Volunteer Application
TNG has many opportunities for you to participate. The hours are flexible and a variety of positions are available. Some volunteer positions are for single events, while others - such as board or committee positons, or working in the Resource Centre - require a longer-term commitment. Internships are also available.
If you'd like to volunteer on a casual basis subscribe to TNG's volunteer list.
Volunteers or interns seeking a long-term (three months or more) placement at the gallery should send us a copy of their resume and two external references that may be contacted by TNG (not family members or friends). You should also include a brief statement outlining why you wish to volunteer at TNG, what you hope to gain from your volunteer experience, and your availability. We'll conduct a brief interview to discuss your commitment and interests. Knowing about you and how you can fit with our organization helps us ensure you have the best volunteer experience possible. If we're a good fit for each other, we'll work out a convenient schedule together.
Volunteers agree that at any time the The New Gallery may decide to terminate the volunteer’s relationship with the gallery.
General volunteer positions:
Gallery Installs, Receptions, Rentals and Fundraising Events:
Volunteers assist event staff with setting up, and tearing down exhibition and events, serving food and beverages, clearing tables, meeting and greeting guests, supervising artwork and other duties as required.
Office Administration Support:
Volunteer office support opportunities include preparing bulk mail-outs, filing documents, entering data and other administrative tasks that help keep TNG running smoothly.
Resource Centre:
Sorting and cataloguing archival material, scanning slides and photographs to create digital images, digital image editing, copyright research, biographical research for artists, adding keywords to existing records. Resource Centre volunteers are required to make a commitment of three or more months. For additional information, see our Resource Centre page.
Internships:
Undergraduate students from the Alberta College of Art & Design and the University of Calgary's Fine Art Department can also gain valuable experience while earning credits through internship programs offered by their institutions. We will work with you and your instructor to ensure a rewarding experience for everyone involved. Contact your internship coordinator to discuss a possible placement with us.
Board of Directors:
The role of the Board of Directors of The New Gallery (the Board) is to govern the organization in accordance with the Bylaws and applicable laws, to establish the organization's direction and monitor its performance. Board volunteers are required to make a commitment of at least one year. Interested in getting involved? See our Board of Directors page for further information.
Committees:
Any member interested in being involved in the Society through one of our standing committees (Programming, JSH, Communications, Development, Finance & Human Resources) are encouraged to view our Board of Directors page to review each committees terms of reference before contacting the board to sign up.
We'd be happy to have you join our unique and progressive environment! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact us at info@thenewgallery.org