Library Internship, Exhibitions Services Department, Duke Library

About the role

Duke University Libraries seeks an Exhibition Intern to join the Exhibitions Services Department. The intern will gain hands-on experience in exhibition design and production, learning from experienced professionals and contributing to public scholarship and design.

Responsibilities

• Learn and implement best practices for library exhibitions, including preparation, layout, design, and installation.
• Aid in label creation, including editing, formatting, printing, and mounting.
• Support exhibition citations, copyright clearance, and image management.
• Contribute to public programming and outreach such as exhibit websites, social media posts, and event planning.
• Participate in meetings with faculty, students, and partners curating exhibitions.
• Curate materials, research and write copy, and develop exhibit design for a small exhibition.
• Manage the Hubbard Exhibition Case, including communication with curators, layout development, monthly installations, and related content.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

This part-time (.49 FTE) internship runs from August 2026–May 2027 for up to 19 hours per week. Compensation is $18.00/hour. Applications without required materials will not be reviewed.

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience with exhibition design and production.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Interest in public scholarship and design.

Skills

Desired skills include:

• Graphic design and layout skills.
• Photography and image management.
• Research and writing skills.
• Public speaking and presentation skills.

Benefits

The Duke University Libraries provide comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members.

Pay

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $18.00 to USD $22.84. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Schedule

This part-time (.49 FTE) internship runs from August 2026–May 2027 for up to 19 hours per week.