Advancement: Individual Giving Intern — Museum Experience

Whitney Museum of American Art; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Whitney Museum of American Art offers the Spring 2027 Ostrover Family Academic Internship for rising juniors and graduate students enrolled in an accredited program. This semester-long, in-person internship requires 16–21 hours per week over 10–12 weeks, totaling 176 hours, with dates January 18–April 26, 2027.

Interns are assigned to a specific department and will gain practical experience in fundraising within the Individual Giving team, including donor events, stewardship, and data

Qualifications

• Graduate students enrolled in MLIS or related programs are eligible.
• Art history interest is a plus; open to various majors.
• Previous museum experience not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in research related to the Individual Giving Department.
• Assist in planning and implementation of donor events.
• Assist in stewardship and documentation, including tax acknowledgments and data management.

Education

MLIS or related programs eligible

Tools

Raiser’s Edge

Research Resources

Tax Acknowledgments Processing

Job description

The Whitney Museum of American Art offers the Spring 2027 Ostrover Family Academic Internship for rising juniors and graduate students enrolled in an accredited program. This semester-long, in-person internship requires 16–21 hours per week over 10–12 weeks, totaling 176 hours, with dates January 18–April 26, 2027.

Interns are assigned to a specific department and will gain practical experience in fundraising within the Individual Giving team, including donor events, stewardship, and data