every job applicant. If a strong potential match is found, the Human Resources Department will contact you to request further information or schedule an interview.

Current Job Openings

The Cincinnati Art Museum has an immediate opening for a part-time Line Cook/Back of House employee in the Terrace Café and museum kitchen. This position will be scheduled for 15-25 hours per week. Evening and weekend availability is required.

 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Line Cook/Back of House employee will assist the kitchen team in various capacities. Duties will consist of assisting the Chef, Line Cooks, Events & Hospitality Manager, Café Manager, and other kitchen team members with their daily tasks. A successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to our daily customer satisfaction goals.

The Line Cook/Back of House employee will prepare food for the café, cook in the café, cook for catered events, clean and sanitize all dishes, glassware, utensils, and pans; be responsible for maintaining the dish room and dish machine. Assist in cleaning other areas of the café as requested.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

General responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Proper operation of dish machines to company and manufacturer specifications.
  • Wash and restock all dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, and pans.
  • Segregate and remove trash and garbage and place it in designated containers.
  • Break down, clean, and sanitize the dish machine at the end of a shift in compliance with ServSafe and other safety standards.
  • Transfer supplies and equipment between storage and work areas.
  • Assist in event setup as needed.
  • Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies.
  • Answer, report, and follow the Chef or Line Cooks’ instructions.
  • Clean up the food stations and take care of leftover food.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 

REQUIREMENTS

  • High school graduate or equivalent vocational training certificate required. A flexible schedule and the ability to work evenings and weekends are required.
  • A degree in or working towards a degree in culinary arts, hospitality, or restaurant management from an accredited culinary school is highly desired. Previous work in food service is a plus.
  • Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
  • Ability to speak and hear.
  • Close and distance vision
  • Frequently walking with some standing at times, possibly extended distances; ability to bend and climb stairs when necessary.
  • Frequently lift/carry up to 25 lbs.
  • Ability to reach with hands and arms in any direction and kneel and stoop repeatedly.

 

BENEFITS & COMP

  • Hourly Pay Rate: $15.75
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Family-level museum membership
  • Discounts in museum gift shop and café
  • Professional development opportunities

 

TO APPLY

Apply for Line Cook/Back of House – PT using the link below:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=347b7c9b-5aac-4d96-ab81-3b32a60f7052&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=580274&lang=en_US&source=CC2

 

The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.

 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Community Engagement Assistant will play a pivotal role in the Cincinnati Art Museum’s commitment to being an inclusive space. The Community Engagement Assistant will collaborate with Learning & Interpretation and various museum departments, community partners, volunteers, and organizations to expand our focused programing.

This is a grant-funded, part-time position in our Community Engagement department and will be scheduled for 20 hours per week. The schedule will be a mix of business hours and evenings and weekends depending on programming.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Working under the direction of the Associate Director of Community Engagement, duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Collaborate and develop educational and awareness programs; expand existing programs
  • Develop innovative initiatives that further strengthen partnerships with
    community groups
  • Evaluate engagement and feedback from programs and events with Visitor Research department
  • Work together with Marketing and Communications on museum audience expansion, educational outreach, and promotion
  • Employ the CAM Cruiser at community events
  • Travel within the Greater Cincinnati area to work with community partners
  • Support Learning & Interpretation department programs and needs
  • Administrative responsibilities: scheduling meetings, trainings, programs, assist with budgeting and ordering supplies, entering invoices
  • Other duties as assigned

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor's degree in education, art education, museum education, or a related field or equivalent experience
  • Must have excellent professional communication skills, both written and oral
  • The ability to effectively present information and respond to visitors’ needs
  • Ability to work with diverse groups of people, adults and children
  • Valid and unexpired driver’s license
  • Extended standing periods required during programming

 

BENEFITS & COMP

  • Compensation: $15.50 - $17.50 per hour
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Family-level museum membership
  • Discounts in museum gift shop and café
  • Professional development opportunities

 

TO APPLY

Apply for the Community Engagement Assistant position using the link below: 

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=347b7c9b-5aac-4d96-ab81-3b32a60f7052&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=582596&lang=en_US&source=CC2

 

Position open until filled. No phone calls please. 

The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.

 

POSITON SUMMARY

The Assistant Director for School-Based Learning ensures that the museum designs, implements, and evaluates a full range of curriculum-based educational services for school children (pre-K-12), and pre-service and professional educators. These programs (on- and off-site lessons, teacher professional development workshops, curriculum resources, etc.) are based on the current theory and practice of art museum object-based learning/teaching. These programs are connected to school reform issues and are intended to address state and national learning standards.

