Fall 2026 Internship The FLAG Art Foundation

Summary
For fall 2026, The FLAG Art Foundation seeks a motivated intern looking to gain hands‑on experience in all facets of working at a nonprofit exhibition space. It is essential that the candidate is reliable, proactive, and above all, a team player. Tasks may include curatorial assistance and research, exhibition organization, archiving materials, organizing catalogue mailings, event planning and support, administrative assignments, etc. Interns will gain practical knowledge by participating in FLAG’s curatorial and administrative processes and are also encouraged to explore ideas relevant to their studies/professional interests.

The ideal candidate is a current undergraduate or graduate student, or recent graduate. The internship is

three days per week

(Thursday‑Saturday, 10:30 AM‑5:30 PM), including some evenings for events, from September 2026‑February 2027. The selected candidate will be paid monthly and will receive monthly MetroCards.

Key Details
Compensation:

$17/hour

Term:

September 2026 – February 2027

Schedule:

PT (3 days/week)

Format:

In‑person

Deadline:

07/31/2026

Eligibility
Requirements

Interest in contemporary art, architecture, literature, visual culture, etc.

Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to contextualize artistic knowledge to visitors

Attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Computer proficiency is a must, particularly experience with Microsoft Office and Google Suite; experience with Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, and Adobe Photoshop is a plus

Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently

Personable, with a professional phone demeanor

A sense of humor

About
The FLAG Art Foundation is a nonprofit exhibition space that encourages the appreciation of contemporary art among diverse audiences. Founded in 2008 by art patron and philanthropist Glenn Fuhrman, FLAG presents rotating exhibitions that include artworks borrowed from a variety of sources. FLAG invites a broad range of creative individuals to curate thematic group shows and works in‑depth with artists to provide curatorial support and a platform to realize solo exhibitions. FLAG fosters dialogue around contemporary art by producing artist talks, artist‑led workshops, and exhibition tours for school and museum groups. Based in Manhattan’s Chelsea art district, FLAG and all its related programs are free and open to the public.

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