University Galleries aims to offer USD students a variety of opportunities to obtain experience in the museum world. We promote unique forms of student engagement for both individuals and groups. Internships for course credit are available on a semester-long basis. Additionally, students are invited to help build our diverse collections as part of their USD coursework.
Internships
Each semester, University Galleries creates internships for students who are interested in gaining firsthand experiences in museum practices. A rigorous program is developed for each intern taken for course credit. Students who are interested in internship opportunities should contact University Galleries staff at galleries@sandiego.edu.
Student Acquisitions
A generous endowment from the Legler Benbough Foundation has allowed University Galleries to create an innovative student acquisitions program, usually embedded into an academic course. Students create proposals for artworks they feel should be acquired for the permanent collections, and successful proposals result in the artwork's acquisition. Any inquiries about this program can be directed to Sarah Bane, Hoehn Curatorial Fellow for Prints at sbane@sandiego.edu.
Gallery Guides
USD students of any academic background are invited to apply to work as Gallery Guides. This paid position offers students the chance to learn about the artworks on display in order to engage with and provide a safe environment for gallery visitors. To learn more about the position and potential openings, contact University Galleries staff at galleries@sandiego.edu.
McFarland-Whitcomb Fellow
This fellowship is designed to support USD students' travel to an art institution outside of San Diego for research or internship opportunities related to their academic studies. McFarland-Whitcomb Fellows may receive a stipend to offset their travel expenses. To inquire about the Fellowship, please contact Derrick Cartwright at dcartwright@sandiego.edu.
Want to know more?
Questions about fellowships, internships, and Gallery Guide positions with University Galleries may be directed to Galleries staff at galleries@sandiego.edu. Please feel welcome to stop by our offices in person at Founders Hall 100 & 102, Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.