Volunteer

Docents

The Mint Museum’s Docents, volunteer members of the Education Department, lead tours and programs and devote time and expertise to help visitors understand and enjoy works of art in the museum’s collections and special exhibitions. A thorough training program prepares docents with teaching skills and helps develop their knowledge of aesthetics and the history of art. The Docents look for people who have the ability to communicate effectively with a group, an interest in art, and a warm and friendly attitude. Dues are $10 for Active Docents. The next new docent training program will begin September 2012. If you have interest in joining the fall 2012 class, please contact Adult Programs Coordinator Laura Everett.

 

Interns

The Mint Museum’s Internship Program is an opportunity for area college students to gain valuable career insight into the workings of a museum. Internships are available at both museum locations and in specific departments such as education, curatorial, registration, marketing and public relations, and graphic design. Internships are available year round and open to any college level student. To apply for an internship, download an application or contact Laura Everett by e-mail or phone at 704/337-2032.

 

Museum Affiliates

The affiliate groups of The Mint Museum provides members with additional opportunities to become involved in the museums through volunteering, educational and social events. Each organization presents unique insights into the Museum and the Arts.
For more information on participating as a member of one of The Mint Museum’s Affiliate groups, click here.

 

Volunteer at the Mint

If you're interested in volunteering at the Mint Museum Uptown or the Mint Museum Randolph please download the following volunteer application forms and email them along with a resume to our Guest Services and Volunteer Manager Jeremy Hall.

Or you can print the application off, fill it out, and mail it to:

Jeremy Hall | Guest Service and Volunteer Manager Mint Museum Uptown At Levine Center for the Arts 500 S. Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28202

In the Words of our Volunteers

“The larger world becomes a smaller world, a neighborhood, when you volunteer. The Mint Museum offers that experience, the rewards of working with a wonderfully professional staff, a challenging educational opportunity and just a lot of plain ol’ fun!” - Gwen Bland

“Over the years I have moved 18 times, so I have been involved with museums all over the world. It's a great way for me to connect with the community and people. Because our extensive traveling, I enjoy the different cultures of the world. You get a wonderful art education not only with the art on the walls, but with the people you meet. By understanding people you enhance your imagination. A painting or a sculpture takes me to a place that I have been and it’s a lot of fun.” - Lyn Mack