Volunteer or Intern
With year-round programming, special events, and large-scale art installations, Oregon Contemporary relies on our volunteer base to help make it all happen. Volunteers work alongside staff members at events and installations. Interns gain experience across many facets of the organization and work alongside Oregon Contemporary staff members, artists, and curators who act as valuable mentors. Interns may assist with exhibitions, installations, marketing and website, research, events, and more.
Volunteering
If you would like to add your name to our volunteer mailing list and find out about upcoming opportunities, please fill out this short form. If you are interested in volunteering at Oregon Contemporary for any date or volunteer role, please respond to info@oregoncontemporary.org with your preferred name, gender pronouns, phone number, and preferred shifts.
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
Event & Installation Support
2026 Oregon Contemporary Artist Biennial
Join us in bringing a large-scale exhibition to life! No experience is necessary — we’ll provide training along the way. This is a hands-on opportunity to work alongside our curator and exhibiting artists.
Typical shift: 10 AM – 4 PM
(We’re happy to accommodate alternative hours based on availability.)
Volunteer activities may include:
Assisting with exhibition installation
Light construction and wall preparation
Painting
Installing artwork of all kinds
Supporting artists and curatorial staff
Available dates:
March 10–13
March 16–20
March 23–27
March 30–31
April 1–3
Front Desk Support
We’re seeking volunteers to welcome visitors and support our front desk operations during open hours.
Fridays–Sundays | 12–5 PM
We especially appreciate volunteers who can commit to multiple shifts, as it allows time for training and helps create a consistent, welcoming visitor experience.
First Saturday Programming
Help support special programming during our monthly open house events.
First Saturday of each month | 4–8:30 PM
As with front desk support, volunteers who are able to commit to multiple shifts are greatly appreciated for training and consistency.
Interning
In order to provide a meaningful internship experience, we ask for a minimum time commitment of 15-20 hours per week for 8–12 weeks, including one day a week allotted to gallery docent duty (Fri–Sun, 12 pm–5 pm). Priority is given to those applying for school credit. Oregon Contemporary does not provide housing, travel, or monetary compensation for interns. To learn more and apply for an internship, please review the Oregon Contemporary Intern Job Description: