Graduate Level Internship in Photography at the Getty Villa Museum

Graduate internship Program at the Villa Imaging Studios

The graduate intern at the Villa Imaging Studios will be fully immersed in the fine art of cultural heritage studio photography. Through this internship, the intern will become adept at handling and maintaining photography equipment, mastering advanced photographic techniques, and contributing creatively to projects alongside seasoned photographers; capturing the essence of the antiquities collection at the Getty Museum. Additionally, the intern will participate in collaborative projects with various museum departments, gaining a comprehensive understanding of museum operations, and contributing to the visual impact of the Getty brand. This hands-on experience is designed to cultivate a well-rounded skill set, essential for a professional career in museum photography and cultural heritage preservation.

The Internships is located at the Getty Villa in Malibu. All positions are full-time for 12 months from September 14, 2026 through August 27, 2027.

Applicants must be:

Students currently enrolled in a graduate program (Master of Arts (M.A.), Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), graduate conservation certificate, or their equivalents for international applicants) in a field relevant to the internship(s) for which they are applying.

or

Individuals who have completed a relevant graduate degree (Master of Arts (M.A.), Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), graduate conservation certificate, or their equivalents for international applicants) on or after January 1, 2023, with postgraduate activities in their field, paid or unpaid.

The grant amount is $52,500 for twelve months, plus $1,500 towards relocation expenses. Interns receive seven days of paid vacation and all holidays observed by Getty. Housing is not provided. Support for research travel for up to $3,000 is provided for each participant. Graduate Interns are eligible to enroll in the Getty's health care plan. Please note that grant funds may be subject to federal and state taxes and deductions. Please see important information about the terms of these grants here.