Is being a museum technician or conservator a good fit for you?
Cleans, repairs and prepares objects in museum collections so they last and can be studied or shown. Handles items such as fossils, art and old artefacts.
What the work involves
- Checks whether objects need repair and chooses the safest, most effective way to fix them.
- Specialises in certain materials or objects, like books, paintings, textiles, metals or building materials.
- Recommends ways to protect objects, such as controlling temperature and humidity, to museum and building staff.
- Sets up and prepares objects for display, keeping them safe, reporting on their condition and fixing problems.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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