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INTERN: Unpaid, Museum of the Moving Image, web dev, digi media,

I’m specifically focusing on recruiting for a couple positions.  One is for a kick-ass project to help us bring online collections into the 21st century (Web Development).  The other gets to work with me and video games.  (Digital Media)
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> http://www.movingimage.us/about/internships
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> Museum of the Moving Image is now accepting applications for Fall 2011 semester-long, for-credit unpaid internships. Qualified candidates will be advanced undergraduate or graduate students pursuing degrees in a relevant field.
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> Under the supervision of department heads, interns have the opportunity to become familiar with the full range of Museum operations. Applicants must be able to work at least ten hours per week at the Museum between 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
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> To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter specifying your department of interest to internships@movingimage.us.
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> Collection Curatorial Assistant: Interns will assist in the acquisition of objects for the Museum’s collection, and interact with prospective donors.
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> Collection Research and Cataloging: Interns will assist in researching and cataloging objects in the collection, which includes technical apparatus, still photographs, licensed merchandise, design materials, costumes, fan magazines, publicity materials of all kinds, video and computer games, and historical movie theater furnishings.
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> Collection Management: Interns will become fully familiar with the collections management function, including the storage, maintenance, and conservation of objects.
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> Digital Imaging: Interns will assist with the digital photography and scanning of artifacts in the Museum collection and institutional archives.
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> Digital Media: Interns will provide technical assistance for the Museum’s exhibitions and will assist with the planning and implementation of digital media related programs.
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> Film: Interns will assist in research, preparation, and implementation of screenings and discussion programs in the Museum’s new theater and screening room and will prepare supporting materials, including program notes.
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> Public Information: Interns will assist with a range of publicity and marketing initiatives to promote Museum programs, including press-list management, community outreach, coordinating the Museum’s weekly e-mail newsletter, maintaining press kits, and compiling press clippings.
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> Web Development: Interns will assist with the design and execution of a new section for online exhibitions on the Museum’s website. Experience with HTML, CSS, and PHP required.