Work With Us

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The National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) offers a variety of career opportunities within a creative, inclusive environment.

We employ full-time and part-time personnel in positions that require various levels of education and training. Our departments include Administration, Communications and Marketing, Curatorial, Development, Education, Digital Engagement, Library and Research Center, Public Programs, Publications, Security, and Special Events. 

Open Positions

Join Our Security Team

NMWA’s Security team protects the museum’s art collection and provides a safe environment for employees and visitors.

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Three Security Officers and artist Judy Chicago stand next to each other smiling in front of opening text to the artist's exhibition.
Photo by Sancha McBurnie

How to Apply

To apply for an open position, please send an email to hr@nmwa.org with your cover letter, resume, and salary requirements. Email is the preferred method; attachments should be in Microsoft Word or PDF formats only. If you are unable to apply by email, you may mail application materials to:

Human Resources
National Museum of Women in the Arts
1615 M Street NW, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20036

The National Museum of Women in the Arts is an equal opportunity employer. To request accommodations in the application or hiring process, please notify NMWA’s Human Resources department at HR@nmwa.org. To comply with tax and legal obligations all candidates must reside in Maryland, DC, or Virginia. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship by NMWA.