Art21 is now accepting applications for our spring/summer 2026 internship program! 

Art21 is a celebrated global leader in presenting thought-provoking and sophisticated content about contemporary art, and the go-to place to learn first-hand from the artists of our time. A nonprofit organization, Art21’s mission is to inspire a more creative world through the works and words of contemporary artists.

Internships at Art21 offer individuals a unique opportunity to learn about contemporary art, art education, public programs, fundraising, and arts administration. Interns are an important part of the Art21 community and are given exposure to all aspects of the organization. 

Art21 offers a stipend to all participating interns. 

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Development Intern

Art21 is seeking a Development Intern to work from the week of May 18 to that of August 3, 2026. The deadline to apply is May 1st.

Art21’s Development Intern will work closely with the development team on various projects related to the organization’s fundraising activities. Primary activities for the Spring/Summer 2026 internship will include database organization and maintenance, as well as donor and funder research. In addition, the intern will gain experience developing proposals for individuals and foundations, grant reports, and supporting donor stewardship initiatives. 

Suited for graduate students and above, applicants must hold an undergraduate degree by the start of the internship. Applicants should have strong writing and research skills and a high attention to detail. Applicants should be detail-oriented, organized, motivated, and self-directed. Knowledge of contemporary art and familiarity with Raiser’s Edge NXT (or other CRM) are preferred.

An excellent learning opportunity, the Art21 Development Internship will provide training and experience to individuals seeking to learn more about fundraising at an arts non-profit organization.

Required skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Excellent research skills
• Highly organized 
• Have the willingness to work with data for long periods of time
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Experience with Google Drive (Docs, Sheets, and Slides) or equivalent word processing software

Interns are asked to commit to working 2 days per week (16 hours), remotely and in person. Applicants should be prepared to provide their own computer, equipped with video conferencing capabilities, for the duration of the internship. They must also provide proof of vaccination and be available to come into the office regularly (exact scheduling tbd).

Interns receive a $3,168 stipend for the 12-week internship, disbursed on the first and last weeks of the internship.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. Art21 is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people of color; LGBTQIA+ individuals; people with disabilities; and all others, regardless of immigration history.

To Apply: Please email your resume with a cover letter to: jessica [at] art21.org, with the subject line “Development Intern”

All resumes and cover letters should be submitted as PDFs, saved using the following filing naming template: “Your Last Name, Your First Name_Cover Letter” and “Your Last Name, Your First Name_Resume.”