This position works closely with the school programs coordinator, assistant director for docent learning, and the manager of tours and CAM Commons, and Division of Learning & Interpretation (L&I). In addition, the position collaborates with other museum personnel, as well as docents, community advisors, and specialists. 

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Director of Learning & Interpretation, duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Supervises the School Programs Coordinator and their work in providing hands on art making opportunities both in and outside of the museum. These include but are not limited to the Koetter’s CPS Fourth Grade Program, Weyand CPS High School Program, and LookSeeDo. 
  • With the director of learning & interpretation and other members of the Division of L&I, develops long-range goals and objectives for the museum’s services to schools and educators. Establishes a systematic series of steps to accomplish these goals and objectives over time with clearly articulated benchmarks, understanding that it is also important to be flexible enough to react to the concerns of the education community and respond to emerging opportunities.
  • Interfaces with all the museum’s divisions to ensure that school-based learning programs reflect current scholarship and interpretation, are publicized widely in the community, are carried out in the most effective manner related to facilities and the visitor experience, are financially responsible, and are generally managed well.
  • Works closely with the director of learning & interpretation and the assistant director of docent learning to ensure that the training and continuing education of the docent corps are designed to meet the educational needs and interests of the educational community (schools and educators). This includes the review of current on- and off-site programs and the development of new programs.
  • Collaborates with school educators (teachers and administrators), other cultural organizations, and independent consultants or community advisors (when applicable) to design, implement, and evaluate school-based learning programs that are based on the highest standards of excellence, as determined by the field of museum education.
  • Works closely with the director of learning & interpretation and the Philanthropy Division to develop specific funding requests that will advance school-based learning programs.  This may include planning for increased earned income.
  • Oversee the development of printed materials (including the writing of copy) related to school-based learning programs, such as the annual school programs brochure, flyers announcing teacher workshops, special events, curriculum materials, and any other resources specific to schools.
  • Interfaces with members of L&I to forge connections between the formal education of school children and their informal (or free choice) experiences that occur outside of school.
  • Utilizes evolving educational technologies to broaden access to the museum’s resources for school-based education, incorporating a sense of interactivity whenever possible.  These technologies are viewed both as enhancements to the primary on-site visit for students/teachers and as independent educational resources.
  • Works with selected professional artists (visual and performing) in the design, implementation, and evaluation of innovative arts-in-education programs that use the artists’ expertise as advisors, artists-in-residence in the schools, workshop leaders, etc. to strengthen the primary art-looking experience.
  • Generates reports on school-based learning programs including accomplishments, new developments, expressions of needs, and overall operations.
  • Works with the director of learning & interpretation and the Finance department to develop and manage the on-going budgets for each component of school and teacher programs. This includes the purchasing of services, payment procedures, and all budget management operations in compliance with Art Museum policy. 
  • Participates in national, regional, and statewide conferences and seminars related to museums, art education, and other related disciplines.  This participation is considered professional development and growth and may include the presentation of successful models, and/or issues related to the Art Museum’s school and teacher programs.

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENT

  • Bachelor’s degree in art education, museum education or a related field and 3-5 years of art museum or museum-based experience are required. 
  • Excellent management skills, creativity, the ability to communicate (speaking and writing) with a wide range of people, and a demonstrated ability to collaborate with volunteers and professionals. 
  • Knowledge of educational technologies as tools for learning/teaching is important. In addition, knowledge of current education issues is important. 
  • Ability to work well within a dynamic team environment and excellent interpersonal skills are imperative.
  • Some evenings and weekends required.

 

BENEFITS & COMP

  • Annual salary: $44,000 - $46,500
  • Medical, dental, vision life insurance, 401k retirement planning with company match
  • Robust paid time off (PTO) and 9 paid holidays 
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Dependent care leave benefit
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Family-level museum membership
  • Discounts in museum gift shop and café 
  • Professional development opportunities

 

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

 

TO APPLY

Apply for the Assistant Director of School-Based Learning position using the link below: 

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=347b7c9b-5aac-4d96-ab81-3b32a60f7052&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=583387&lang=en_US&source=CC2

 

Position open until filled. No phone calls please.

