Check in at the Michigan Avenue entrance or the Modern Wing entrance
Free with valid college or university ID*

Jobs at Art Museums (JAM) is an all-day museum-career awareness event at the Art Institute of Chicago. Area students and emerging job seekers, as well as college and university faculty, are invited to visit the museum and experience student-led gallery presentations, a panel conversation with Art Institute staff, and intimate breakout sessions with museum professionals representing a variety of departments and fields. Breakout sessions are followed by a reception where students can learn about upcoming internship and career opportunities and socialize with peers, faculty, museum staff, and intern alumni.

*Registration is required for some programs. Please read the event description for information on how to register.

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PROGRAM SCHEDULE

10:30–11:30 | Student Docent Talks
Various galleries

Take part in conversations about works of art in the Art Institute’s galleries with students from University Partner institutions.

11:45–1:00 | Welcome Remarks and Museum Careers Panel
Rubloff Auditorium
Registration is required for this program.

Learn from current Art Institute staff about their diverse roles and dynamic career paths.

2:00–2:30 | How To Apply: Tips and Tricks
Rubloff Auditorium
Registration is required for this program.

Talent Acquisition staff share strategies for finding careers and getting your application noticed.

2:45–3:45 | Museum Staff Breakouts
Various galleries

Chat in the galleries with staff from across the Art Institute’s many departments.

3:45–5:00 | Reception
Chicago Stock Exchange Trading Room
Registration is required for this program.

Enjoy refreshments, meet peers from other colleges and universities, and interact with museum professionals.

This project is made possible, in part, through the Diversifying Art Museum Leadership Initiative, funded by the Walton Family Foundation and the Ford Foundation, and the University Partner Program at the Art Institute of Chicago.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Should I prepare to be interviewed for an internship or job opportunity at JAM?

No. Participation by museum staff and departments does not indicate a need to hire. However, JAM is a unique opportunity to make professional connections and learn about careers in the museum field.

What can I bring into the event?

You may have a small bag or backpack with you, but any large backpacks must be left at coat check. Coat check is $1 per item.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Email universitypartners@artic.edu.

https://www.artic.edu/events/4579/special-event-jobs-at-art-museums-jam-2

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