University Assistant (Exhibitions, Collections & Education) Position Overview The University Art Gallery is seeking an enthusiastic, organized, and personable professional to serve as a part-time Gallery Assistant. This entry-level position supports the day-to-day operations of the gallery and provides hands-on experience across exhibition installation, collections care, registration, gallery management, and museum education. The ideal candidate will have prior internship or comparable experience in a museum or gallery setting, along with some training or coursework in museum studies, art handling, fine art, media studies, art history, or a related field. We are particularly interested in candidates who enjoy working with people and have experience or interest in art education, museum education, public programming, or visitor engagement. Responsibilities Exhibitions & Art Handling Assist with the installation and deinstallation of exhibitions, including artwork handling, preparation of gallery spaces, and installation of exhibition materials. Assist with the safe movement, handling, packing, and storage of artworks. Help prepare exhibition materials, labels, signage, and gallery spaces. Work with artists, guest curators, lenders, vendors, and university personnel as needed during exhibition preparation. Assist with exhibition openings, programs, and special events. Collections Care & Registration Assist with basic registrar duties, including object documentation, inventories, location tracking, condition reporting, and maintaining collection records. Support the care, organization, and appropriate storage of artworks in the university collection. Assist with incoming and outgoing loans and related documentation. Help maintain accurate digital and physical records for artworks and exhibitions. Identify and report collections-care concerns, damage, or environmental issues to the Gallery Director. Support routine collections-care activities and preventive conservation practices. Gallery Management & Administration Support the Gallery Director in the day-to-day operation and management of the gallery. Assist with scheduling, communications, preparation of materials, and other administrative tasks. Help maintain gallery spaces and ensure that exhibitions are presented in a professional and welcoming environment. Assist with coordinating gallery programs, events, and activities. Communicate professionally with students, faculty, staff, artists, visitors, and members of the public. Perform other duties related to gallery operations as assigned. Education & Visitor Engagement Welcome visitors and serve as a knowledgeable and approachable representative of the gallery. Assist with gallery talks, educational programs, tours, workshops, and other public- facing activities. Help develop or prepare educational and interpretive materials for exhibitions. Engage visitors in conversations about exhibitions and artworks in an accessible and welcoming manner. Support the gallery's efforts to connect exhibitions and collections with the university community and broader public. Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent training in museum studies, art history, fine art, media studies, arts administration, or a related field preferred. At least one prior internship or comparable experience in a museum, gallery, cultural institution, or arts organization required. Demonstrated training or experience in basic art handling and exhibition practices. Familiarity with museum collections, registration, or collections-care practices preferred. Experience or demonstrated interest in art education, museum education, public programming, or visitor engagement strongly preferred. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently. Ability to safely handle and move artworks and exhibition materials. Comfortable working with a diverse range of people and audiences. A genuine interest in working with people is essential. The successful candidate will be welcoming, curious, adaptable, and comfortable engaging with students, faculty, artists, visitors, and colleagues. Schedule The position requires approximately 15-19 hours per week, scheduled in consultation with the Gallery Director. Some flexibility is required, particularly during exhibition installations and deinstallations, exhibition openings, public programs, and other gallery events. This is an excellent entry-level professional opportunity for someone seeking to build a career in museum and gallery work while gaining broad, practical experience in exhibitions, collections, registration, education, and gallery management.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume, coverletter and three references to Assistant Professor of Art History & Art Gallery Director Sarah Churchill at churchillsar@easternct.edu University Assistant (Registrar and Collections Care) Position Overview The Art Gallery is seeking a detail-oriented and organized professional to serve as a University Assistant supporting registrar functions and collections care. Working closely with the Gallery Director, this position will help maintain the physical and intellectual integrity of the gallery's diverse collection of artworks and support the documentation, movement, storage, and care of objects. The position is well suited to an individual with experience in museum registration, collections management, art handling, conservation, or museum studies. Because the collection encompasses a range of media, materials, and object types, the successful candidate should be comfortable learning and applying appropriate care and handling practices to a diverse collection. Responsibilities Registration & Collections Management Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for artworks in the university's collection. (We currently use The Collector's System.) Create, update, and organize object files, condition reports, inventories, loan documentation, and other records. Assist with the cataloguing and documentation of newly acquired or previously undocumented objects. Track the location and movement of artworks within gallery, storage, and campus spaces. Assist with incoming and outgoing loans, including documentation, condition reporting, packing, shipping coordination, and installation/deinstallation. Maintain organized digital and physical collections documentation. Assist with inventory projects and periodic collections audits. Research and verify object information as needed, including artist, title, date, medium, dimensions, provenance, and related documentation. Collections Care & Art Handling Assist with the safe handling, movement, installation, deinstallation, and storage of artworks. Conduct and maintain condition reports and photographic documentation. Help monitor storage and exhibition environments and identify potential collections-care concerns. Assist with appropriate packing, shelving, storage, and protection of artworks. Support preventive conservation practices, including housekeeping and maintenance of collection storage and exhibition areas. Identify and report damage, deterioration, environmental concerns, pest activity, or other risks to artworks. Work with the Gallery Director and, when appropriate, outside conservators or other specialists to address collections-care needs. General Gallery Support Assist with exhibition preparation and installation as needed. Coordinate with university personnel, artists, lenders, and vendors on collections- related matters. Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism when handling collection records and sensitive information. Perform other duties related to registration, collections management, and gallery operations as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in art history, museum studies, studio art, arts administration, conservation, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. Previous experience in museum registration, collections management, art handling, or a related area preferred. Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail. Ability to maintain accurate records and follow established procedures. Familiarity with basic collections-management and art-handling principles preferred. Ability to safely handle and move artworks and collection materials. Strong computer skills and comfort working with databases and digital records. Ability to work independently while communicating effectively with the Gallery Director and other university personnel. Professional judgment, reliability, discretion, and a commitment to the responsible stewardship of cultural objects. Schedule The position requires approximately 15-19 hours per week, scheduled in consultation with the Gallery Director. Some flexibility in scheduling is preferred, particularly during exhibition installations, deinstallations, collection inventories, incoming or outgoing loans, and other time-sensitive collections activities. This position offers an opportunity to play an important role in the stewardship and development of a university art collection, while gaining broad experience in museum registration, collections management, art handling, and preventive conservation.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume, coverletter and three references to Assistant Professor of Art History & Art Gallery Director Sarah Churchill at churchillsar@easternct.edu Internship Coordinator, College of Business

