Exhibition Content Development Internship

Exhibition Content Development Internship (Summer 2025)

Position Profile

Ralph Appelbaum Associates (RAA), the world’s largest museum planning and interpretive design firm, is offering paid internships to interested persons looking to further their academic and/or career goals in museums, cultural institutions, and any related fields. Qualified undergraduate students, recent graduates, graduate students, and emerging professionals are welcome to apply. 

 

This internship program is operated out of the New York Studio; however, RAA internships can be completed remotely, in person, or a combination thereof. All applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of location within the US.

This program will cultivate a comprehensive understanding of the multidisciplinary process involved in designing a museum/exhibition across departments and will consist of two main elements: full-time RAA project work, and presentations, conversations, and networking with studio leadership, senior staff, and the owners of RAA. Interns are assigned to projects according to the intersection of their interests and RAA’s staffing needs. They have the opportunity to do real work and actively contribute to their team. Outside of their project work, interns are invited to weekly conversations with senior staff which focus on past projects, potential career paths, and the intricacies of the museum and design industries.

The Exhibit Content Coordinator Intern works under the guidance of Content staff (Content Developers and Coordinators) on museum projects. The Content staff focus on content development, organization, and interpretive planning for projects, ranging from developing the institutional vision and interpretive program, to exhibitions and public programming, among other services. The Content department staff works closely with RAA's Visual Design staff, Physical Design staff, and clients.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting with exhibition research;
• Supporting exhibition documentation and organization;
• Providing administrative support to RAA staff;
• Working on multiple projects concurrently and meeting project deadlines;
• Participating in regular interdisciplinary meetings.

Requirements: 

• Currently pursuing (or recently completed) a BA or advanced degree in the museum, library, or relevant humanities fields, such as: History, Public History, Museum Studies, Anthropology, American Studies, African American Studies, Asian American Studies, Latinx Studies, Art History, or related fields;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace;
• Interest in learning about museum storytelling;
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Strong research and organizational skills;
• Proactive approach to time and task management;
• Strong attention to detail.

Salary Range and Internship Duration

• Approximately 40 hours a week (RAA can accommodate school schedules)
• Compensation: $20.00/hour
• Approximately June 2, 2025  to August 21, 2025
• Potential to extend beyond the summer based on project needs and intern availability

How to Apply:

The application deadline for the RAA Summer Internship Program is Thursday, February 13, 2025.

Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we receive, we cannot personally respond to each applicant. Selected candidates will be contacted via email regarding our interview process. To apply for this role, please fill out the application form which can be found here and on our website under “Opportunities.”   

EEO Statement:

RAA is an equal opportunity practice that is committed to furthering diversity and inclusion in our studio. RAA does not discriminate in employment or access to its programs or activities on the basis of: race; color; creed; religion; gender; gender identity or expression; sex; sexual orientation; national origin or ancestry; citizenship status; health or genetic information; age; marital status; mental or physical disability; pregnancy; political affiliation; arrest record; past, present, or future service in the uniformed services; or any other legally protected status. Our policy of non-discrimination applies to all personnel practices, including, but not limited to, recruitment, project assignments, professional development, compensation, or any other employment practice. We strongly encourage women, people of color, and candidates from other underrepresented communities to apply.