2024 Summer Internship Overview
Location: New York, NY
Type: Internship
Host: Whitney Museum of American Art
Target Audience: College Students
The Whitney Museum of American Art offers a full-time, paid summer internship for undergraduate students. This nine-week program includes training, direct work experience, professional development, and a weekly speaker series. The internship combines onsite work, with a minimum of three days per week required, and remote participation. It runs from Monday, June 10 to Friday, August 9, requiring full availability Monday through Friday.
Application Requirements
- Deadline: March 15, 2024, at 5pm ET
- Resume: Follow the format LAST NAME_FIRST NAME_RESUME.pdf
- Essay: 500-750 words. Discuss personal connections to the Whitney’s mission, reasons for applying, and expected gains from the experience. Paste it in the Cover Letter section.
- Portfolio: Required for Graphic Design applicants.
- Recommendation Letter: One letter needed, educational or professional. Not required for Research Resources applicants.
Internship Benefits
- Stipend: $6,500 for full participation
- Placement: Assignments in a specific museum department
- Mentorship: Personalized guidance
- Access: Free admission to most New York City museums and employee discounts
- Speaker Series: Engagements with curators and professionals
Eligibility Criteria
- Academic Level: Priority to rising juniors and seniors in accredited undergraduate programs
- Coursework: Completion of two years of academic studies
- Additional Requirements: Some positions may need graduate-level training or professional experience
General Information
- Incomplete Applications: Will not be considered
Special Instructions for Research Resources Applicants
- Essay: Not required
- Cover Letter: Paste in the application section
- Eligibility: Undergraduates with archives/library experience or MLIS/MLS students only
