Curatorial Apprentice at Filoli Center – Woodside, California

• Modernizing History: Scanning, cataloging, and updating our database to make 150 years of history accessible to the world.
• The Big Sort: Identifying what to keep, what to digitize, and how to house historic materials (pre-1975) so they last another century.
• Influencing Policy: Collaborating with our Curator to revise archive management policies and presenting your findings to the Board.

• Length of Apprenticeship: 1 year
• Pay: $28.00 per hour and eligible for benefits.
• Schedule: Full-time (30–40 hours/week). Generally Monday–Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm with flexibility for some evening and weekend events.
• Location: Woodside, CA. Please note: Housing and public transportation are not available.

• The Independent Project: Researching and executing the archival deep dive that leaves a lasting mark on the museum.
• Hands-on Care: Assisting with conservation, packing, and moving heavy furniture or delicate art.
• Collections Support: Updating the Proficio database, photographing objects, and performing "high-stakes" dusting of exhibit items.
• Team Spirit: Working alongside our Learning, Facilities, and Visitor Services teams to keep the museum running beautifully.

• Curious: Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from college.
• Tech-Savvy: Comfortable with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and (ideally) collections databases.
• Culturally Minded: Someone who views diversity and equity as essential assets to a modern organization.
• Physically Capable: You’ll need to be comfortable on your feet, navigating uneven terrain, and lifting/moving items up to 50 lbs.
• A Self-Starter: You can take direction when needed but aren't afraid to work independently on complex tasks.

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