[Spring 2027] Advancement: Special Events & Corporate Partnerships Intern

Whitney Museum of American Art•New York, NY

7d•$3,000 - $3,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Whitney’s Academic Year Internship program offers a semester-long paid internship for rising Juniors and above (to include Graduate students) enrolled in an accredited academic program. The internship is in person and onsite. For spring 2027, interns commit between 16–21 hours per week over 10–12 weeks for a total of 176 hours. The official program dates will span from January 18-April 26, 2027. Interns are assigned to a specific department at the Museum for the duration of the internship. The Whitney seeks an Advancement: Corporate Partnerships and Events Intern for the Spring 2027 semester. The application window for our Spring 2027 Ostrover Family Academic Internship is now open through November 9. Please note that all candidates will be considered on a rolling basis, and as such, some opportunities may close before the deadline.

Requirements

Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite
Research skills
Google forms
Undergraduates and graduates currently enrolled in accredited academic year programs are eligible
Applicants must have completed a minimum of one year’s worth of academic coursework; undergraduate freshmen are not eligible

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated interest in art and art history is preferred, students in all majors are encouraged to apply
Previous museum experience is not required

Responsibilities

Supporting the Corporate Membership program through assembling Renewal and Welcome Packets
Processing gifts through RE
Prospect research for Corporate Membership & Sponsorship
Rental Program (taking inquiries, assist with scheduling, update rental documents, etc.)
Assist department with administrative tasks (invoices, event list collection, filing, processing payments, etc.)
On-site assistance with events (events may include internal, external, and fundraising events)
Additional Research Tasks as needed