Student - Museum Assistant, Berman Museum of Art, Fall 2026

The Museum Assistant position is a part-time, receptionist, visitor services, collections assistant and tour guide for the Berman Museum of Art.

Specific Responsibilities

• Working at the Berman reception desk
• Opening and closing of the museum as needed
• Assistant at events and with event planning
• Give tours of exhibitions and outdoor sculpture collection
• Collections duties, including exhibition installation, as assigned by the Collections Manager

Required Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
• Demonstrated initiative to work independently and as part of a team

Other Duties:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Job responsibilities and activities may be modified or changed at any time with or without notice.  Job descriptions will be audited periodically by the Ursinus Human Resources department to ensure they are up-to-date and reflect the essential responsibilities and duties of the job.

Berman Museum Mission Statement:

The Berman supports the educational mission of Ursinus College across all disciplines, presenting innovative exhibitions and programs that cultivate curiosity and encourage exploration, critical thinking, and civic engagement. Admission is always free and open to the public.

Our growing collection is an important resource for teaching and outreach to diverse college and community audiences. Ensuring the integrity, preservation, and interpretation of these artworks and artifacts is an ongoing responsibility sustained in public trust.