Employment

Join the Burke team

When you work at the Burke, you get to help others discover more about the natural and cultural world—and do plenty of discovering yourself. There’s always something new to learn and experience!

You also get to be part of the University of Washington (UW) community. UW is proud to be one of the nation’s premier educational and research institutions that values its people as one of the most important assets in its pursuit of excellence in education, research and community service. UW staff not only enjoys outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Find out about open employment positions below or consider getting involved through one of our volunteering opportunities.

Curator with bat specimens

Photo: Robert Wade Photography

Burke employees at Seahawks rally

Photo: Burke Museum

Burke employees at Curators Dinner

Photo: Robert Wade Photography

Burke employee at Curators Dinner

Photo: Robert Wade Photography

Employment Opportunities

Employment at the Burke Museum is managed by the University of Washington. Details for current openings may be found on the University of Washington’s employment page.

Career positions offer competitive benefits, including medical and dental insurance, museum membership, and a tuition exemption program. To learn more, visit the UW Benefits & Work/Life page. The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Work Study Positions
The Burke Museum has a number of work-study positions available to students who qualify. To find current opportunities, go to the University of Washington’s work study page and search for “Burke Museum.”

Open Positions

Current openings at the Burke Museum are listed below if available. For a full job description and application instructions for each position, visit the University of Washington’s employment page and search using the “Req #” listed with the position that interests you. Please do not send unsolicited resumes to Burke Museum staff.

 
Membership Coordinator:
The Burke Museum is seeking a highly organized, process-oriented person to coordinate the new membership program and assist with acquisitions efforts leading up to the New Burke Grand Opening in October 2019. Under the direction of the Membership Manager, the Membership Coordinator will be responsible for logistical and administrative aspects of the Burke's membership program, with emphasis on membership processing and fulfillment, executing campaigns and appeals, coordinating events, and providing input on program plans and initiatives. 

To Apply:  Visit UW Hires and reference requisition #168217

Store Coordinator:
The Burke is seeking a dynamic, retail-minded person to re-launch the Burke store in this new iteration of the Burke Museum. As a member of the Visitor Experience Team, the Store coordinator will coordinate and implement an annual work plan for the store that includes spearheading a new consignment program featuring Native artists and maintaining a robust inventory that features mission-inspired products and custom, branded items. 

To Apply:  Visit UW Hires and reference requisition #168299

Volunteer

If you don’t see a job you’re suited for, we encourage you to consider becoming a Burke volunteer. Whether you’re looking to volunteer at a one-time event or a longer-term position, the Burke offers a range of opportunities. From behind the scenes to working with the public, you may find something that’s a good fit for your skills and interest. 

Volunteer Opportunities
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