Arts Intern College Program

Turn Your Passion into Opportunity: Apply for a paid summer internship at a museum or cultural arts institution!

Artist Legacy Coalition: Foundation-Based Internships

In partnership with our Arts Intern College program, Artist Legacy Coalition offers a paid, nine-week summer internship for undergraduate students and recent graduates in the visual arts and humanities, primarily in the greater New York City area. This program focuses on experiential learning and mentorship, providing hands-on experience within artist-centered foundations. Interns work with professionals on projects related to archival research, curatorial work, and public initiatives, gaining insight into preserving and interpreting artist legacies. Weekly visits to other arts organizations enhance learning and professional development. 

Foundation-Based Internships – NYC

Start Date: Mid-May – August 7

Two Positions Available:

1. The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Arts: Communications Intern

Collaborate with the Communications Manager to promote the foundation's work and enhance its audience engagement.

Job Description

2. The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Arts: Regranting Program intern

Assist the Regional Regranting Program Officer in expanding the program's impact on artist-led projects.

Job Description

Intern Compensation: $24/hr

Final Intern Stipend: $900

Housing stipend is not provided!

Qualifications:

Post Grad & Available to work from May to August (potential to expand in the Fall)

Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Reside in NYC from mid-May to August  (potential to expand in the fall)

Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.

Please submit your application by Thursday, April 16th at 5PM (EST)

Communication:

We expect a high volume of applications this year, so only candidates selected for interviews will receive direct communication about the status of their application.  

We appreciate your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. 

Program Contact:

Robert Fronta, Associate Program Manager, Arts Intern College Program, rfronta@studioinaschool.org

End of Summer Interview: Arts Intern Alumni Chat with Kasssandra Gonzalez

Kasssandra talks about their Arts Intern experience at The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts and the Brooklyn Museum.

The Bloomberg Arts Internship: College program is an extension of the BAI high school internship program, administered by Studio in a School Association, and in partnership with: Arts for Learning in Maryland, EdVestors in Boston, Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance, and Sitar Arts Center in Washington, DC.

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FROM WASHINGTON, D.C. HOST SITES ONLY AT THIS TIME.

Rolling Applications BAI Alumni in Philadelphia ONLY

This summer 2026, we have an exciting paid opportunity to intern at non-profit arts and cultural partners for the Bloomberg Arts Internship: College program.

To be eligible, you must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree and: 

• Applicants must be currently enrolled full-time as an undergraduate sophomore or junior, or senior with a graduation date no earlier than Fall 2026.
• Studio in a School does not provide relocation assistance. Participants who do not reside in the same city as their host organization will be responsible for their own relocation/housing costs. (Baltimore, Boston, New York City, Philadelphia, or Washington, D.C.)

**Please note: we do not provide relocation assistance.

Materials required for submission: 

• Cover Letter 
• Résumé/CV      
• College/University Transcript

Application Process:

• Eligible applicant submits application via Submittable
• Application reviewed to determine eligibility (note: you may be asked to resubmit materials to be matched with worksites)
• 20 - 30 Minute Zoom Interview with a Studio Team member to review application and provide feedback on materials
• Applicants will be matched to interview against open roles based upon their application materials & Zoom interview results
• Virtual interview(s) with worksites ONGOING
• Accepted candidates receive internship offer post-interviews
• Deadline for candidates to accept or reject internship offer within 48 hours of offer

Additional Information:

• The summer internship program: June 2026 - August 2026.
• Hourly wage by city (Baltimore at $27.87; Boston at $34.49; NYC at $32.39; Philadelphia at $26.10; Washington, DC at $32.82)
• Commuter stipend (up to $150)
• Program completion stipend (up to $1,200), issued upon successful completion of the Friday professional development series

Schedule:

• The summer internship program runs from June 2026 through August 2026. Applicants must be available for in-person work for the full duration of the program.
• Interns report to their host cultural organization 4 days per week on a schedule mutually agreed upon by the intern and worksite. Typical workdays are 7 hours.
• Interns participate in paid professional development activities for a half day each Friday at locations throughout their host city.

Questions? 

Email Alyssa Muñoz (she/her), Bloomberg Arts internship: College Associate Manager, at amunoz@studioinstitute.org to learn more