[Spring 2027] Communications Internship
About The Position
The Whitney seeks a Communications intern for the spring 2027 semester. This is 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 application window for our Spring 2027 Ostrover Family Academic Internship is now open through November 9. All candidates will be considered on a rolling basis, and as such, some opportunities may close before the deadline.
Requirements
- Attention to detail
- Strong writing, editing, and research skills
- Interest in public relations and communications, as well as modern and contemporary American art
- Computer skills: Microsoft Outlook, Google Drive, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Responsibilities
- Assist with preparation for upcoming Whitney exhibitions and press events, including researching and developing lists for targeted press outreach, compiling press images and materials for press kits, and organizing materials for press previews and tracking events RSVPs.
- Monitor and track media coverage of the museum and its exhibitions and programs.
- Contribute to weekly press highlights reporting.
- Update earned media impressions, press clipping highlights, and collect top press quotes for exhibition reports.
- Assist with maintenance of press database in Raiser’s Edge.
- Assist with promotion of public programs and events through calendar listing submissions.
Benefits
- Paid stipend of $3,000 for full participation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
