Careers
Summer Employment Opportunities
Cultural Programs Assistant
Do you love working with children and youth? Are you hoping to use your talents in the arts to teach and inspire? The Reach is seeking a responsible, enthusiastic candidate with an interest in education, particularly in the art gallery and/or museum setting, for the position of Cultural Programs Assistant. During the summer work term, the Cultural Programs Assistant will gain practical, hands-on experience in several areas of museum and gallery operations, with a focus on public and educational programming and community cultural development.
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to the Curator of Learning and Community Engagement, Anna Williams. We will only accept electronic applications (please do not mail or drop off hard-copies). Email your application documents as PDFs and include your name and “Summer Employment Application” in the subject line.
Applications must be received by 5:00pm on Friday April 12, 2019. For more information, contact Anna Williams at 604-864-8087 x 127.
Collections Assistant
Have you ever wanted to work behind the scenes at a museum? Ever wondered how collections are cared for and organized? This is your opportunity to indulge your curiosity and take part in a unique summer work experience! The Reach Gallery Museum Abbotsford seeks a mature, motivated summer student for the position of Collections Assistant. During the summer work term, the Collections Assistant will gain practical, hands-on skills in the care, handling, and management of museum collections and archival materials, learn the fundamentals of information management, be introduced to best practices for the digitization of collections, and hone project management skills.
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to the Curator of Historical Collections, Kris Foulds. We will only accept electronic applications (please do not mail or drop off hard-copies). Email your application documents as PDFs and include your name and “Summer Employment Application” in the subject line.
Applications must be received by 5:00pm on Friday April 12, 2019. For more information, contact Kris Foulds at 604-864-8087 x 122.
Volunteer Opportunities
The Reach is a vibrant and creative environment for volunteers. If you would like to use your time and talents to contribute to the arts and cultural life of Abbotsford, we are the place! Click here to learn more about our current volunteer opportunities at The Reach!
Opportunities for Emerge Members
The Reach invites Emerge members to a behind the scenes experience to help you gain professional development with hands-on practical skills to further your art education.
Artist Facilitators
We are regularly hiring artist facilitators for programs and workshops. If you are interested in these opportunities please email your resume to Anna Williams, Education Programmer at awilliams@thereach.ca.