[Summer 2026] Technology - Solutions Engineering Intern

Whitney Museum of American ArtNew York City, NY

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Job Description

The Whitney’s summer internship program is a full-time, paid, nine-week session primarily for undergraduate students. The program includes training, direct work experience, professional development, and a weekly speaker series. The 2026 Summer internship will be hybrid, meaning interns will work onsite at least three days per week. The program will begin on Monday, June 1, and end on Friday, July 31. Participants must be available Monday through Friday for nine consecutive weeks, five days per week. The application window for our Summer 2026 Hearst Family Internship is now open through Friday, January 16th. Please note that all candidates will be considered on a rolling basis, and as such, some opportunities may close before the deadline. The Whitney seeks a Technology: Solutions Engineering intern for Summer 2026. To view all Internship opportunities and to learn more about The Whitney's offerings, please refer to our Internships Page.

Expected Projects & Assignments

The Solutions Engineering Intern will focus on identifying, developing, testing, and deploying technology solutions to improve operational efficiency within and across museum departments. This role combines technical experimentation with user experience research to support the Whitney's digital transformation strategy.

The Solutions Engineering Intern will:

Evaluate and pilot tools for workflow augmentation and automation
Document current business processes and identify automation opportunities using various technologies
Conduct user experience research on existing digital tools and technologies
Test integrations between current systems
Create proof-of-concept solutions for common workflow challenges identified in department interviews
Analyze staff engagement patterns with digital content and recommend optimization strategies
Assist with troubleshooting and user support for new collaboration tools rollout
Support the development of technology guidelines and best practices for staff

Skills & Qualifications

Coursework in coding, computer science, information systems, data science, or a related technical field
Familiarity with collaboration apps such as Microsoft 365 and Asana along with Python or TypeScript toolchains using GitHub and GenAI apps such as Cline
Basic understanding of APIs, data analysis, and workflow automation concepts
Interest in user experience research and human-computer interaction
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Excellent communication skills and ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences
Curiosity about AI tools and emerging technologies in cultural institutions
Ability to work independently while collaborating across multiple departments
Interest in modern and contemporary art and museum operations preferred
Previous experience with process improvement or systems analysis is a plus

Provided Training

Introduction to museum operations and departmental workflows
Advanced Microsoft 365 features, including Teams apps, `Power Platform and automation tools
AI tool evaluation frameworks and responsible implementation practices
User research methodologies specific to cultural institutions
Project management techniques for technology implementation
Data privacy and security considerations

Outcomes

Hands-on experience with emerging technologies in a cultural institution setting
Understanding of how technology strategy aligns with organizational mission and values
Skills in process analysis, solution design, and user-centered technology implementation
Knowledge of museum operations and cross-departmental collaboration
Portfolio of pilot projects and process improvement recommendations
Experience bridging technical capabilities with creative and curatorial work

Compensation

Interns will be paid a stipend of $6,500 for full participation.

Generous support for Hearst Summer Interns is provided by the William Randolph Hearst Foundation.If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates. Whether you’re new to arts and culture administration, returning to work after a gap in employment, simply looking to transition, or take the next step in your career path, we will be glad to have you on our radar. Please use your cover letter to tell us about your interest in the arts and culture space and what you hope to bring to this role. About the Whitney: The Whitney Museum of American Art, founded in 1930 by the artist and philanthropist Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, houses the foremost collection of American art from the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. From her vision arose the Whitney Museum of American Art, which has been championing the most innovative art of the United States for 86 years. The core of the Whitney’s mission is to collect, preserve, interpret, and exhibit American art of our time and serve a wide variety of audiences in celebration of the complexity and diversity of art and culture in the United States. Through this mission and a steadfast commitment to artists themselves, the Whitney has long been a powerful force in support of modern and contemporary art and continues to help define what is innovative and influential in American art today. EEO Statement: The Whitney Museum of American Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Museum does not discriminate because of age, sex, religion, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, pregnancy, partnership status, caregiver status, veteran status, gender (including gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, predisposition, or carrier status, arrest or conviction record to the extent required by applicable law, credit history, domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking victim status, or any other factor prohibited by law. The Museum hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled. The Museum encourages all qualified candidates to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

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