Volunteers work closely with Corcoran professional staff behind the scenes, conducting tours, assisting at openings, special events, public programs and lectures and providing office support. Corcoran staff members determine all volunteer assignments on the basis of your background, qualifications, interests and availability. N.W. Washington, DC 20006-1778. Docents At the Corcoran more than 150 docents, famed for their gifted presentations, give daily tours and outreach talks for tots to senior adults. A belief in public service, spirit of camaraderie and love of lifelong learning motivate their long-term commitment to the Gallery.
All docents participate in ongoing training related to aesthetics, art history, and tour techniques.
The training sessions are provided by visiting curators, artists, historians and Corcoran staff. The new class of docents begins training at the end of May 2001. A three year commitment is required. Superb ongoing training and benefits are provided. Interns The Corcoran Gallery of Art offers internships for graduate, undergraduate, and high school students.