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Careers

We're Hiring!

Thank you for your interest in employment at The Newark Museum of Art. See below for current job position openings.

Please be advised that due to the high volume of applicants, we can only contact those candidates whose qualifications meet the requirements of the open positions.

Visitor Experience is responsible for daily general operations in the Welcome Center, and Galleries. As part of Visitor Experience, Gallery Hosts create a positive and welcoming environment for members, visitors, donors, and other stakeholders by contributing to the culture of genuine service. Our team actively engages visitors, while enthusiastically promoting the Museum and its services with a professional and positive demeanor.

Reports to: Manager of Visitor Experience
Salary: $15.13 per hour; eligible for sick time in accordance with the New Jersey’s Earned Sick Leave.

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People and Culture

The Newark Museum of Art
49 Washington Street
Newark, NJ 07102
Fax: 973.642.0459

PeopleandCulture@newarkmuseumart.org

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The Newark Museum of Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Upholding this commitment, we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, promotion, placement, transfer, layoff, recall, leaves of absence, and termination.

We are dedicated to embedding the principles of diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion (DEAI) in all aspects of our work and organizational culture. In undertaking this work, the Museum is committed to anti-racism–conscious efforts and deliberate actions intended to create equal opportunities for all on both an individual and systemic level. We strongly encourage applications from individuals who identify as BIPOC, veterans, LGBTQIA+, and those with disabilities, as they play a pivotal role in our mission. More information on the Newark Museum of Art’s commitment to DEAI can be found here.

The Newark Museum of Art is dedicated to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As an integral part of this commitment, we ensure that employees and applicants with disabilities have access to reasonable accommodation. For inquiries regarding reasonable accommodation, please contact accessibility@newarkmuseumart.org.

Internship Program

Thank you for your interest in pursuing an internship at the Newark Museum of Art. Information regarding the 2025 Summer Internship Program will be available soon.

Volunteer

Do You Love Art and Science?

Become a volunteer today and be a part of The Newark Museum of Art. Volunteers assist the Museum staff with programs, events, and visitor support through all departments including Special Events, Membership, the NMOA Shop, Registrar, and more!