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Become a Volunteer
A docent is a volunteer educator who engages visitors to The Hyde Collection in discussion and exploration of the collection and special exhibitions. Docents lead tours throughout the year. Any adult who wants to share their enthusiasm for The Hyde Collection and who loves learning about art is eligible to become a docent.
If you are interested in becoming a docent, please fill out the form below or contact Katelyn Foley at 518-792-1761, ext. 327.
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Internships
The Hyde Collection offers internships three times per year, in the summer, fall, and spring, with flexible start and end dates. Currently internships are available in the Curatorial & Collections Department and in the Education Department. Interns are asked to commit to working a minimum of 8 hours per week, with a maximum of around 15 hours per week. As per New York State labor standards, all interns at The Hyde must be students currently enrolled in a degree-granting program or (for summer interns) have graduated the previous semester with plans to continue their education in the fall. At this time, internships are unpaid, though they may be completed for course credit.
Development Internship
- Assist with coordinating special events such as Exhibition Opening Receptions, Summer Luncheon, The Hyde Gala, and member mixers.
- Assist with fundraising and outreach efforts by the way of annual appeal mailings, membership drives, and other community partnership opportunities.
- Assist the Development team with creating member surveys and evaluating data to enhance the member experience.
Internship Cycles
Summer
Begins late May/early June, ends mid to late August
Application deadline April 1
Fall
Begins late August/early September, ends late November/early December
Application deadline August 20
Spring
Begins late January/early February, ends late April/early May
Application deadline November 15
Curatorial and Collections Internship
Projects may include, but are not limited to:
- Provenance research on works in the permanent collection
- Cataloging of archival materials and art objects
- Conducting inventories
- Reorganizing physical and digital filing systems
- Assisting with exhibitions
- Updating information in The Museum System (TMS) database
Education Internship
Projects may include, but are not limited to:
- Working with children and students
- Assisting with events
- Helping with programming and art-making activities
- Conducting research on better engaging museum visitors
- Assisting with guided tours
