Position Overview
The Welland Museum is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented person to support a major collections management project focused on the museum’s textile collection. Under the supervision of the Collection Manager, the intern will work hands-on with the collection o improve documentation, digitization, housing, and long-term preservation.
This position offers meaningful, practical experience in museum collections management and preventive conservation, and is ideal for a recent graduate pursuing a career in museums, archives, or cultural heritage.
Key Responsibilities
Under the guidance of the Collection Manager, the intern will:
-Conduct condition assessments of textile artifacts
-Safely handle, organize, and rehouse textiles using conservation-grade materials
-Update and maintain accurate records in the museum’s collections management database
-Assist with cataloguing, labeling, and organization of textile storage areas
-Conduct historical and material research to support accurate documentation
-Support preparation of select textile for exhibition or educational use
-Track progress and contribute to project reporting as required
Skills
-Museum-standard artifact handling and preventive conservation
-Condition reporting and collections documentation
-Use of collections management databases
-Research and interpretation of material culture
-Professional communication and project organization
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will:
-A graduate in Museum Studies, History, Art History, Heritage Conservation, Archival Studies, or a related field
-Have strong attention to detail and organizational skills
-Be comfortable working with delicate materials and following handling guidelines
-Have basic computer skills and the ability to learn new software
-Be able to work independently while collaborating with museum staff
-Demonstrate interest in museum collections and heritage preservation
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
The Welland Museum is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and encourages applications from individuals who identify as members of equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous people, individuals with disabilities, individuals from racialized groups, and new Canadians. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and employment process.
Position Details
Full-time temporary contract until January 2027.
$19.00 per hour.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume to Lisa Mooney, Executive Director at [email protected] with the subject line "Textile Collection Assistant" by Tuesday, June 2, 2026.
Pay: $19.00 per hour
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Work Location: In person
