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High School Programs Undergraduate Intern

CompanyMuseum of Fine Arts
LocationBoston
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 14, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will develop and implement a communications strategy to amplify teen perspectives and promote MFA opportunities for Boston youth. They will also support the Teen Arts Council and participate in broader K-12 museum programming and educator workshops.
Internship Type
temporary hourly
Company Size
980
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
15 hours
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About The Company
The MFA is open. Open to new ideas that broaden our perspectives. Open to every visitor, from the curious to the lifelong learner. Open to new possibilities discovered through art. Showcasing ancient artistry and modern masterpieces, local legends and global visionaries, our renowned collection of nearly 500,000 works tells the story of the human experience—a story that holds unique meaning for everyone. We welcome diverse perspectives, both within the artwork and among our visitors. Where many worldviews meet, new ways of seeing, thinking, and understanding emerge. The conversations we inspire bring people together—revealing connections, exploring differences, and creating a community where all belong.
About the Role

The MFA’s Academic Engagement Department positions the MFA as an academic, social, and pre-professional resource for students and educators in grades PreK-12 through graduate students, interns, and fellows. The School and Educator Programs section of the department activates the Museum’s global art collection to foster students’ and teachers’ creativity and learning through high-quality programming, professional development, and teaching resources and supports Boston high school students in college and career readiness through workforce development opportunities and museum events.

The Academic Engagement Department is seeking an undergraduate level intern to work with the School and Educator Programs team with the primary focus in support of the paid teen workforce development program, Teen Arts Council. In addition, time will be structured to enable the intern to gain practical and broad-based museum experience through K-12 programming such as educator workshops, teaching resources, distance learning, the Boston Public Schools Partnership, and High School Programs. While the intern will work closely with the Academic Engagement team and colleagues across the Museum, the Director of School and Educator Programs and the High School Programs Associate will provide primary supervision and mentorship.

The intern's primary project will focus on amplifying teen perspectives through communications and promotions. The intern will work with Teen Arts Council members and MFA High School Programs staff to create and implement a communications strategy for the academic year that will both highlight the work of Teen Arts Council as well as promote opportunities for teens in greater Boston to engage with the MFA, such as Community Celebrations, Film series, and a teen event.  

Ideal candidates must be able to commit to work onsite 15 hours weekly, mostly between 9am-5pm, M-F and consistently on Thursdays from 3pm-6:30pm between Sept 11 – April 30 (with breaks during school vacations). Additionally, interns must attend orientation on Fri, Sept 11, (10am-3:30pm), and the weekly Museum Pathways & Practices professional development course from 12:30-2:30pm on the following Fridays: Sept 18, Sept 25, Oct 2, Oct 9, Oct 16, Oct 23, Oct 30, Nov 6, Nov 13, Nov 20, and Dec 4. The intern is also expected to be available for at least two of the three Sunday daytime events on Feb 7, March 14, and April 11

The intern will be paid at a rate of $16.80 per hour and will receive a $90 per month transportation subsidy which is subject to tax withholdings. 

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:

  • Work directly with Teen Art Council members on Thursday evenings from 4-6pm. 
  • Conduct research on teen related programming and organizations and develop a communications plan for MFA Teens. 
  • Participate in other key aspects of School and Educator Programs programming.
  • Prepare and offer a 3-minute final synoptic presentation of the internship as part of the Museum Pathways & Practices professional development course.

Qualifications:

  • Enrolled in an undergraduate program concurrent with the internship period, (i.e., during fall 2026 and spring 2027)
  • Demonstrated interest in museums. 
  • Demonstrated interest in working with teens.
  • Interest in school and youth communities.
  • Interest in and some knowledge of social media promotions. 
  • 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. 
  • Ability to work onsite 15 hours per week, within Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm parameters and Thursdays from 3-6:30pm between Sept 11 – April 30. Additionally, interns must attend the Museum Pathways & Practices professional development course from 12:30-2:30pm on the following Fridays: Sept 18, Sept 25, Oct 2, Oct 9, Oct 16, Oct 23, Oct 30, Nov 6, Nov 13, Nov 20, and Dec 4.
  • Ability to attend orientation on Friday, September 11, 2026, 10am to 3:30pm.

How to Apply  

DO NOT INCLUDE any document not specifically requested within the description (e.g., recommendations, transcripts, writing samples, etc.) DO NOT include your photo in any of your documents.

  1. Combine your cover letter and resume into a single document, (Word or PDF). The cover letter must include all of the following:
  1. the title of the internship for which you are applying (one internship per application) 
  1. how the named internship fits into your academic and/or career goals
  1. why your specific skills/experience/interests qualify you for the internship.
  1. any periods when you are not available for an interview. 
  1. your contact information including e-mail and daytime phone 
  1. SAVE your document file as (LASTNAME_FIRSTNAME_POSITIONTITLE_Fall2026)
  1. Upload the single document as your resume via the application portal Internships | Museum of Fine Arts, Boston ASAP before Aug 15, 2026. 
  1. Candidates may apply for no more than two internships per season and must submit a separate cover letter/resume document for each position. 
  1. **Direct any/all questions to: intern@mfa.org before submitting your application. 

**Applications not conforming to these guidelines may be deemed ineligible and not considered. 

Key Skills
Communications StrategySocial Media PromotionResearchOrganizational SkillsWritten CommunicationTeamworkIndependent WorkYouth Engagement
Categories
Art & DesignEducationCreative & MediaSocial ServicesAdministrative
Benefits
Transportation Subsidy