[Getty Foundation](https://www.getty.edu/foundation)

November 2026 (Letters of recommendation deadline, projected)

$52,500 stipend for 12 months, plus $1,500 relocation and up to $3,000 research travel support; full-time, 12-month internship

Immersive, year-long internships for graduate students in the visual arts, offering training and work experience across Getty’s departments.

All dates are projected; check the program page for official updates.

--- ## Description The Getty Foundation's Graduate Internships program provides advanced training and hands-on work experience for graduate students aspiring to careers in the visual arts. Interns are placed in a wide variety of Getty departments—including the Getty Museum, Conservation Institute, Research Institute, Foundation, Publications, Digital, Communications, and Development—where they participate in activities such as curatorial practice, education, conservation, research, publications, digital projects, public programs, and grantmaking. The program is designed to foster the development of specialized skills, professional networks, and leadership potential in the visual arts sector. --- ## Due Dates - November 2026 (Letters of recommendation must be received by 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - $52,500 stipend for a 12-month, full-time internship (September–August) - $1,500 for relocation expenses - Up to $3,000 support for research travel - Health care plan eligibility - Seven days paid vacation and Getty holidays - Housing is not provided --- ## Eligibility - Open to students of all nationalities. - Applicants must be: - Currently enrolled in a graduate program (M.A., Ph.D., graduate conservation certificate, or international equivalent) in a field relevant to the internship(s) applied for, **or** - Individuals who have completed a relevant graduate degree (as above) on or after January 1, 2023, with postgraduate activities in their field (paid or unpaid). - Individuals from groups underrepresented in art history, conservation, and museums are encouraged to apply. - Foreign nationals must be able to obtain and maintain an appropriate visa (typically J-1 Intern/Trainee or F-1 with CPT/OPT for the full internship duration). --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted via the [Getty Fluxx grant portal](https://getty.fluxx.io/user_sessions/new). - Required materials: - Resume/CV (max 5 pages, with month/year for all experiences) - Personal statement (≤500 words) explaining fit and goals - Transcripts/academic records for undergraduate and graduate degrees (combined into a single PDF) - Proof of current enrollment (if applicable) - Two confidential letters of recommendation (submitted directly by recommenders via the portal) - For F-1 visa holders: copy of I-20 form and letter from PDSO/DSO confirming ability to maintain status if selected - Select two internship positions in order of preference. - Finalists are typically contacted for interviews in January; all applicants are notified of decisions in the spring. --- ## Additional Information - Internships are based at the Getty Center (Los Angeles) or Getty Villa (Malibu). - Interns are eligible for Getty health care plans. - Research travel support (up to $3,000) is provided. - Housing is not provided; interns are responsible for securing their own accommodation. - Visa support and guidance are available via the Getty Office of Scholars, Interns, and Professionals (OSIP). - See [OSIP's visa guidance](https://www.getty.edu/osip/taxes_visas/visa_restrictions.html) for detailed information on J-1 and F-1 requirements. --- ## External Links - [Graduate Internships Program Overview](https://www.getty.edu/projects/graduate-internships) - [Current Internship Opportunities & Descriptions](https://www.getty.edu/projects/graduate-internships/opportunities) - [Getty Fluxx Application Portal](https://getty.fluxx.io/user_sessions/new) - [Getty OSIP: Visa & Tax Guidance](https://www.getty.edu/osip/taxes_visas/visa_restrictions.html) - [Getty Foundation Funding Areas](https://www.getty.edu/foundation/funding-areas/) - [Getty Foundation Contact Page](https://www.getty.edu/about/contact) --- ## Contact Information | Department/Contact | Email | Phone | |-----------------------------------|------------------------------------|-----------------| | Getty Foundation (general) | visitorservices@getty.edu | (310) 440-7300 | | Getty Grants Administration | grantsadmin@getty.edu | | | Office of Scholars, Interns, and Professionals (OSIP) | osip@getty.edu | (310) 440-6249 (Christine Daniels)
(310) 440-6910 (Sharon Kim) | ---

Graduate Internships

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