In compliance with the NYC mandate, proof of vaccination is required. PLAN YOUR VISIT. close-button Mobile Menu Button JOBS, INTERNSHIPS, AND VOLUNTEERING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES The Rubin Museum of Art is an equal-opportunity employer and seeks diversity in its staff. The Museum does not discriminate because of age, sex, religion, race, color, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other factor prohibited by law. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels. Due to the large number of applicants, we will respond to those individuals whose skills and experience are more suited for this position. INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES The Rubin Museum of Art is offering semester-long internships to qualified undergraduate students, graduate students, and recent graduates interested in the following areas: education, programming, communications, publications, exhibitions, collections and curatorial. In addition to assigned projects, interns have opportunities to learn more about the museum field through group activities that include trips to cultural institutions, brown-bag lunch discussions with staff and career development workshops. Intern Benefits: All internships are unpaid. Academic requirements will be fulfilled by arrangement with the individual college or university. Interns that receive stipends through colleges/universities or outside sources are welcome to apply. The Rubin Museum of Art Internship Program partners include: Ladders for Leaders CUNY Culture Core ACMS American Center for Mongolian Studies Studio Institut Rubin Museum interns receive the following benefits: Free admission at museums across the country Free admission to Rubin Museum programs when/if available 10% discount on food and beverage at Café Serai. 25% discount on most items in the Rubin Shop, with a 40% discount on Rubin Museum publications. 10% discount on selected Rubin programs. 25% discount on gift memberships Invitation to the annual Volunteer Appreciation Event. APPRENTICE MUSEUM EDUCATOR The Apprentice Museum Educator (AME) program at the Rubin Museum of Art is a stipend position that teaches practical skills to university students or recent graduates interested in future careers in the arts, programming and museum education for school & family audiences and/or adult audiences. Participants develop an understanding of gallery teaching, facilitation of public programs, and museum administration. The AME program offers two tracks of focus -School & Family Programs and Adult Programs. Please note in your cover letter if you are interested in one or both areas. Learn more GENERAL CURATORIAL INTERNSHIP Performs research and provides support for curatorial work and upcoming exhibitions that focus predominantly on Himalayan art and material culture. Learn more TIBETAN LANGUAGE CURATORIAL INTERNSHIP Performs research, occasionally in the Tibetan language, and provides support for curatorial work and upcoming exhibitions that focus specifically on Himalayan art. Learn more COMMUNICATIONS INTERNSHIP The Communications intern will work closely with the Marketing and Communications team to help promote the Rubin Museum, its exhibitions, and related programs to both the press and public. The intern will assist in the development of press campaigns and email marketing strategies and will execute various initiatives, both digital and on-site, to engage external stakeholders. Interns will learn about institutional voice, communications strategies, media relations best practices, and the larger role of the marketing and communications department. Learn more EXHIBITION MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP The Exhibitions Management Intern would assist with a wide variety of exhibitions related tasks.The intern would be involved in distinctive areas of exhibition management administration including but not limited to (1) Exhibitions Archive, (2) Exhibitions Schedules and Record Keeping and (3) Traveling Exhibitions database. Learn More GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERNSHIP The Rubin Museum of Art in house creative team is seeking a graphic design intern to assist in the Marketing and Communication Department. The intern will work closely with the Marketing & Communication team and report directly to the Graphic Designer and Creative Head of Graphics and Branding. Learn More SOCIAL MEDIA INTERNSHIP The Social Media Intern helps the Marketing and Communications team develop content for the Museum’s social media channels and execute strategies to increase the Museum’s effectiveness in the digital arena. The intern will play a role in monitoring the Museum’s digital communities and work with other members of the Communications team to develop strategies to increase engagement. Learn More Full List of Current Internship Listings Summer 2022 Internships - Full Descriptions (Download PDF) How to Apply for Internships Applicants may apply to multiple internships individually. Please put the internship you are applying to in the subject line of your email. Please write a one-page cover letter which specifies (1) the internships for which you are applying, (2) your relevant qualifications, (3) your interest in the Rubin Museum of Art, and (4) your availability (days/times). Please email your resume and cover letter to volunteersandinterns@rubinmuseum.org. No phone calls please. Please list the internship you are applying for in the subject of your email. Please attach both cover letter and resume as pdf files to your email, with both files containing a format as follows: If the applicant is named John Smith their files should look like: "SMITHJ_coverletter.pdf" "SMITHJ_resume.pdf" Email subject: Name of Internship & Your Name. Due to the high volume of applications for internships, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. In the event you are not accepted for an internship, please resend your application materials again for the following term. Deadlines for Internship Applications Fall Semester (September through December): July 31 Spring Semester (January through May): November 27 Summer (mid-May through mid-August): April 15 Academic Year (September through May): July 31 WINTER/SPRING & SUMMER 2022 ARTS INTERN The Museum will be offering an internship through ARTS Intern, a program of Studio in a School, for the summer of 2021. The ARTS Intern program places college undergraduates from diverse cultural backgrounds in paid summer internships at New York City museums. Eligible applicants must show a financial need and must either be New York City residents or be enrolled in a college or university within the five boroughs of New York City. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Thank you for your are interest in being a part of the Rubin Museum. The Rubin Museum is not currently offering volunteer opportunities. Please check back with us again for updates about our volunteer program. HAPPENING TODAY Senior Thursday Monthly event for visitors 65 and older 10:00 AM Virtual Senior Tour Shrine Room Projects 11:30 AM Gateway to Himalayan Art June 11, 2021 – June 5, 2023 On View Awaken A Tibetan Buddhist Journey Toward Enlightenment March 12, 2021 – January 3, 2022 On View Masterworks A Journey Through Himalayan Art January 29, 2021 – January 8, 2024 On View Shrine Room Projects Rohini Devasher/Palden Weinreb November 12, 2021 – October 30, 2023 On View The Tibetan Buddhist Shrine Room October 11, 2019 – January 1, 2022 On View Mandala Lab Where emotions can turn to wisdom October 1, 2021 – October 1, 2031 On View Browse Full Calendar THE RUBIN MUSEUM OF ART 150 West 17th St. New York, NY 10011 (212) 620-5000 HOURS Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday Closed Thursday 11:00 AM — 5:00 PM 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM Senior and high risk hours Friday 11:00 AM — 10:00 PM Saturday/Sunday 11:00 AM — 5:00 PM The Mandala Lab is reserved for family programming from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM every Sunday. 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