[Summer 2026] Education - Family Programs Internship

Whitney Museum of American Art • New York, NY

70d • 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 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: Family Programs 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

• Experience working with art materials
• Interest in working with kids and families
• Microsoft Office, including Excel
• Creativity, attention to detail, ability to work on a team
• 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

Responsibilities

• Work on site 1-2 days per week (Friday and Saturdays)
• Assist during in-person Family Programs, create welcoming environment for families and kids at the museum
• Prepare art materials, organize material inventory
• Perform administrative tasks to support programs (track statistics, create signs and informational materials)

What This Job Offers

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