Gallery Interns are Art students who are interested in learning the various aspects of gallery management, including exhibition coordination, visitor engagement, and administrative tasks. They work closely with gallery staff and work towards the success of events and exhibitions. Some core job duties include – participating in administrative tasks, developing a comprehensive understanding of gallery operations; assisting in the installation and deinstallation of artworks for exhibitions; coordinating with artists and helping with the preparation of exhibition spaces; greeting and engaging with gallery visitors, providing information about current exhibitions, and artists; answering inquires, and offering assistance to enhance the visitor’s experience.
Dear Mr./Ms.,
I write to express my keen interest in the Gallery Intern position as advertised. Passionate about contemporary art and with a strong educational background in both the history of art and curatorial studies, I believe I am well-equipped to assist your modern gallery.
I have a deep interest in the arts and my excellence in academics is clear evidence of the same. If you glance at my resume, you can see that I have participated and excelled in many art-oriented activities, and now I am pursuing my Bachelor’s degree in Art History at (). My testament to my determination is proved through my ability to maintain a GPA of (your GPA), which helped me earn and fall on the Dean’s list of consecutive semesters.
Here are some of my strengths that I can proudly state –
- I have curated solely an independent exhibition titled (give the name), which featured local artists’ works on cutting-edge themes.
- I was able to apply the theoretical knowledge to practical curatorial skills and handle all tasks from conceptualizing the exhibition to installation and promotion.
- All the exhibitions conducted from my end drew widespread approbation, received a broad spectrum of visitors, and created valuable connections within the local art circle.
- I have completed three more internships at (List the institution name) and worked for one year at () where my organizational and administrative skills were upgraded.
- Interviewed featured artists, assisted at gallery events, and successfully coordinated special events for special occasions.
All these experiences enlightened me about the broad understanding of the internal workings that are crucial for the smooth running and operations of the gallery. Furthermore, my experience in art handling, cataloging, and database management, equips me to be able to participate in the logistics of artwork within your gallery. I strongly believe that my attention to detail, organizational skills, and interest in the arts will meet your requirements as a Gallery Intern.
I am delighted to contribute my skills and expertise to (Gallery Name). I thank you for considering my application. I anticipate an early meeting with you where I can demonstrate my background and experience in detail.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
