The Article below was published in Vol. 136, Issue 5 of the Lake Forest College Stentor on February 19, 2021.
By Lauren Gantt ’21
A&E Editor
JAM 2021 is here! Jobs at Art Museums, appropriately referred to as JAM, is hosting their annual career awareness event at the Art Institute of Chicago from February 17 to May 5.
This year, due to the pandemic, JAM is offering a series of 12 virtual events and presentations for college and university students. At these events, students can listen to industry professionals discuss different aspects of working at art museums, learn about upcoming internship opportunities, and even get the chance to professionally network with peers and museum staff.
It is important to note that participation in this event does not guarantee getting hired. JAM has said that staff will not be accepting resumes or participating in interviews at the event.
Event Schedule
All events are held Wednesdays at noon CST. You can register for free and find more information about individual events and speakers by visiting this website: www.artic.edu/jobs-at-art-museums-jam-2021
February 24: Development
“Learn from staff who work to generate funding that supports all museum programs and operations.”
Speakers: Madeline Shearer, Erika Lowe Mullins, Sam White, Court Tan
March 3: Writing
“Learn how writers of all kinds contribute their skills to the work of the museum.”
Speakers: Jennifer Oatess, Ginia Sweeney, Elizabeth Lin Dudgeon
March 10: Design
“Learn how design thinking drives exhibitions and communication strategies across the museum.”
Speakers: Kristin Best, Sal Cruz, Sam Grassi, Andrew Meriwether
March 17: LinkedIn Tips for Museum Careers
“Discover tips and tricks for pursuing internships and careers at the Art Institute and beyond.”
Speaker: Mayra Aviles
March 24: Handle with Care
“Hear from museum staff that work directly with objects in the museum’s collection.”
Speakers: Aidan Fitzpatrick, Leslie Carlson, Thomas Huston
March 31: Research
“Learn how research and the generation of new knowledge is fundamental to the work of the museum.”
Speakers: Katie Kremnitzer, Felicia Mings, Clara Granzotto
April 7: Curatorial
“Meet staff whose decisions and knowledge shape the stories that artwork tells in the museum.”
Speakers: Lorien Yonker, Robyn Farrell, Maite Borjabad López-Pastor
April 14: Community Programs
“Meet staff whose outreach and partnerships keep the museum connected to the communities it serves.”
Speakers: Nora Gainer, Erika Hubbard, Kylie Escudero
April 21: Equity and Social Justice
“Join this open and frank discussion of equity and social justice issues in the museum.”
Speakers: Teresa Liu, Sarah Gray, Amy Tsegai, Rachel Echiverri
April 28: Learning and Public Engagement
“Meet staff whose work connects visitors to art and inspires them to question, confront, and imagine.”
Speakers: Maura Flood, Ayana Chavis
May 5: Internship Experience at the Art Institute of Chicago
“This program designed by current Art Institute interns will shed light on what it means to be a part of the museum community.”
Speakers: TBD
Students can contact universitypartners@artic.edu with any further questions regarding the events.
