Thank you for your interest in working at the Blanton!

The museum is home to an array of professional roles that match a wide range of interests and talents. No matter your position at the Blanton, you’re contributing to the preservation of culture and history for the Austin community and beyond. Any open positions are listed below.

For more information, please contact Amanda O’Quinn, HR Manager, at amanda.oquinn@blantonmuseum.org

Positions Currently Available

Associate Curator / Curator of Latin American Art (Full-time)

Please visit our Volunteers page for more information and to apply to volunteer at the Blanton.


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Three Blanton graduate fellows pose in front of Stacked Waters by Teresita Fernandez in the Blanton Museum atrium, a large artwork featuring blue glass

Opportunities for UT Students

The Blanton offers numerous Work-Study positions each year to eligible UT students. Work-Study students are typically appointed for 10 hours per week from September to May as regulated by The University of Texas at Austin. Positions are advertised through Handshake.

Open work-study positions are listed below:

No Positions Currently Available

The Blanton awards part-time, paid Graduate Fellowships to UT graduate students. Graduate Fellows work closely with Blanton staff to create, research, and contribute to museum projects and programs. They may also receive training in museum pedagogy and teach to K-12 or UT students in the Blanton galleries. Graduate Fellows are appointed for the academic year and must meet employment requirements set by the Graduate School.

Some Graduate Fellows, as UT employees, may be eligible to participate in insurance programs and may qualify for other benefits in accordance with existing university policies. Hours range from 10-20 hours per week. Compensation varies by appointment. Students from all academic and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

The application period for the Blanton’s 2026-2027 graduate fellowships is now closed. Please follow the instructions on the job listing below, or on UT’s Workday platform.