Students

University of Richmond Students

Whether curating exhibitions, creating social media posts, designing tours, researching the collection, or guiding visitors through the galleries, UR students are central to the mission of the University of Richmond’s museums.

Student standing in front of a painting

Student Trips

The Harnett Museum of Art organizes student art acquisition trips on an annual basis. These trips vary in duration and destination, but the objective stays the same: students get a deep-dive experience of the art world and vote to acquire an artwork for their university’s art collection. Check back here for details on this year’s trip. If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact us.

Student looking at art

Internships

Before the start of each fall semester, typically in August, the Museums post up to ten internships for UR students in different areas of museum work. Opportunities vary according to the museum’s priorities and students’ areas of interest and experience.

UR Student Internships for 2024-25

Visit the student employment website for information about internships available this academic year, and then submit your application and cover letter. 

Student Employment

The University Museums offer employment opportunities for around thirty students per academic year as gallery attendants. Gallery attendants greet and guide visitors to our special exhibitions at the Harnett Museum of Art and the natural science displays in the Lora Robins Gallery in Boatwright Memorial Library. Students receive training in how to orient visitors and deliver interpretive tours. They also assist with special events. Students work in rotating 2-hour shifts, allowing them to learn about and guide visitors in all exhibitions on view. Students can apply for this opportunity by emailing Kayla Solsbak (kayla.solsbak@richmond.edu) for more information.