ICCR Intern

The Phillips Collection • Washington, DC

21h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Phillips Collection's internship program is open to full-time undergraduate students, full-time graduate students, and recent graduates (within 2 years). The purpose of the internship program is to offer students and recent graduates meaningful work, educational experiences, and real-life practice in their fields of academic study and/or interest. The Institutional Culture and Civic Responsibility (ICCR) Intern performs a variety of administrative and operational duties that are aligned with concerted effort to establish inclusion and diversity as institutional values in both theory and practice. This internship is sponsored by a grant from The American Alliance of Museum Directors (AAMD). Internships run ten to fifteen weeks and 12-20 hours per week. Internship length and schedule may vary depending on the needs of the department. This internship will run from September 7-December 11, 2026. This is a hybrid position, with interns expected to work at least two days onsite. Depending on the nature of the internship and approval of the student's college or university, academic credit may be granted for internships. Student applicants should consult their academic advisor for additional information. Please submit a résumé, letter of interest, letter of recommendation, and complete transcripts.

Requirements

• Open to junior and senior undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates.
• Background in education, psychology, business, organizational development, communication, or related fields.
• Prior professional office work experience suggested.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Excellent customer service skills

Responsibilities

• Assisting with research related to staff workshops and trainings, upcoming meetings and travel, and other institutional priorities.
• Producing internal communications, social media, newsletters, marketing, and administrative work.
• Assisting with creating the best language practices for both internal and external communications, supporting Diversity Intergroup Dialogue Series (DIDS), writing articles for the volunteer newsletter, etc...
• Assisting the Chief of ICCR to better reflect and include in our staff, exhibitions, and programs the diverse communities that The Phillips Collection serves.
• Representing the museum and supporting staff at evening events, such as Phillips after 5, and other community events as needed.
• Assist with practices to make the museum more accessible to all guests.
• Other administrative, research, and support duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed