About the NAU Art Museums:
Our internship program gives students interested in a museum career meaningful, real-world experience working with museum professionals on the Flagstaff campus of Northern Arizona University. The Art Museums feature the Margaret Hettel Weiss Museum with a permanent collection containing historical artifacts and art and the Clara M. Lovett Museum which exhibits contemporary works. As cultural leaders in northern Arizona, the Art Museums emphasize the diversity of voices found in both the past and present and as part of a teaching institution, serve our local communities through exhibitions, events, and educational programs. Interns enrich our museums through their enthusiasm and new perspectives on how we fulfill our mission and develop impactful relationships in the museums, on campus, and with our community. We recognize our community is enriched through collaboration and inclusion and encourage students of all races, cultures, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender expressions to apply for internship opportunities in the Art Museums.
Internship Announcement: Digital Accessibility Internship – Summer 2024/ Fall 2024
Position Overview: The Digital Accessibility Intern will work under the supervision of the Curator Sr./ Museum SPEC and may consult with a NAU Marketing SPEC or faculty mentor specializing in accessibility and digital communications. This internship provides the student with an opportunity to develop practical skills in making digital content accessible and compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Northern Arizona University Marketing standards.
Hours and Compensation: The internship is unpaid, but the student may earn credit hours towards their degree through their home department. The NAU Art Museums will collaborate with interns to establish a schedule that accommodates the needs of both the student and the department. Although flexible, the internship requires a commitment to complete projects promptly and fulfill the necessary work hours based on the credit hours registered. This role is for one credit hour, and a successful candidate can reapply for two additional semesters/ credit hours.
- 1 credit hour per semester (45 hours total; approximately 3 hours per week)
Interns contribute to the university museums and community while gaining valuable skills and building a portfolio in a burgeoning field.
Responsibilities:
- Assess and remediate website content for ADA compliance, focusing on accessibility errors and usability improvements.
- Apply best practices for digital accessibility to newly created digital images and content to ensure they meet NAU Marketing and ADA standards.
- Engage with social media platforms to enhance accessibility, including the use of alternative text, captions, and accessible formats.
- Collaborate with the Digital Media Coordinator to develop and implement training sessions on digital accessibility for museum staff.
- Assist in the maintenance and enhancement of digital records and files, ensuring all digital media are accessible.
- Provide support in converting existing museum digital assets into ADA-compliant formats.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate in Information Technology, Digital Communications, Web Development, or a related field.
- Strong familiarity with ADA compliance, web development standards, and digital accessibility best practices.
- Excellent written, oral communication, and organizational skills, and a strong work ethic.
- Proficient with office technology and various computer programs, including the Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Cloud, and web development tools (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
- Ability to reliably maintain schedule and credit hour commitment.
Physical Requirements: This internship requires low to moderate levels of physical activity. The intern will primarily work at a desk and will require extended periods of computer use with short breaks permitted.
Location: NAU Art Museums, Mountain Campus, Old Main (building #10). Remote hours may be available.
Ready to Apply? Submit your resume, cover letter, and writing sample or portfolio to Ty at ty.miller@nau.edu.