Job Description
Job Summary
The Penny W. Stamps School of Art & Design is looking for a motivated and skilled individual to join Stamps Gallery's team as an Installation Assistant. This is a temporary part-time position where you will work on exhibition changeovers and preparation that last from two to six weeks all year round. The Installation Assistant will report to the Exhibition Coordinator Preparator, and Stamps Gallery Director. You will assist with the installation and de-installation of exhibitions, following best practices.
This job is onsite at the Stamps Gallery 201 S Division St, Ann Arbor, MI.
Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care - that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.
Responsibilities*
- Prepare, install and de-install objects of all media (2D, 3D, new media, and installations) for exhibition
- Crate, pack, and unpack art for storage, transportation, and exhibitions
- Help with transportation and storage of artwork before the installation and follow de-installation
- Install digital, multimedia, and other tech-intensive works and troubleshoot technical issues as they arise
- Execute assigned projects, create a plan and implement
- Fabricate and construct mounts and conduct minor cleaning
- Assist with special projects and events
Required Qualifications*
- 1+ years of experience physically handling artwork in a variety of media from delicate works on paper to large-scale sculptures and installations made of fabric to industrial materials
- Demonstrated knowledge of techniques used in exhibition preparation
- Ability to interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and exhibition design plans.
- Working knowledge of small tools, carpentry and woodworking, painting walls, hanging two-dimensional and three-dimensional artworks, and basic construction.
- Awareness of, and ability to research materials and display techniques as needed
- Experience with Photoshop and digital databases
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Work Schedule
During Exhibition Setup & Takedown 16 - 35 hours per week during exhibition changeovers. Exhibition changeovers are scheduled on the following times May 4 - June 4, 2026 & July 27 - September, 2026
Duration: Spring/Summer 2026
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Job Summary
The Penny W. Stamps School of Art & Design is looking for a motivated and skilled individual to join Stamps Gallery's team as an Installation Assistant. This is a temporary part-time position where you will work on exhibition changeovers and preparation that last from two to six weeks all year round. The Installation Assistant will report to the Exhibition Coordinator Preparator, and Stamps Gallery Director. You will assist with the installation and de-installation of exhibitions, following best practices.
This job is onsite at the Stamps Gallery 201 S Division St, Ann Arbor, MI.
Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care - that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.
Responsibilities*
- Prepare, install and de-install objects of all media (2D, 3D, new media, and installations) for exhibition
- Crate, pack, and unpack art for storage, transportation, and exhibitions
- Help with transportation and storage of artwork before the installation and follow de-installation
- Install digital, multimedia, and other tech-intensive works and troubleshoot technical issues as they arise
- Execute assigned projects, create a plan and implement
- Fabricate and construct mounts and conduct minor cleaning
- Assist with special projects and events
Required Qualifications*
- 1+ years of experience physically handling artwork in a variety of media from delicate works on paper to large-scale sculptures and installations made of fabric to industrial materials
- Demonstrated knowledge of techniques used in exhibition preparation
- Ability to interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and exhibition design plans.
- Working knowledge of small tools, carpentry and woodworking, painting walls, hanging two-dimensional and three-dimensional artworks, and basic construction.
- Awareness of, and ability to research materials and display techniques as needed
- Experience with Photoshop and digital databases
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Work Schedule
During Exhibition Setup & Takedown 16 - 35 hours per week during exhibition changeovers. Exhibition changeovers are scheduled on the following times May 4 - June 4, 2026 & July 27 - September, 2026
Duration: Spring/Summer 2026
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
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