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Internships

Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

The Museum of Contemporary Art internship program welcomes students and recent graduates who wish to broaden their education and professional experience by working and learning in a not-for-pro?t museum. All MCA departments offer experiential education in a challenging, hands-on environment in exchange for a substantive contribution from talented and interested individuals.

The MCA, in its 220,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility, presents its renowned collection and an ambitious schedule of cutting-edge exhibitions as well as educational and outreach programs. MCA interns have the unique opportunity to participate in the development and expansion of these programs and operations.

There are three application deadlines and selection periods per year. Internships require a minimum commitment of sixteen hours per week for three months, during which time interns complete a speci?c target project as well as daily assignments. Interns also participate in departmental meetings, special events, and various educational programs, as well as attend staff lectures.

In order to increase diversity in professions related to museums and the arts, the Museum of Contemporary Art seeks diversity in its intern staff and provides equal opportunity to its applicants.

The Application Process Please see http://www.mcachicago.org/MCA/About/intern.html for access to the application form Applications should be submitted in triplicate and include the application form, resume, two letters of recommendation, and any additional materials by the appropriate deadline. Please include any school requirements for credit you may have. Applicants who wish their writing samples and slides to be returned should include a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Application materials will be in review for approximately four to six weeks. Candidates for interviews will be noti?ed by telephone.

The MCA does not offer paid internships but does participate in some cooperative education programs. Students interested in cooperative education or academic credit should contact their college placement office or counselor for more information.

If you have questions about applying for an internship, please call the Intern Coordinator at 312.397.3822. Please allow one week for a response to your inquiries.

Application Deadlines (three yearly)

Summer term: May-August, Application Deadline: March 15

Fall Term: September-December, Application Deadline: July 15

Winter/Spring Term: January-May, Application Deadline: November 15

Those interested in applying after a deadline are invited to contact the MCA internship office at 312.397.3822.

Internship opportunities:

Accounting, Marketing, Administration, Media Relations, Curatorial, Membership, Development / Annual Fund, Performance, Development / Corporate Relations, Photo Archives, Editorial, Preparators, Education, Registrar, Graphic Design, Rental Events, Information Systems, Retail, Library, Special Events