Stewardship Undergraduate Intern

The Stewardship team is seeking an undergraduate intern to support daily team operations, including research, writing, and operational assistance with two donor stewardship programs—MFA Travel and the Benefactor Program. Responsibilities will include liaising across departments (including Curatorial, Conservation, and Learning and Community Engagement), drafting donor-facing materials, and supporting preparations for high-level donor events and travel opportunities for the coming year. 

The selected candidate will report to two Development Officers and will support the work of the entire Stewardship team. In addition to gaining a broad-based understanding of best practices in donor relations and stewardship, the candidate will have exposure to all aspects of a fast-paced and collaborative Museum Development shop. 

Ideal candidates must be able to commit to work onsite 17 hours weekly, mostly between 9am-5pm Monday-Friday between June 15 – Aug 21. Additionally, interns must attend orientation on Mon, June 15, (10am-3:30pm), and the Museum Pathways & Practices professional development course from 12:30-2:30pm on the following Thursdays: June 18; June 25; July 2; July 9; July 16; July 23; July 30; Aug 6; Aug 13; and Aug 20. 

The intern will be paid at a rate of $16.80 per hour and will receive a $90 per month transportation subsidy and $1,500 housing subsidy – paid in two equal installments. (Both subsidies are subject to taxes.) 

As we amplify our efforts toward becoming a truly inclusive institution and fostering the next generation of museum staff, the MFA actively encourages students from all backgrounds to apply to the program.

Essential Functions: 

• Conduct a comprehensive assessment and review of named spaces across the Museum, researching donor history and details, ensuring accurate records and tracking. 
• Create and maintain a global art fair calendar by researching and organizing key details (dates, locations, and focus areas) for major and emerging art fairs 
• Assist in the preparation and research for fiscal year 2026 endowment reports. Liaise with colleagues in various departments to gather highlights and activities including programs, lectures and exhibitions. 
• Compile an updated list of endowment funds with fund descriptions and key information for crossdivisional use. 
• Research, draft, and edit a range of donor-facing content, including travel descriptions for promotional use, event correspondence, and outreach communications. 
• Prepare and offer a 3-minute final synoptic presentation of the internship as part of the Museum Pathways & Practices professional development course. 

Secondary Functions: 

• Assist with updating donor records and files, ongoing data-management needs in Tessitura, including retroactive event attendance 
• Work directly with all members of the Stewardship team to support daily operations and planning. 
• Provide support for high-level donor events, such as tours, receptions, and travel reunions, including RSVP tracking, day-of support, and logistics. 

Qualifications: 

• Enrolled in and returning to an undergraduate program immediately following the internship period. 
• Interest in art museums, nonprofit/arts management, and the operations of a Development department. 
• Ability to handle sensitive donor information, wealth screening data, and private gift agreements with care and professionalism. 
• Proven ability to work as part of a team as well as comfort to work independently. 
• Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail. 
• Demonstrated written and communication skills with strong research abilities. 
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and/or Tessitura. 
• Ability to commit to work onsite 17 hours per week (within Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm parameters), between June 15 and August 21, 2026, including undergraduate attendance at the undergraduate Museum Pathways & Practices professional development course from 12:30-2:30pm on the following Thursdays: June 18, June 25, July 2, July 9, July 16, July 23, July 30, August 6, August 13, and August 20 
• Ability to attend orientation on Monday, June 15, 2026, 10am to 3:30pm. 

How to Apply

DO NOT INCLUDE any document (e.g., transcripts, writing samples, or even recommendations), that is not specifically requested within this description. 
DO NOT INCLUDE your photo in your resume or cover letter. Explicitly follow these instructions as printed. 

1. Combine your cover letter and resume into a single document, (Word or PDF). The cover letter must includeall of the following:
   1. the title of the internship for which you are applying (one internship per application)
   2. how the named internship fits into your academic and/or career goals
   3. why your specific skills/experience/interests qualify you for the internship
   4. any periods when you are not available for an interview 
   5. your contact information including e-mail and daytime phone 
2. Save your document file as (LASTNAME_FIRSTNAME_POSITIONTITLE_Summer2026)
3. Upload the single document as your resume via the employment portal Internships | Museum of Fine Arts, Boston ASAP before March 15, 2026. 
4. Candidates may apply for no more than two internships per season and must submit a separate cover letter/resume document for each position. 
5. **Direct any/all questions to: intern@mfa.org before submitting your application.