[Fall 2025] Education - Interpretation and Teaching Strategies

NEW YORK, NYPosted 30+ days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from Whitney Museum of American Art

• Job overview

  The Education - Interpretation and Teaching Strategies internship at the Whitney Museum offers a paid semester-long role focused on developing and supporting educational content and visitor engagement for museum exhibitions.

• Responsibilities and impact

  Interns will assist in preparing multimedia guide content, researching exhibitions, producing audio and video materials, maintaining educator websites, coordinating tours and programs, attending educational events, and supporting docent training and evaluation.

• Compensation and benefits

  The internship offers a stipend of $3000 for the semester, supported by the Ostrover Family, with no additional benefits mentioned.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates should have strong writing skills, interest in research and learning, some art history background, interest in museum education and pedagogy, attention to detail, and familiarity with WordPress, Excel, Microsoft Office, and Google Suite is preferred.

• Career development

  Interns gain experience in producing interpretive materials, museum education pedagogy, training and evaluation, research, writing, archiving, and digital skills, providing valuable professional growth in arts education.

• Work environment and culture

  The Whitney Museum values diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, encouraging candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply, fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment.

• Company information

  The Whitney Museum of American Art, founded in 1930, is a leading institution dedicated to American art of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, known for its innovative and influential collection and exhibitions.

• Team overview

  Interns are assigned to the Interpretation and Educational Content department, working closely with staff responsible for educational materials and visitor engagement strategies.

• Job location and travel

  The internship is hybrid, requiring some onsite work at the Whitney Museum with flexible hours totaling 16-21 hours per week over 10-12 weeks in Fall 2025.

• Application process

  Applicants must be undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in accredited programs; they should submit a cover letter explaining their interest and qualifications, with encouragement to apply even if not meeting all criteria.

• Unique job features

  This internship uniquely offers hands-on experience in museum education, including multimedia content production, visitor engagement, and docent program support, with a stipend and mentorship in a prestigious art institution.

Company overview

The Whitney Museum of American Art, located in New York City, is renowned for its extensive collection of 20th and 21st-century American art. Founded in 1930 by Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, the museum focuses on exhibiting and collecting contemporary American art, providing a platform for living artists. It generates revenue through admissions, memberships, donations, and special exhibitions. The Whitney Biennial, a prestigious event showcasing emerging artists, is a significant part of its history and mission to support innovative art practices.

How to land this job

• Position your resume to emphasize your strong writing skills, research experience, and interest in museum education and pedagogy, reflecting the core responsibilities of producing interpretive materials and supporting educational programs at the Whitney Museum of American Art.

• Highlight familiarity with tools like WordPress, Excel, Microsoft Office, and Google Suite, as well as attention to detail, as these are essential for tasks such as maintaining the educator website, coordinating schedules, and assisting with multimedia content production.

• Apply through multiple channels including the Whitney Museum's official careers page, LinkedIn, and other job boards where the internship is posted to maximize your application visibility.

• Connect on LinkedIn with current or past employees in the Interpretation and Educational Content department or related education divisions at the Whitney Museum. Use ice breakers like commenting on recent exhibitions, asking about their experience with educational content development, or expressing enthusiasm for the museum's mission to engage audiences through innovative pedagogy.

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