Summer 2020 Internships at the NMAAHC
The National Museum of African American History and Culture is the only national museum devoted exclusively to the documentation of African American life, history, and culture. It was established by Act of Congress in 2003, following decades of efforts to promote and highlight the contributions of African Americans. To date, the Museum has collected more than 36,000 artifacts and nearly 100,000 individuals have become members. The Museum opened to the public on September 24, 2016, as the 19th and newest museum of the Smithsonian Institution.
Internships at the National Museum of African American History and Culture offer undergraduate and graduate students, and recent graduates opportunities to work closely with professionals and scholars in the museum field. The museum provides a dynamic learning environment and access to supportive mentors that help interns reach their educational and professional goals. Interns can gain practical museum skills and program development experience in a variety of positions.
Summer 2020 opportunities include:
- STEM Educator Internship
- Public Programs Internship
- Program Assistant
- Media Internship
- Public Affairs Marketing and Media Internship
- Social Media and Marketing Internship
- Black Architects Research Internship
- Center for the Study of Global Slavery Internship
- Center for the Study of Global Slavery Internship Web/Media Internship
- Oral History Internship
- African Americans and Immigration Internship
- Curatorial Research Assistant Internship
- Music and Performing Arts Graduate Internship
- Center for African American Media Arts Internship
- Membership Internship
- LGBTQ History Curatorial Graduate Internship
- Contemporary History Curatorial Graduate Internship
Eligibility
Students who are currently enrolled in an academic program, as well as individuals who have recently completed studies.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or its equivalent is generally expected (with withdrawals and incompletes explained).
- Ability to work a minimum of twenty hours per week. Paid and unpaid internships are available.
Funding is available on a competitive basis from the Office of Fellowships and Internships (OFI). For more information, please visit the Smithsonian Office of Fellowships and Internship (OFI) website.
Academic Credit
The Smithsonian Institution welcomes the opportunity to work cooperatively with schools seeking to grant academic credit for internships. Applicants are encouraged to initiate arrangements for credit with their college or university. The Smithsonian does not grant academic credit.
Internship Sessions
Internships occur during the summer (May-August), fall (September-December), and spring (January-April) from 10 to 15 weeks. Start dates and duration are flexible and arranged in coordination with the mentor.
Application Deadlines
- Summer Internships: March 15
- Fall Internships: July 15
- Spring Internships: October 15
Applicants interested in combining an internship at NMAAHC with a paid internship or award through the Minority Internship Program, Native American Internship Program, or James E. Webb Internship for Minority Undergraduate Juniors, Seniors, and Graduate Students in Business and Public Administration must submit an application by the deadline for these programs. Information for these opportunities can be found on the Office of Fellowship and Internships (OFI) website.
Duration
Internships are available in either full-time or part-time positions from 10 to 15 weeks throughout the year with the possibility for extension. Specific start and end dates and hours will be determined by the intern mentor and the intern.
Location
Internships will take place at the National Museum of African American History and Culture or the office space at Capital Gallery, 600 Maryland Avenue SW, accessible by Metro Yellow/Green & Blue/Orange/Silver Lines.
Background Investigation
An internship appointment is conditional, subject to your successful completion of a pre-appointment background investigation for a non-critical, sensitive position.
Apply at:
https://nmaahc.si.edu/learn/internships-fellowships