Fall 2022 Internships at the Guggenheim Museum
Description:
We are now accepting applications for the Fall 2022 Internship Program. The deadline is Monday, July 18, at 11:59 pm Eastern Time.
The paid Guggenheim Museum Internship Program provides practical training to current undergraduate and graduate students interested in pursuing careers in the arts and museum fields. Interns are assigned to departments based on their academic background, professional skills, interests, and goals. Under the supervision of designated staff members, interns work both independently and collaboratively with their departments to gain comprehensive experience through immersive projects. In addition, interns are required to participate in Museum Culture Seminars. These weekly meetings are used to develop transferrable skills, such as public speaking and writing, as well as to create an intentional space for interns to build a sense of community. The seminars are designed to help students acquire the necessary training to advance their career goals as well as network with leading practitioners in the museum field.
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Fall 2022 Internships at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
Position/Title: Intern
Position Type: Part-time, 20 hours a week, 10 weeks
Internship Period: Monday, October 3, to Friday, December 9
Stipend: $3,200 for undergraduate students, $3,600 for graduate students
Application Deadline: Monday, July 18
Overview
The Guggenheim is committed to supporting the aspirations of early career arts professionals. In support of our Diversity, Equity, Access, and Inclusion plan, the paid Guggenheim Museum Internship Program creates paths that lead to a more inclusive and diverse institution and arts field. The program provides practical training experience to undergraduate and graduate students interested in pursuing careers in the arts and museum fields. Interns are assigned to one department for the duration of the program based on their academic background and interest, and gain a broad understanding of how a particular department functions within the context of a major museum, as well as specific knowledge and skills related to departmental responsibilities. Under the supervision of designated staff members, interns work independently on projects, attend group meetings, and participate in ongoing conversations and processes within their department.
For a list of departments that offer internships, see: guggenheim.org/internships-and-academic-programs/internship-departments. Please note that not all departments offer internships every cycle.
Internship Description
The Fall 2022 Internship Program will be hybrid, meaning interns will be expected to work on-site a minimum of two days a week. The program will begin on Monday, October 3, 2022, and end on Friday, December 9, 2022. Fall internships require a commitment of 20 hours per week for the full 10 weeks, and participants are expected to be available on Fridays for Museum Culture Seminars. Museum Culture Seminars are weekly professional development meetings that bring together interns from different departments to connect and learn from one another. Museum Culture Seminars will be held remotely on Zoom, and include presentations by Guggenheim staff and other arts professionals, as well as discussions of current issues and trends within the field.
Eligibility
You must have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies to apply. Priority is given to rising juniors or seniors in undergraduate programs and to graduate students. You do not need an art history background or previous internship experience to apply for this position. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply. All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.
In accordance with the NYC Mandate, and Guggenheim policy, all interns must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and are required to show proof of full vaccination status.
Stipend
The Fall 2022 Internship Program is a paid opportunity. The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum is pleased to offer a stipend in the amount of $3,200 to undergraduate students and $3,600 to graduate students for full participation in the program.
Application Process
In addition to completing the online form, applicants are asked to submit the following materials:
- Resume
- Cover letter, including an explanation of your interest in three specific departments and a description of how this internship would enhance your professional and academic goals
- Writing Sample (3–5 pages), if you are applying to departments not requiring a portfolio
- Portfolio (website or PDF), if you are applying to the Graphic Design and/or Exhibition Design departments
Deadline
All applications must be submitted by Monday, July 18, at 11:59 pm Eastern Time.
Following an initial review of the applications, selected candidates will be contacted for an interview on Zoom. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
For any questions, please email internships@guggenheim.org.