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Dean, the College of Business Internship Coordinator uses independent analysis and judgment to develop and coordinate the internship programs and employer engagement opportunities for students in the undergraduate business programs at Eastern. The position has two primary areas of responsibility: 1. Internship development, coordination, and administration of assessment. 2. Professional and alumni outreach and employer partnership development. Specific Responsibilities

• Collaborate with each of the departments in the College to implement the internship policy, including working closely with the department secretaries.
• Collaborate with the Office of Career Success to coordinate all internship and student pre-professional initiatives.
• Develop partnerships with regional organizations to pursue student internship placements.
• Develop and maintain database of all internship placements within the College.
• Meet with students to direct them through the internship process.
• Develop professional and alumni opportunities around student engagement.
• Other duties and responsibilities as needed. Technical and Other Requirements
• Bachelor's degree, preferably in a business discipline, required.
• Must be proficient with Office 365 suite of programs and social media applications.
• Ability to learn new programs and technologies.
• Ability to manage, track, and use data.
• Strong writing and editing skills.

Hours and Pay This position is for 19 hours per week at an hourly rate of $25.00. To Apply Please submit a cover letter and CV/resume to goyettepa@easternct.edu News Writer/Editor (Part-Time University Assistant) Position Overview The Office of University Communications & Marketing at Eastern Connecticut State University seeks a skilled and creative News Writer/Editor (University Assistant) to support the University's storytelling, news coverage, and public relations efforts. This part-time position is ideal for a strong writer with journalism experience, excellent interviewing and editing skills, and a passion for telling compelling stories. Please note: This position requires working on-site at Eastern Connecticut State University's campus in Willimantic, Connecticut. Remote work is not available for this role. Responsibilities Write and edit news stories, press releases, feature stories, and other written content supporting the University's communications, marketing, and public relations initiatives. Cover University events, programs, and developments and produce engaging news content in AP style. Conduct interviews and background research to ensure accurate, thorough, and compelling storytelling. Edit and proofread content produced by student writers. Post news content to the University's online newsroom (via the website's content management system). Draft email newsletters and other digital communications. Prepare news content for distribution across the University's social media platforms. Participate in weekly writers' meetings to plan and coordinate coverage. Assist with additional communications and marketing projects as needed. Qualifications Bachelor's degree required; degree in communications, journalism, English, or a related field preferred. Demonstrated experience in news writing and editing, including knowledge of AP style and journalism ethics. Strong interviewing, reporting, and research skills. Experience working with digital publishing and communications platforms, including content management systems and email marketing tools. Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop, Constant Contact, and Cascade CMS preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. Detail-oriented, creative, reliable, and accountable. To Apply Please submit your resume, cover letter, and three writing samples to the Office of University Communications & Marketing at ucm-apply@easternct.edu. Candidates that apply by August 17,2026 will receive highest consideration.