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Posted January 6, 2026
Audience Engagement Intern
Bruce Museum
Greenwich, Connecticut
Salary Range: $17.50/hour, totaling a $5,512.50 stipend over the 9-week program
The MK Reichert Sternlicht Foundation Summer Internship Program
The MK Reichert Sternlicht Foundation Summer Internship Program introduces undergraduate students to museum work and offers in-depth experience under the supervision of a dedicated Bruce Museum staff member. As a result of their internship, students will understand the inner workings of a museum and learn about career opportunities in the museum field. The program is designed to be an introductory experience for students with limited or no prior experience in museum work.
Program Details
The MK Reichert Sternlicht Foundation Summer Internship Program offers undergraduate students the unique opportunity to develop professional skills and learn museum best practices. Selected students will receive support and mentorship from Museum staff while working on a defined project. At the conclusion of the internship, students will not only gain a deeper understanding of museum work but also strengthen their resumes and ability to gain further employment in the field.
The internship will begin June 1, 2026, and run for 9 weeks until July 31, 2026. During the internship period, students will work 5 days a week (typically Monday through Friday) for a total of 35 hours each week. Over the course of the internship, students will receive a $5,512.50 stipend. Each department will assign the intern a defined project along with routine responsibilities and each intern will work under the supervision of a full-time Museum staff member. Interns will learn the inner workings of the Museum by participating in Department and All Staff meetings and by receiving mentorship and support from their supervisor. Interns will also participate in a field trip to a nearby museum with Bruce staff for a behind the scenes tour and networking opportunities.
At the conclusion of the program, interns will present on their project at an All Staff or Senior Staff meeting. The MK Reichert Sternlicht Foundation is generously supporting this program. The Education Intern will work with the Audience Engagement (AE) Department as they develop programs for visitors of all ages. The intern will assist AE staff with critical daily tasks while focusing on visitor experience research. Examples of visitor experience research could include collecting post-program survey responses, tracking museum visitor movement, taking notes on participant interactions during programs, and developing a post-experience questionnaire for specific programs. Examples of daily tasks include material prep, program delivery, and upcoming event research. Reporting to the Director of Audience Engagement, the Intern’s typical hours will be Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm, with occasional weekend and evening hours.
Job Requirements: Ideal candidates will have an interest in art, science, or both and a desire to learn more about working in a museum. No previous experience in art, science, or museum work is necessary. This program is open to currently enrolled undergraduate students; students graduating during the 2025-2026 academic year are eligible.