The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Working under the direction of the Museum Gift Shop Manager, duties include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Providing excellent customer service to visitors of the Art Museum
  • Assist with stocking and merchandising the gift shops
  • Assisting in opening and closing the shops daily
  • Tracking all damaged merchandise for inventory
  • Assisting with all aspects of special events and satellite shops
  • Assisting with the annual inventory process
  • Researching artists, brands, books, etc.
  • Other duties as assigned

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • High school diploma or general education degree is required.
  • Cash handling experience and experience working with point-of-sale systems a plus.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills, ability to work well with others in a team environment, superb interpersonal skills, and ability to adhere to Art Museum policies & procedures are necessary.
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business documents, effectively communicate with visitors in person and on phone calls, and present information and respond to questions from visitors.
  • Must have good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and be able to learn new software programs.
  • Must be able to carry a minimum of 50 pounds and handle some physical labor.

 

BENEFITS & COMP

  • Compensation: $14.25 per hour
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Family-level museum membership
  • Discounts in museum gift shop and café
  • Professional development opportunities

 

TO APPLY

Apply for Gift Shop Assistant - PT using the link below:


https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=347b7c9b-5aac-4d96-ab81-3b32a60f7052&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=583999&lang=en_US&source=CC2

 

Position open until filled. No phone calls please.

The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.

 

Fellowship and Internship Opportunities

INTERNSHIP POSITION SUMMARY

The Cincinnati Art Museum has an opening for a part-time Special Events & Hospitality Intern. The intern will assist with the planning and execution of weddings, corporate, social, internal museum events, and daily café operations. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to preparing event forms, developing floor plans, assisting with the design of corporate packages, supporting the Special Event Coordinators and Event Captain the day of events, and supporting the hospitality department in daily functions. The candidate must have evening and weekend availability.

The Special Events & Hospitality Intern will see firsthand how private, internal, and philanthropic events come together. This paid internship will be in the fall of 2025 for 12 weeks September through November and scheduled 15-20 hours per week.

 

ESSENTIAL INTERNSHIP FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Working under the overall direction of the Events & Hospitality Manager and the Special Events Coordinator(s), duties include, but are not limited to the following: 

  • Aid with the planning, implementation, and follow-up related to events held throughout the year.
  • Support event preparation, production, execution, management, and post-event cleanup.
  • Coordinate with various vendors for events.
  • Manage RSVP lists for CAM events, welcoming and registering guests at internal & external CAM events.
  • Assist with general administrative needs as they arise.
  • Work with the Chef for new menu items and event menus.
  • Other duties as assigned.


INTERNSHIP REQUIREMENTS

  • Upper-level undergraduate student or new graduate with a degree in events planning, hospitality, or in a related program or field of study. 
  • Previous experience in planning and managing event logistics, budgets, and strategy preferred. 
  • Must be a team player with strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with various and diverse groups of people.
  • Candidate must be willing to work a flexible schedule. Evening and weekend availability is required. 
  • Strong ability to multi-task while quickly adapting to a fast-paced environment. 
  • Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Experience in hospitality and previous experience working with hospitality software and/or point-of-sale (POS) systems a plus.

 

Pay rate: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

 

TO APPLY

Apply for Special Events & Hospitality Intern Fall 2025 using the link below:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=347b7c9b-5aac-4d96-ab81-3b32a60f7052&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=583484&lang=en_US&source=CC2

 

Position open until filled. No phone calls please.

The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.

 

INTERNSHIP POSITION SUMMARY

The Cincinnati Art Museum has an opening for a part-time Horticulture/Garden Intern for the fall of 2025. As the grounds continue to grow and expand, the museum is seeking an intern to assist the Art Museum’s Horticulturist in the continued effort to improve garden spaces, increase plant diversity and maintain an outdoor environment that the community and museum visitors can continue to enjoy. 

While working in a public garden setting, the Horticulture/Garden Intern will gain knowledge and experience in daily grounds maintenance, operation of various landscape tools and equipment and learn basic principles of garden design, installation, and maintenance. This is a 12-week paid internship that runs from September to November 2025 and is scheduled for 20-24 hours per week.

 

ESSENTIAL INTERNSHIP FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to and working alongside the Horticulturist, internship duties include, but are not limited to the following: 

  • Assist in daily outdoor grounds maintenance of garden beds, turf areas, sidewalks, parking lots, planters, and museum courtyard. 
  • Hand water annual planters/garden beds and newly installed landscapes.
  • Plant perennials, bulbs, shrubs, trees, and seasonal displays.
  • Hand weed garden beds weekly.
  • Operate string trimmers, backpack blowers, lawn mowers, soil cultivator, and UTV vehicle.
  • Mulch garden spaces and annual beds.
  • Litter control of museum grounds.
  • Use irrigation systems and make repairs when needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.


