Summary

In this Mailbag episode, Alli Schell and Elin Filbey tackle various questions from museum professionals, focusing on job interviews, career transitions, and the value of education in museums. They provide insights on how to effectively communicate skills, navigate the job market, and consider opportunities outside the museum sector, while also addressing the challenges faced by international students seeking work in the field.

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Takeaways

• Mock interviews can provide valuable feedback.
• Connect your skills to the job description clearly.
• Storytelling is essential in interviews.
• Identify what you enjoy and want in your career.
• Research how your museum skills apply to other industries.
• Consider your passions when transitioning careers.
• Understand the importance of education in museums.
• Be proactive in seeking opportunities outside your current role.
• Networking can help maintain connections in the museum field.
• International job seekers face unique challenges in the museum sector.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Mailbag Episode

02:43 Navigating Job Interviews in the Museum Sector

10:18 Leveraging Museum Skills in Other Industries

14:29 Considering a Career Shift from Museums

16:34 Finding Value in Education Roles

22:48 International Opportunities in the Museum Field

34:22 Introduction to Curate Your Career

34:58 Engagement and Community Building

Keywords

museum careers, job interviews, career transitions, museum education, international students, museum skills, job search strategies, museum professionals, career coaching, museum industry