Access Programs Intern — Museum Education & Accessibility

Collections That Care; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The Whitney Museum of American Art is seeking an Education: Access Programs intern for the spring 2027 semester. The role involves developing a research topic tied to Access Programs and assisting with access services for disabled visitors, including tour logistics and forms preparation.

Performance will support Access Programs and Initiatives, with a stipend of $3,000 for the term from January 18 to April 26, 2027, at a part-time schedule (16–21 hours per week) and a November 9, 2026

Qualifications

• Experience working or volunteering or studying within access services, Disability Studies, or disability-centered organizations.
• Computer literacy.
• Strong organizational skills are a plus.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Choose a research topic stemming from experience in Access Programs or what was learned during time in the department.
• Assist with access services for disabled visitors, including preparing logistics for tours and submitting forms; support other Access Programs initiatives.

Skills

Access services experience

Disability studies knowledge

Computer literacy

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

The Whitney Museum of American Art is seeking an Education: Access Programs intern for the spring 2027 semester. The role involves developing a research topic tied to Access Programs and assisting with access services for disabled visitors, including tour logistics and forms preparation.

Performance will support Access Programs and Initiatives, with a stipend of $3,000 for the term from January 18 to April 26, 2027, at a part-time schedule (16–21 hours per week) and a November 9, 2026