Volunteer
McIntosh Gallery hosts opportunities for volunteers to get involved, meet interesting people, and learn more about art and gallery practices at Western University.
New for 2026/27: McIntosh Gallery is joining the Western Peer Leader Program! The following positions are now open on the Western Peer Leaders webpage:
- Communications/Social Media Ambassadors (listed under 'Media, Writing, and Content Creation')
- Program Facilitator/Docents (listed under 'Academic Support & Mentorship')
- Collections Assistants (listed under 'Administration & Communication')
- Curatorial Assistants (listed under 'Administration & Communication')
Apply before March 6th for Fall 2026!
Collections assistant Emily, and colletions volunteer Kath work in McIntosh Gallery's Collection storage vault.
Please note that our volunteer program is currently FULL for Winter 2026.
To inquire about future volunteer opportunities at McIntosh Gallery, contact Heather Carey, Gallery Operations Officer hcarey@uwo.ca
What our volunteers have to say...
"Working at the McIntosh Gallery is a wonderful experience, as I have learned new skills and meet interesting people! I plan to complete my MFA, and this opportunity connects me to other individuals within the contemporary art scene in London. Working in such a thought-provoking environment has had positive affects on my own work, and brings me much enjoyment. The staff at the McIntosh gallery is supportive, helpful, and will work to suit the schedule needs of others. Thank you McIntosh staff for this wonderful opportunity, I enjoy coming into the gallery every week very much!"
- Anonymous, Faculty of Arts & Humanities (Visual Arts)
"As a student with a lot of diverse interests I have always had a lot on the go. Volunteering at the McIntosh has given me the opportunity to get involved in the Western community while at the same time gaining valuable long-term work experience."
