[Summer 2026] Graphic Design 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 a Graphic Design 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
- Working knowledge of Adobe design suite, and strong typographic foundation
- 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
- While a demonstrated interest in art and art history is preferred, students in all majors are encouraged to apply
- Previous museum experience is not required
Nice To Haves
- demonstrated interest in art and art history
Responsibilities
- Intern will assist the Graphic Design Department with any needs they may have, ranging from designing small projects to trimming wall labels (scale of projects will vary based on skill level)
- Intern will also be able to attend various meetings to gain an understanding of the internal process at the museum.
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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
