Get Involved

get involved

Internships, volunteer positions and work experience placements within the Education Department offer an insight into how an art gallery works and provides valuable experience for those wishing to pursue a career in the museum and gallery world.

Work Experience for Secondary School students

Work experience placements for secondary school students offer young people the opportunity to develop a range of skills to contribute to their future employability. Students assist in the art studio and help teachers and artists with their workshops.


Internships for Graduates

Education Department volunteers commit to working at least 3 days per week for a period of 3 months. They undertake a wide variety of tasks from basic office duties to assisting the running of the Schools Programme in the Gallery and Sackler Centre Studio. Those who are able to commit for a longer period of time are given a special project to tie in with their own interests. Travel expenses are reimbursed.


Teaching at the Gallery

Volunteer Teaching Team

A team of dedicated volunteers help to interpret our collection of Old Master paintings for students of all ages. Our Volunteer Teaching Team benefits from regular training including talks on the permanent collection and temporary exhibitions and sessions on teaching methodology. Volunteer Teachers must above all enjoy working with children and be able to communicate in a fun and engaging way. Teaching experience is beneficial, but not required. Enthusiasm is essential; no specific art historical knowledge is required, as training is provided.


Teaching Artists

Over 35 talented Teaching Artists work both in the Sackler Studio with schools, adults, young people and families, and at various off-site venues with Community Outreach groups. Creating art is at the heart of Education at Dulwich Picture Gallery and we welcome artists working with a range of media


Application for all positions is by CV and covering letter. Please send your application for the attention of Deputy Head of Education, Dulwich Picture Gallery, Gallery Road, London SE21 7AD, or visit the Contact Us page to email the Education Department.