Metal Museum - Blacksmithing Apprenticeship

Program Period: Applications for the 2021 program must be received by March 5, 2021. Apprentice residency period is May 11, 2021 - May 31, 2023.

Program Details:

Benefits

• Monthly living stipend of $1,875

• Medical, dental, and optional vision insurance (employee paid)

• Worker's compensation

• Paid and annual leave

• Access to shared studio facilities (24 hour access to blacksmith shop and foundry)

  • Basic woodshop; design lab; foundry; blacksmith shop; repair and restoration lab

• Private bedroom in shared house

• Secure parking onsite

• Wi-Fi in designated spaces

• Up to three (3) apprentices living onsite

• Up to $1,250 to be applied to educational opportunities outside of the Museum

Duties

• Leadership role in organizing and participating in an annual group exhibition, under guidance of Museum staff

• Design and production of Museum commissioned projects under guidance of Shop Foreman

• Assistance with educational programs, including classes, school, and summer programs

• Weekly onsite demonstrations

• Daily interaction with museum visitors

• Assistance during exhibition change

• Assistance during events, including set up and break down

• Shop maintenance and cleaning

• Participation in all Museum events including openings, lectures, and artist talks

For more information, and to apply: https://www.metalmuseum.org/apprenticeships