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 atThe Museum of Modern Art.Each Tuesday, interns participate in professional development activities designed to increase understanding of the Museum's various collections, exhibitions, and departments. The Museum hosts approximately 25 interns per season in just about every department. Participants may arrange for academic credit through their school, but it is not a requirement.
MoMA Summer 2024 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 2024 in order to apply.
All summer applications are due on Wednesday, April 10 by 11:59 PM EST.
Duration:
Ten weeks
Summer 2024 term:
June 10-August 15
Application deadline:
April 10, 2024
Decision notification:
May 10, 2024
Stipend:
$6,160
Department Projects & Tasks
The intern will conduct market research for licensing and wholesale including competitive analysis, category and product trends, brand and marketing trends to support growth of these businesses;data analysis and reporting for licensing and wholesale to inform business decision making. They'll participate in development of trade show presence and new business presentations including ideation. Present and assist management, including photos, pitch decks and resource hub for competitive activations. Review and Process Product Submissions, Organize and Index our Holiday Cardand Art Reproduction Archives as well as assist with managing the Gift Guide PLU list and samples.
Department Requirements
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office would be helpful. Art historical knowledge is a plus. Organization skills and business/Retail Merchandising interest is a plus. Requires both analytic and creative thinking skills.Attention to detail, organization and communication skills are a must. Excel, PPT and Google Suite proficiency, interest in retail trends and knowledge of/interest in art are also important.
How to Apply
Please include the following attachments as part of your online internship application.
1. Essay
There is one required essay, which should be no longer than 750 words. Please answer the following prompt, and attach it as a PDF or a Word file.
Why are you interested in participating in an internship at The Museum of Modern Art?
2. Rsum
Your rsum/curriculum vitae.
3. Transcript
Attach transcripts of undergraduate and graduate records. We accept either official or unofficial transcripts. If you do not have access to an unofficial transcript, allow enough time to order a transcript from your college or university so that you will be able to attach it as PDF with your other application materials by the deadline.
We will not review applications received after the deadline , and we will only review complete applications.
Select applicants will be contacted to arrange interviews. 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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