Curatorial: Prewar Art Intern — Research & Exhibitions

Collections That Care; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Whitney Museum of American Art in New York invites applications for a Curatorial: Prewar Art intern for the Spring 2027 semester. The role involves research and administrative tasks related to American art from 1900–1960, archival work, and supporting exhibitions and acquisitions.

stipend is $3,000 for the period January 18–April 26, 2027, with a part-time schedule of 16–21 hours per week. Applicants should be organized, proactive, and possess basic MS Office skills; current students in

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in art history, especially American art (1900–1960).
• Previous research experience is required; archival research preferred.
• Highly organized, proactive, able to multitask and manage assignments.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office apps and file organization.

Responsibilities

• Research and provide admin support for forthcoming exhibitions (American art 1900–1960).
• Support permanent collection stewardship, gifts and acquisitions work.
• Assist with archival/provenance research and materials preparation.
• Prepare materials for archives and assist with exhibition proposals.

Skills

Research experience

Archival research

Organization

Proactive

Microsoft Office basics

Education

Enrollment in accredited academic year program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Whitney Museum of American Art in New York invites applications for a Curatorial: Prewar Art intern for the Spring 2027 semester. The role involves research and administrative tasks related to American art from 1900–1960, archival work, and supporting exhibitions and acquisitions.

stipend is $3,000 for the period January 18–April 26, 2027, with a part-time schedule of 16–21 hours per week. Applicants should be organized, proactive, and possess basic MS Office skills; current students in