INTERNSHIP REQUIREMENTS

  • Applicants should currently be enrolled in a horticulture program or have acquired practical experience in horticulture or a related field. Basic gardening skills, an interest in plants and the ability to work independently are essential.
  • Workdays are flexible but limited to 3-4 days per week. A Saturday or Sunday shift is required. Start time is negotiable. 
  • Ability to lift and move 50 lbs. 
  • Ability to stand, walk, and bend regularly throughout regular shift. 
  • Ability to work in various weather conditions, especially heat and humidity.
  • Exposure to wide array of plants and plant materials.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license.

 

Pay rate: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

 

TO APPLY

Apply for the Horticulture/Garden Internship Fall 2025 using the link below:

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=347b7c9b-5aac-4d96-ab81-3b32a60f7052&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=583486&lang=en_US&source=CC2

 

Position open until filled. No phone calls please.

The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.

 

INTERNSHIP POSITION SUMMARY

The Cincinnati Art Museum has an opening for a part-time Donor Programs & Events Intern in the fall of 2025. This paid internship will be 12 weeks from September through December and scheduled 15-20 hours per week, working occasionally in the evening and weekends.

The Donor Programs and Events Intern will support Donor Programs & Events Manager and Donor Events Coordinator by analyzing event attendance and identifying trends among new event donors. The intern will complete an event donor retention analysis project culminating in a research presentation as well as assist the Donor Programs & Events Manager with planning and execution of all donor events.

 

ESSENTIAL INTERNSHIP FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Working under the overall direction of the Donor Programs & Events Manager, duties include, but are not limited to the following: 

  • Compile and organize event attendance data
  • Analyze event donor data and identify donor trends
  • Collaborate on strategies to improve stewardship of first-time event donors
  • Participate in team meetings related to donor engagement and event planning 
  • Support planning and execution of donor events including day-of logistics and donor communication 
  • Assist with administrative tasks as needed
  • Other duties as assigned


INTERNSHIP REQUIREMENTS

  • Upper-level undergraduate student or new graduate with a degree in arts administration, non-profit management, communications, marketing, or in a related program or field of study. 
  • Interest in the arts, fundraising, donor events, and donor relations
  • Must be a team player with strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to collaborate with various and diverse groups of people.
  • Candidate must be willing to work a flexible schedule. Available to work on occasional evening and weekend events
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

 

Pay Rate: $12.00 - $15.00 hourly

 

TO APPLY

Apply for the Donor Programs & Events Internship using the link below.

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=347b7c9b-5aac-4d96-ab81-3b32a60f7052&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=583488&lang=en_US&source=CC2

 

Position open until filled. No phone calls please.

The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.

 

INTERNSHIP POSITION SUMMARY

The Cincinnati Art Museum has an opening for a part-time Human Resources (HR) Intern for the fall of 2025. The HR Intern will work closely with the Director of Human Resources and HR Business Partner (HRBP) to learn the daily operations of a human resources department. The HR Intern will perform daily administrative HR functions, assist in onboarding, talent acquisition, benefit administration, and employee relations. The HR Intern will learn to operate in an HR Generalist capacity. 

This is a 12-week paid internship that runs from September to December 2025 and is scheduled for three (3) days a week working 18-21 hours per week.

 

ESSENTIAL INTERNSHIP FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the HR Business Partner, duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Assist HRBP in the development of new employee engagement initiatives.
  • Help the HR team with talent acquisition and the full recruitment cycle.
  • Provide support in benefit administration and open enrollment.
  • Maintain employee records and digitize HR files.
  • Administrative support to Director of Human Resources and HR Business Partner.
  • Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional standards.
  • Follow Cincinnati Art Museum protocols, procedures, rules, and policies.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 

INTERNSHIP REQUIREMENTS

  • Undergraduate degree in human resources, organizational management and/or development, or related field preferred.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Basic business acumen.
  • Ability to work with diverse groups of people.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

 

Pay Rate: $12.00 - $15.00 an hour

 

TO APPLY

Apply for Human Resources Intern Fall 2025 using the link below: 

https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=347b7c9b-5aac-4d96-ab81-3b32a60f7052&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=583490&lang=en_US&source=CC2

 

Position open until filled. No phone calls please.

The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.

 

 

Educational credit may be available for internships, check with school(s) for requirements.

 

The Cincinnati Art Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where a variety of backgrounds, cultures, orientations, ideas, and talents can flourish.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category protected under applicable law.

 

 

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