Deadline: Ongoing
The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum is currently accepting applications for internships in department across the institution. Internships are full-time, four days per week, Monday through Thursday; and require participation in Museum Culture Seminars on Fridays. Candidates must be of junior-year college level or above to be considered. Preference will be given to rising college juniors or seniors, or current graduate students.
We welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
Name of Organization Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
Organization Address 1071 Fifth Avenue, New York NY, 10128
Dates of Position Ongoing
Preferred Academic Level Junior, Senior, or Graduate students
Description of Position
The objective of the Guggenheim Museum Internship Program is to provide practical training experience to students interested in pursuing careers in the arts and museum fields. Interns gain a broad understanding of how a particular department functions within the context of a major museum, as well as specific skills related to that department’s activities. Interns are assigned based on academic background, professional skills, interests, and career goals. Under the supervision of designated staff members, interns participate in the ongoing work of museum departments, complete individual projects, and contribute to larger Guggenheim initiatives. For a full list of departments that offer internships, please see www.guggenheim.org/internships. Please note that not all departments offer internships every program cycle.
Museum Culture Seminars
Museum Culture Seminars form an integral part of our Internship Program. Site visits to other New York arts and cultural institutions, and discussions with a wide array of arts and museum professionals are facilitated. A field trip out of New York City is planned for the end of each internship period.
Other requirements
Please apply through the link on our website: www.guggenheim.org/internships. In addition to completing the online form, applicants will be asked to submit the following materials:
- Resume
- Cover letter, including an explanation of your interest in three specific departments
- Proof of enrollment at an accredited academic institution (e.g. official transcript)
- Academic writing sample (3-5 pages) OR design portfolio (website or PDF), if applying to the Graphic Design or Exhibition Design departments.
Following an initial review of the applicants, a small group will be selected for interviews. Applicants should be prepared to submit two letters of recommended (academic or professional) upon request.
