Opportunities
Volunteers
Volunteers help the museum fulfill its mission to serve both university and community audiences, helping to provide enjoyable and meaningful experiences. Volunteer activities include assisting with family workshops, community programs, and major events like Rutgers Day.
To explore current opportunities, please email education@zimmerli.rutgers.edu.
Internships, Assistantships, and Student Employment
The Zimmerli offers many opportunities for Rutgers undergraduate and graduate students. Please visit our Internships & Student Employment page to learn more.
Employment
Museum employment is coordinated by Rutgers University Human Resources. To view open positions at the Zimmerli and application guidelines, please visit the Rutgers University Human Resources employment page and search using the keywords "Zimmerli Art Museum" or the Posting Number.
The following positions are currently open at the Zimmerli:
Curator of Education and Outreach (Head of Learning and Community Engagement)
Among the key duties of the position are:
- Provides leadership, direction, and coordination for the Zimmerli Art Museum’s Department of Learning and Community Engagement
- Handles the research, development, planning, implementation, administration, and evaluation of all educational programs
- Ensures that the museum is an active participant in both the Rutgers and greater New Brunswick communities, and that the museum’s programs enhance and enrich the works in the permanent collection and in temporary exhibitions while upholding its values of diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion.
Security and Visitor Services Specialist
Among the key duties of the position are:
- Supports the museum by developing various policies and protocols for reception desk and gallery attendants, covering operating hours, galleries, tours, and special events.
- Collaborates with staff across the museum to develop and implement new strategies for visitor engagement.
- Works Tuesday through Saturday and is responsible for the opening and closing of the museum during regular hours, including weekends and after- hours for special events and programs.