2026 MoMA Summer Internship - Learning and Engagement, Teen Programs

About the Summer Internship Program

The Summer Internship Program provides undergraduate and graduate students and beginning professionals with practical experience in a specific area of museum work at The Museum of Modern Art. Interns participate in weekly professional development activities designed to increase understanding of the Museum’s various collections, exhibitions, and departments. The Museum hosts approximately 25 interns in various departments across our institution. Participants may arrange for academic credit through their school, but it is not a requirement.

MoMA Summer 2026 internships require a commitment of four days per week. The schedule is Monday-Thursday, 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. One must have a minimum of two years of college completed (or equivalent) by June 2026 in order to apply.

All summer intern applications are due by Sunday, March 1st by 11:59 PM EST.

Duration:

June 8—August 13; Ten Weeks

Application Deadline:

March 1, 2026

Decision Notification:

April 20, 2026

Stipend:

$6,160

Department Projects & Tasks

The Summer 2026 intern for MoMA Teen Programs will focus on supporting the planning, administration, and facilitation for In the Making, MoMA’s free summer art program for New York City high school students ages 15 through 18, and MoMA Teens annual celebration. The intern would also support Summer Studio, a program that offers gallery tours and artmaking workshops to D75. The intern tasks would provide support in the following areas of work:

• Assist in managing the storage, inventory and documentation of student artwork


• Photo documentation of events and classes


• Maintain attendance for events


• File and document student forms, applications and curricula


• Assist in maintaining online social media presence during, before and after events


• Provide on-site logistical support during classes, trips and events


• Assist in preparing art materials for events


• Assist in collecting participant surveys and data


• Assist on gallery tours with group management and material management


• Support Assistant Educator and Petrie Fellow in curating, designing and logistics of In the Making student art exhibition

The Summer Intern will gain hands-on experience in planning, developing, and implementing an art studio program designed to empower youth through artistic processes. By assisting in fostering creativity and self-expression among youth by engaging them in meaningful art studio workshops and experiences, the intern will empower youth through artistic processes. The intern will be provided with practical experience in planning, development, and implementation of educational programs, while putting into practice partnership building across Learning and Engagement, external partners, and within the MoMA Teens and Young Learners team.

Department Skillset Requirements

Candidates with a genuine interest in visual arts and a commitment to supporting the growth and creativity of teens, with experience or strong interest in working with youth ages 14-19. Strong interpersonal skills to engage and communicate effectively with teens and diverse audiences. Exceptional time-management and personal organization skills. Proactive communicator with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience/strong interest in teaching groups, leading tours, and public speaking. Experience in or proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, CRM tools, calendar management, and project management software. Familiarity with various art mediums and techniques. Basic knowledge of art history and contemporary art practices.

Proficiency in languages other than English, in particular, Spanish or Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese), highly preferred.

How to Apply

The following items are required as part of your online application through MoMA's UKG Recruiting Portal:

1. Essay

One essay submitted in PDF format. Essay should be no longer than 650 words and answer the prompt below as follows:

Why are you interested in participating in an internship at The Museum of Modern Art? In response, be sure to address both:
a) The role of museums and how you envision their potential for evolution
b) Individual or an experience that has influenced your perception of the arts

2. Résumé

Your résumé/curriculum vitae, in PDF format, directly uploaded to your application.

3. Letter of Recommendation

At least one letter of recommendation, in PDF format, directly uploaded to your application.

4. Transcript

Transcript(s) of undergraduate and/or graduate records, in PDF format, directly uploaded to your application.

Unofficial transcripts are accepted. If you do not have access to an unofficial transcript, allow sufficient time to order a transcript from your college or university to attach as a PDF by the deadline.

Please note: we will not review applications received after the deadline, and we will only review complete applications. 

Select applicants will be contacted to arrange interviews in late March. If we request an interview with you, we will contact you to arrange a convenient date and time for you.

For a complete list of available internships at MoMA, please go to www.moma.org/about/careers/internships

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