Intern, Access Technology Research and Evaluation

The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston Access Department is responsible for ensuring that people of all abilities feel welcome and are able to make direct connections with the Museum’s collection and exhibitions. The Department offers internships to college students who enjoy working with people with disabilities and are interested in learning more about the intersection of art and disability.

 

The Access Technology Research and Evaluation intern will serve a crucial role within the Access department, assisting in shaping future programming for a wide range of visitors. This intern will, with support from department staff, will provide research and evaluation on the effectiveness of our current assistive listening devices. An assistive listening device is part of a system used to improve hearing ability for people in a variety of situations where it is difficult to distinguish speech such as on museum tours. This position will research other technology options and speak to consumers of the technology to learn about barriers and opportunities with this technology. Additionally, the intern will support the ongoing accessible programming within the Museum. This opportunity will allow you to make connections within the MFA, other museums, and the disability community in the greater Boston area. 

 

What you will gain from the experience:

 

Ideal candidates must be able to commit to work onsite 15-20 hours per week, (schedule is subject to change within Monday-Friday parameters), including two hours on Thursdays participating in the Museum Pathways & Practices professional development course (Periodic opportunities for remote work available through online classes.)

 

Intern will be paid $16.00 per hour.

 

As we amplify our efforts toward becoming a truly inclusive institution, ensuring that diversity, equity, and access are lived values, we actively encourage candidates from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds to apply to the program. We are especially mindful of those in our community impacted by inequity due to ability, language, class, age, gender, sexuality, race, and ethnicity, and are working diligently to address perceived and real barriers that keep anyone from fully experiencing an internship at the Museum.

 

To apply, you must upload a single document (Word or PDF, only), containing you cover letter and resume, via the ADP portal Internships | Museum of Fine Arts Boston (mfa.org) ASAP, but no later than Fri, Mar 24, 2023.