Peggy Guggenheim Collection

This internship program is a special opportunity for Duke juniors and seniors who study art, art history or related disciplines—and able to converse in English and Italian. Students will gain first-hand experience while immersing themselves in an amazing collection of modern art at this unique museum, housed in an 18th-century palace on the Grand Canal. Activities include managing the galleries during public open hours, assisting visitors, staffing the ticket office, cloakroom and other visitor facilities, supporting the museum staff in various departments and participating in the educational activities of the museum, including presentations to the public, guided tours and workshops with children. The program includes educational activities such as seminars, conferences, educational trips and guided tours for interns.

Application deadline: by 11:59 pm, Friday, December 6, 2024

To apply for the Nasher-Duke-sponsored two-month (June – July) summer internship at the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice, Italy students must meet the following criteria:

• be a Duke junior/senior by Spring 2025
• be studying art, art history or related area
• be able to converse in English and Italian; for applicants with limited Italian, please show evidence in your application of previous Italian coursework or exposure and continued efforts to learn the language. For example, coursework as demonstrated on transcripts and/or a supplemental letter from a language instructor that testifies to your language ability.

Application and supporting materials must be sent to ellen.raimond@duke.edu by 11:59 pm, Friday, December 6, 2024.

For consideration, please submit:

• Cover letter explaining interest and reasons for participating in the internship program at the Peggy Guggenheim Collection.
• CV including internships and work experiences, a list of relevant academic courses, and language abilities (English and Italian).
• University transcripts to date.
• Two letters of reference (academic and/or professional reference).

PLEASE DO NOT submit your application to the Peggy Guggenheim Collection.

More information about the Internship Program at the Peggy Guggenheim Collection.

Buona fortuna!