Spring 2026 – Abu Dhabi Project, Curatorial Internship
Institution: Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
Deadline: January 2, 2026 (11:59 pm ET)
Location: New York City, United States
Compensation: Paid internship at $20 per hour
The Spring 2026 Curatorial Internship within the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Project offers a paid, part-time opportunity for early-career arts professionals to gain practical experience in the context of a major international museum. Aligned with the Guggenheim’s Diversity, Equity, Access, and Inclusion plan, the program supports students and recent graduates interested in careers in museums and the arts through hands-on departmental work and structured professional development.
The internship runs from March 2 to May 8, 2026, requiring a commitment of 30 hours per week over 10 weeks. Interns are placed in one department for the duration of the program and work under the supervision of designated staff, contributing to projects while gaining insight into curatorial processes related to the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Project.
Internship Format
- Part-time internship (30 hours per week)
- 10-week program (Spring 2026)
- Placement in the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Project, Curatorial department
- Supervised project-based work within a major museum context
Programme Highlights
- Mandatory weekly Museum Culture Seminars (Fridays, 10 am–12 pm)
- Professional development sessions with Guggenheim staff and arts professionals
- Opportunities for cross-departmental exchange and potential field trips to peer institutions
Eligibility Criteria
- Completion of at least two years of undergraduate study
- Priority given to rising juniors or seniors, graduate students, and recent graduates
- No prior internship experience or art history background required
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States
- Open to candidates of all backgrounds
