Who can apply?
- The summer program is open to undergraduate and graduate students, recent graduates, career changers, and people new to museum work; this guide covers undergraduates.
- No specific major, art background, or prior museum experience is required.
- F-1 students studying in the United States may apply, but the Gallery says it generally cannot provide summer visa sponsorship because of processing time.
The 2026 deadline is historical, not an announcement of a 2027 cycle; wait for the institution to publish new dates.
Dates, pay & program timing
The last published summer deadline was February 16, 2026 at 5 p.m. EST and has passed. The program is full time at 40 hours per week and primarily on-site; check for a future cycle before applying.
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How to apply to National Gallery of Art
- Confirm that a new summer cycle is published before preparing an application or treating the prior deadline as current.
- Review the current online form and prompts, then prepare the requested resume or experience summary, work sample, and reference contacts.
- Submit through the National Gallery's official route and plan for a potential virtual panel interview and on-site Washington schedule.
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How to prepare a stronger application
Select a written or creative sample that supports the placement interests you describe and can be shared without violating course, employer, or client restrictions.
Use the short responses to connect your goals and preparation to museum work such as research, education, digital projects, operations, conservation, or visitor experience.
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Make it a plan.
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