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Museum Volunteers
The Albany Institute relies on volunteers to help with educational programs, special events, and administrative support.

Our volunteers are involved in many aspects of the Albany Institute and are essential to our success. Please contact Janna Westmoreland, Development Coordinator, at (518) 463-4478, ext. 412, or at westmorelandj@albanyinstitute.org for more information.

Volunteer Application

Volunteer Docents
Docents provide programs for K-12th grade school groups, lead gallery tours for adult groups and contribute assistance for special events. Through gallery interpretation and programming, docents make the objects and exhibitions in the museum relevant to visitors. Participants who are specifically interested in the docent program may contact the Museum Education Office at (518) 463-4478 or collinsb@albanyinstitute.org for more information.

About AIHA Internships:
The Albany Institute of History & Art welcomes talented students who are looking for an opportunity to work in a museum setting. Interns will work directly with museum professionals in the areas of: arts administration; public relations and marketing; curatorial practices; development/fundraising; education; event planning; and the museum shop. To read descriptions of each department offering internships, please see the document entitled Department Descriptions.

How to Apply:
To apply for an internship please complete the Intern Application or contact Barbara Collins at (518) 463-4478, ext. 405, or collinsb@albanyinstitute.org with questions.

Deadlines for Application Materials:

Session

Application Deadline

Response Date

All materials must be received by

You will hear back from us by

Spring (January-May)

October 31st

November 14th

Summer (May-August)

March 31st

April 14th

Fall (August-December)

June 30th

July 14th

Please note: Internships at AIHA are unpaid and we do not provide housing.

Intern Application

Department Descriptions