FWS Art Gallery Assistant - Fall 2026

FWS Art Gallery Assistant 

Job Description 

ONLY STUDENTS ELIGIBLE FOR FEDERAL WORK-STUDY (FWS) MAY APPLY 

Position Summary:  

The Art Gallery Assistant will play a vital role in supporting the Wege Gallery Director in all aspects of planning, promoting, and installing art exhibitions. This hands-on opportunity offers students the chance to work closely with exhibiting artists, gain valuable skills in exhibition production, and engage directly with the MIU community and general public.  

Students this Position Appeals to:  

This position is ideal for students interested in pursuing a career in the arts, particularly those interested in art, art history, or arts administration. It's perfect for individuals seeking practical experience in gallery operations and event management, getting people excited to attend events, and developing exhibition programs to increase student engagement. This role offers students a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in gallery management and art administration, invaluable for those pursuing careers in galleries, museums, or artists’ studios. Through hands-on involvement in exhibition production and community outreach, students will develop problem-solving skills and professionalism crucial for success in the art industry. 

Experience Gained / Advantages for Student:  

• Assisting with the planning and execution of art exhibitions from conception to installation. 
• Direct interaction with exhibiting artists, fostering valuable networking opportunities. 
• Development of essential skills in event promotion, public speaking, and community engagement. 
• Insight into gallery operations and the inner workings of the art industry. 
• Opportunity to showcase leadership abilities by leading student programs and tours of exhibitions. 
• Hands-on experience with physically mounting exhibitions.  

Job Responsibilities: 

1. Work with the Gallery Director in installing and mounting art exhibitions. 
2. Assist in promoting exhibitions to the MIU community through various channels. 

1. Assist with the coordination of public gallery programs and events. 
2. Lead student programs within the gallery space, fostering engagement and participation. 
3. Maintain and create gallery reports and documents as needed. 
4. Conduct tours of exhibitions for community groups and engage with visitors about the artwork. 
5. Working occasional evening weekend events per exhibition.  

Job Qualifications:  

• Proficiency and professionalism in email communication and word processing programs. 
• Interest in or experience with art making and exhibiting art. 
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.  
• Ability to use basic power tools safely and effectively, and/or demonstrate a willingness to learn.  
• High dependability, on-time, reliable, motivated, complete tasks and can problem solve.
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Location: Wege Center for the Arts 

Supervisor: Susan Metrican, Gallery Director 

Susan Metrican is an artist living and working in Fairfield, IA via Boston, NYC, Toronto, and Bangkok. Metrican received an MFA from the Massachusetts College of Art and Design, her BFA from the Kansas City Art Institute, and attended the Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture in 2014 and Shandaken: Storm King in 2022. Metrican’s work has been included in solo and group exhibitions nationally. Metrican has an artist edition with Drawer NYC (NY) and has been featured in ART MAZE Mag and Cream City Review. She is one of four founding members of kijidome, an experimental project space and collaborative in Boston, MA (2013-2017). From 2014-2022, she was the Curator at the Kniznick Gallery at Brandeis University. 

About the Wege Center: Wege Center for the Arts  

The Wege Gallery (est. 2021) is the primary exhibition space at Maharishi University, operated by the MIU Art Department. The gallery hosts 4-5 shows per year featuring artists from across the country, including student and faculty exhibitions. The Wege Gallery is located at the Wege Center for the Arts and was made possible by the generosity of the Wege family.