Education Access Intern — Inclusive Tours & Programs

Whitney Museum of American Art; New York (NY); On-site; USD 2,700 - 3,300; Full time

Job summary

The Whitney Museum of American Art in New York invites interns to engage with Access Programs and Initiatives, choosing a research topic rooted in their experience in the department.

You will assist with access services for disabled visitors, help prepare logistics for tours, submit forms, and support other programs scheduled by Access Programs and Initiatives.

Interns receive a stipend of $3000, with generous support from the Ostrover family for the academic year.

Qualifications

• Either experience working/volunteering or studying within access services, Disability Studies or Disability centered organizations.
• Computer literacy
• Strong organizational skills a plus
• Communication skills

Responsibilities

• Pick a research topic stemming from their experience in Access Programs and/or what they learned during their time in the department.
• Assist with access services for disabled visitors, including logistics for tours, submitting forms in preparation for tours, providing support for other programs scheduled by Access Programs and Initiatives.

Skills

Access services experience

Computer literacy

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

The Whitney Museum of American Art in New York invites interns to engage with Access Programs and Initiatives, choosing a research topic rooted in their experience in the department.

You will assist with access services for disabled visitors, help prepare logistics for tours, submit forms, and support other programs scheduled by Access Programs and Initiatives.

Interns receive a stipend of $3000, with generous support from the Ostrover family for the academic year.