[Spring 2026] Curatorial - Photography Internship

The Whitney’s Academic Year Internship program offers a semester-long paid internship for undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled in an accredited academic program. Interns are assigned to a specific department at the Museum for the duration of the internship. The Whitney seeks a Photography Curatorial intern for Spring 2026. Skills & Qualifications • Demonstrated interest in contemporary art history • Previous research experience required • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office • Undergraduates currently enrolled in accredited academic year programs are eligible • Applicants must have completed a minimum of one year’s worth of academic coursework; undergraduate freshmen are not 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 • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team The core of the Whitney’s mission is to collect, preserve, interpret, and exhibit American art of our time and serve a wide variety of audiences in celebration of the complexity and diversity of art and culture in the United States.

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