Collections Intern | Fort Worth, TX
Job Title: Collections Intern
Reports To: Collections Manager
Status: Full time, Summer 2026
About the Position:
The Cowgirl is seeking a full-time summer intern for a total of 400 hours to assist with several large upcoming projects. The intern will be a part of the Collections & Exhibits team and report to the Collections Manager. They will complete special projects to assist the museum’s growth and meet their degree requirements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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Clean exhibition cases and fixtures on a daily basis. Monitor objects on exhibit. Catalog collection objects and enter data into the collections database.
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Complete condition reports on collections objects.
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Assist with collections inventories.
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Assist in exhibit install and deinstall.
Qualifications:
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Working towards completion of or recently completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in museum studies, history, or related field.
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Competency with Microsoft Office suite. Experience with PastPerfect or other collections management system preferred.
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Ability to work independently with strong attention to small details.
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Willingness to complete extensive data entry on desktop computer or iPad.
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Ability to carefully handle fragile objects.
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Ability to lift and move materials found in the collections and exhibits.
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Candidate must pass a background check before hiring.
If you’re looking to complete internship credit for your degree and need different accommodation for your scheduling, please let us know in your submission email.
Compensation:
Pay Type: Full time, scheduled Monday-Friday, not to exceed 40 hours per week. $15 per hour.
Contact:
Please send cover letter and resume to: bhartrick@cowgirl.net
Interviews will begin April 22nd, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.
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