[Summer 2026] Curatorial - Time-Based Media Internship

Whitney Museum of American Art • New York, NY

36d • $6,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Whitney’s summer internship program is a full-time, paid, nine-week session primarily for undergraduate students. The program includes training, direct work experience, professional development, and a weekly speaker series. The 2026 Summer internship will be hybrid, meaning interns will work onsite at least three days per week. The program will begin on Monday, June 1, and end on Friday, July 31. Participants must be available Monday through Friday for nine consecutive weeks, five days per week. The Whitney seeks a Curatorial intern for Summer 2026. To view all Internship opportunities and to learn more about The Whitney's offerings, please refer to our Internships Page If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates. Whether you’re new to arts and culture administration, returning to work after a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or take the next step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar. Please use your cover letter to tell us about your interest in the arts and culture space and what you hope to bring to this role.

Requirements

• Demonstrated interest in art history, with preference to candidates interested in film, video, and time-based media
• Previous research experience required, archival experience a bonus
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Undergraduates 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

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

Responsibilities

• Exhibition planning and research for upcoming proposals
• Collection stewardship
• Research on the Whitney’s permanent collection of film, video, and time-based media works, identifying priorities for acquisition
• Organizing archival materials related to the Whitney’s history
• Assisting with administrative tasks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees