[Summer 2026] Education - Youth Learning Internship
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 application window for our Summer 2026 Hearst Family Internship is now open through Friday, January 16th. Please note that all candidates will be considered on a rolling basis, and as such, some opportunities may close before the deadline. The Whitney seeks an Education: Youth Learning intern for Summer 2026. To view all Internship opportunities and to learn more about The Whitney's offerings, please refer to our Internships Page.
Requirements
- Demonstrated interest in art history, contemporary art, American studies, and/or museum education
- Interest in K-12 Museum Education is imperative, as is a desire to learn more about inquiry-based teaching in the galleries
- Excellent attention to detail and written communication skills
- Ability to be flexible, personable, and juggle a variety of tasks simultaneously and work in a fast-paced work environment
- Familiarity with MS Office and Google Suite
Responsibilities
- Assist during in-person Youth Insights and drop-in Teen Programs to create a welcoming environment for teens at the Museum
- Prepare art materials, organize material inventory and digital files
- Perform administrative tasks to support programs (track statistics, art supply research, student data, and create signs and informational materials)
- Assist in outreach and marketing efforts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
