[Summer 2026] Education - Access Programs and Initiatives 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: Access Programs and Initiatives 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
- Passionate about and have some knowledge of contemporary art and social movements (i.e. disability justice)
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated with a degree in education, museum studies, disability studies, studio art, art history, or a related field
- Undergraduates and graduates currently enrolled in accredited academic year programs are 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
- Proficiency in Spanish or ASL a plus
Responsibilities
- Preparing accessible materials including transcripts, large print guides, and closed captioning
- Developing alt-text for the Whitney’s online collection
- Providing support for virtual programs and in-person events
- Assisting with access programs by preparing presentation materials for freelance educators
- Researching and creating touch objects for programs for people who are blind or have low vision, Verbal Description and Touch tours
- Supporting set up and break down for ASL programs, Whitney Signs
- Preparing resources for Whitney staff on accessibility in the Museum
- Occasionally assisting with programs on weekends and/or evenings
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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
