Providing research and professional training for young adults.
Our summer fellowship program offers young adults paid opportunities to explore a career in museums and develop professional skills in the cultural sector. Launched in 2014, the Montreal Jewish Museum’s fellowship programs offers a cohort of 8-12 fellows an immersive experience in digital humanities, public history, and contemporary museum practices.
Our summer fellowship program invites candidates to acquire experience and practice skills related to increasing access to Montreal’s unique Jewish history, food, arts, and culture. Starting off with a 3-week seminar series in May, our fellowship program is a commitment of 3 to 4 months through the summer. The fellowship program provides emerging cultural workers interested in Jewish culture and history, to support the Museum’s public programs (such as guided walking tours, food tours, research projects, community events, and overseeing visitor reception).
Fellowships
at a glance
Professional
Experience
Gain professional work experience and develop your research skills by performing in-depth primary and secondary source research.
Immersive
Learning
Immerse yourself in learning about Montreal’s culture and history, while spending your summer outdoors exploring the city.
Public
Engagement
Represent the Museum on the public stage, educating diverse visitors in fun and engaging ways.
Creative
Community
Join a community of young scholars and cultural workers and leave an impact on the Museum through your research and creative projects.
“Working at the Museum has genuinely been the best job I’ve had. My role as a fellow has taught me a lot about Jewish life, culture, and history, but maybe most importantly it has enriched my identity and helped me build connections to Jewish communities within Montreal and beyond. I’m grateful for my time at the Museum and would suggest the fellowship for anyone interested!”
Ella, Fellowship Alumni
How to Apply
Apply for a Fellowship at the Museum of Jewish Montreal to learn from experts, meet mentors, create new cultural experiences, make friends, and jump start your career!
View Job PostingsOur annual fellowship program is a competitive opportunity for emerging cultural workers, history enthusiasts, or aspiring museum professionals to lead historical walking and food tours, perform original research, collect community oral histories, and leave a lasting impact on our Museum’s programming.
Eligibility
The Museum of Jewish Montreal believes that diversity and inclusivity is the foundation for a healthy society and flourishing ecosystem of arts and culture. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply to join our team.
- We welcome applications from a variety of academic backgrounds. Expertise in Jewish history is not required.
- Many of our fellows stay with us past their fellowship contracts. We have a preference for candidates who will be staying in Montreal beyond the duration of their contract.
- Applicants must be eligible to legally work in Canada.
- Many of our Museum Educator positions are supported by the Young Canada Works and Canada Summer Jobs programs, funded by the Government of Canada. Please check eligibility requirements before applying.
- We are open to accepting applicants through funded post-secondary internships or work-study placements. Please check with your school’s work-study program or your academic advisor to see if our fellowship is eligible for funding or course credit.
Application Timeline
- The Summer Fellowship program takes place from May – July, our Museum Educator positions are posted in late March or early April.
- Part-time opportunities and fellowship extensions in the fall and winter may sometimes be available. Fall Research Fellowship positions, when available, are posted in August.
View job opportunities for more information or contact our Research Manager Benya Villani