The DMA offers several paid internship options for college students. Dive into the world of art and gain valuable real-world experience within the museum. In addition to new career skills, you might just learn something about yourself, too.
Explore internship opportunities below. Questions? Contact internships@dma.org.
9 full-time positions
August 29, 2022–May 19, 2023
Due: March 25, 2022
1 full-time position
May 24–August 13, 2022
Due: March 25, 2022
8 part-time positions
May 31; June 6–August 5, 2022
Due: April 8, 2022
1 part-time position
Due: TBD
Made possible by the Eugene McDermott Education Fund
McDermott Internships are for individuals who have completed undergraduate or graduate degrees prior to the program's start date and are interested in exploring museum careers. McDermott interns work closely with staff and gain an in-depth and well-rounded perspective on museum work. In addition to their daily museum duties, McDermott Interns can also explore Dallas’s rich cultural scene through performances, museum visits, and collection tours arranged by the DMA.
International applicants are welcome and require proof of eligibility to work in the United States before the first day of the program. The DMA is unable to provide any assistance regarding paperwork or fees associated with obtaining such eligibility. Please refer to our host profile with International Arts & Artists for more information.
Application Requirements
- Completed online application
- A personal statement cover letter and résumé or CV
- Two letters of recommendation
- Writing sample required for some positions
Deadline
Applications will reopen in January 2023
Openings
Nine paid intern positions divided among Education, Curatorial, and Exhibitions and Interpretation departments
Term
August 29, 2022–May 19, 2023 for most positions, 35 hours a week
Compensation
$13.50/hour (approximately $18,000–$23,000 based on length of position)
Benefits
Full benefits including medical and dental insurance and paid personal, holiday, and sick time; $500 stipend for professional development.
Format
In-person with ability to work remotely up to two days per week upon supervisor approval
The application for the 2022 Center for Creative Connections Summer Internship is open through March 25, 2022.
When possible, the Dallas Museum of Art offers one paid summer internship in the Center for Creative Connections (C3) to a college student. Interns work closely with C3 staff to learn about the management of an interactive educational space, including strategies for visitor engagement and methods for valuation.
Application Requirements
Completed online application, personal statement cover letter, résumé
Due
March 25, 2022
Openings
One paid intern position in the Education Department
Term
May 24–August 13, 2022, Tuesday–Saturday
Compensation
$10.50/hour (approximately $3,700)
The application for the 2022 Summer Art Camp Internship is open through April 8, 2022.
The Dallas Museum of Art offers up to eight summer internship positions in the Education Department, open to college students who are completing their degrees and can receive course credit. Interns work closely with art instructors to facilitate Summer Art Camp programs designed for children ages 4–12. Interns build hands-on teaching skills by helping guide students in art-making projects, games, and sensory explorations.
Application Requirements
Completed online application, personal statement cover letter, and résumé
Due
April 8, 2022
Openings
Eight paid intern positions in the Education Department
Term
Initial training May 31; June 6–August 5, 2021 (except the week of July 4)
Work Schedule
Monday–Friday, morning or afternoon shifts may vary each week, either 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. or 12:30–4:30 p.m., 20 hours per week (approximately 160 total hours.)
Compensation
$11/hour (approximately $1,760)
When projects are available, the Mildred R. and Frederick M. Mayer Library offers internship and practicum opportunities to students enrolled in library and information science programs. The Shirley Phillipson Pollock Internship in Art Librarianship offers a paid opportunity for current students or recent graduates of graduate library or information science programs to gain experience working in an art museum library setting. The internship can be configured as a practicum to fulfill the requirements of the MLIS degree where applicable.
Interns collaborate with professional staff and participate in the Mayer Library's daily activities while also contributing to special projects. Interns will have the opportunity to develop skills in public services, collection management, technical services, and special projects through collaboration with library staff. Internships may be project-oriented, based on the current needs of the library and/or tailored to the professional interests or learning goals of the intern.
Application Requirements
Cover letter describing learning objectives and career aspirations, résumé or CV, unofficial transcripts, and one professional or academic reference
Openings
One part-time intern position in the Mayer Library
Compensation
$17.85/hr during FY22