Mexic-Arte Museum has served as a pipeline for the professional development of emerging Latinx artists and arts administrators, as well as given a spotlight to established artists. Our internship program aims to cultivate the next generation of museum professionals by offering hands-on experience and career-building opportunities.
Interns will gain valuable skills through projects in various departments, working under the mentorship of museum professionals. This program provides the chance to build professional networks, enhance creativity and critical thinking, and apply practical knowledge in a real-world setting.
We are looking for interns who are flexible, organized, self-motivated, and eager to collaborate in a professional environment. Ideal candidates will bring enthusiasm, creativity, and a passion for the arts, and will be encouraged to contribute their ideas to meaningful projects.
This program is made possible by the support of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) initiative: Latino Museum Initiative Expansion Project, which is designed to provide opportunities for internships and fellowships at American Latino museums for students enrolled in Institutions of Higher Education, including Hispanic-Serving Institutions.
Program Information
Spring, summer, and fall internships run for ten weeks with a commitment of 10 hours per week during office hours (Monday-Thursday 9 am-6 pm and Friday 9 am-5 pm).
Pay rate: $22/h
Requirements
*Current Undergraduate student in the Austin, TX area.
Qualifications and requirements will vary based on the position. Please read the Google Application form thoroughly to see if you are qualified for your desired position.
Internship Program Cycle
| Fall Semester 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Program Dates | September 18th – November 25th |
| Application Open | August 25, 2026 |
| Application Deadline | September 11th, 2026 |
Optional (but encouraged):
How to Apply
Apply by clicking which department you want to apply to and complete the corresponding Google Form.
The application requires:
- Resume
- Letter of interest
- Unofficial transcript
Optional (but encouraged):
- Academic or professional letters of recommendation
If you need an access accommodation or have a question regarding available accommodations, or if you need this application in an alternative format to successfully submit your candidacy, please contact the Internship Coordinator
Collections
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Curatorial
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Development
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Digital Media
The Digital Media intern will assist in organizing assets, strategizing updates the website, add past content and build new event pages, improve its accessibility, and create and utilize SEO/marketing trends and management practices.The main project for the Fall 26’ semester assisting with the 5th St Mexican American Cultural District webpages. Other tasks include archiving past exhibitions and events and working with the Collections team to learn how to photograph, categorize, and archive high-quality images and put them into Mexic-Arte’s Past Perfect database and the Culture Connect platform.
Education
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Graphic Design
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Preparator
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Special Events & Marketing
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Current
The Fall 2026 internship program at Mexic-Arte Museum comprised dedicated students from The University of Texas at Austin and Austin Community College, each contributing to various museum departments.
Past
The Summer 2026 internship program at Mexic-Arte Museum comprised dedicated students from The University of Texas at Austin and Austin Community College, each contributing to various museum departments.
The Spring 2026 internship program at Mexic-Arte Museum comprised dedicated students from The University of Texas at Austin and Texas State University, each contributing to various museum departments. Their collective efforts enriched the museum’s programming and operations, particularly through hands-on contributions to exhibits like En lo mas negro del verano and cultural events such as Viva la Vida and Mexic-Arte’s various Hispanic Heritage Month events. From curatorial research and educational content creation to event planning and development support, the cohort gained valuable professional experience while advancing the museum’s mission to engage the public with Latino/x/e art and culture. Their behind-the-scenes work helped ensure the success of key initiatives and fostered deeper community connections.
The Fall 2025 internship program at Mexic-Arte Museum comprised dedicated students from The University of Texas at Austin and Texas State University, each contributing to various museum departments. Their collective efforts enriched the museum’s programming and operations, particularly through hands-on contributions to exhibits like En lo mas negro del verano and cultural events such as Viva la Vida and Mexic-Arte’s various Hispanic Heritage Month events. From curatorial research and educational content creation to event planning and development support, the cohort gained valuable professional experience while advancing the museum’s mission to engage the public with Latino/x/e art and culture. Their behind-the-scenes work helped ensure the success of key initiatives and fostered deeper community connections.
The Spring 2025 internship program at Mexic-Arte Museum comprised dedicated students from The University of Texas at Austin and St. Edward’s University, each contributing to various museum departments. Their collective efforts enriched the museum’s programming and operations, particularly through hands-on contributions to exhibits like Beyond the Shape: El Arte de Chente Rodriguez and cultural events such as La Fete de 5 de Mayo and Mexic-Arte’s 3rd Annual 5 de Mayo Luncheon. From curatorial research and educational content creation to event planning, graphic design and development support, the cohort gained valuable professional experience while advancing the museum’s mission to engage the public with Latino/x/e art and culture. Their behind-the-scenes work helped ensure the success of key initiatives and fostered deeper community connections.
The Fall 2024 internship program at Mexic-Arte Museum comprised dedicated students from Texas State University and the University of Texas at Austin, each contributing to various museum departments. Their collective efforts enriched the museum’s programming and operations, particularly through hands-on contributions to outdoor exhibitions like Las Calaveras at Republic Square: Celebrating Our Shared History and major cultural events such as the Viva la Vida Parade and Festival. From curatorial research and educational content creation to event planning, graphic design and development support, the cohort gained valuable professional experience while advancing the museum’s mission to engage the public with Latino/x/e art and culture. Their behind-the-scenes work helped ensure the success of key fall initiatives and fostered deeper community connections.
The Summer 2024 internship program at Mexic-Arte Museum brought together five University of Texas at Austin, one Texas State University, and one Emory University student interns who made meaningful contributions to projects like creating an interactive map of the Mexican American Culture Corridor, supported Mexic-Arte’s efforts on the Cultural Heritage District designation of the 5th Street Mexican American Heritage Corridor — which highlights the cultural organizations and business along 5th St.— assisting the Nuestro Estilo summer camp at Austin Public Library, as well as developing press releases and marketing for a banner reveal event. Their work spanned digital media, education, curatorial planning, and community engagement, reflecting the museum’s mission to foster cultural heritage and creativity.
The Spring 2024 internship program marked the inaugural group of interns in the Latino Museum Internship Expansion Project at Mexic-Arte Museum, where eight talented students, eight from the University of Texas at Austin and one student from the University of London collaborated across departments such as Curatorial, Education, Preprator, Graphic Design, Development and Digital Media, contributing to exhibitions like Mix ‘n’ Mash and Creating Encuentros: Changarrito 2012–2024. Their work included assisting with exhibition design, developing educational materials, and supporting digital content creation, providing them with valuable professional experience in the museum field. The program aimed to advance careers in studying American Latino/x/e life, art, history, and culture, fostering the next generation of museum professionals.