Careers
Jobs
For open positions, please click on the job title for a description and instructions on how to apply. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until available positions are filled. Thank you for your interest!
Contractor Roles
Internships
Internships
The Internship Program at Shangri La is a learning-centered experience shaped by mentorship and empowerment. Under the guidance of staff, interns are expected to be active designers and participants in their learning, creating an experience that develops the skills, knowledge, and abilities needed to become a critically engaged museum professional.
Areas for internships include: Curation & Exhibitions, Collections Management, Conservation, Public and Educational Programs, Communications.
Semester-based Internships
Internships are available on a semester basis in the fall (Sept-Dec), spring (Jan-April), and summer (May-Aug) in 10- to 14-week periods. We invite current or recent (within 18 months) undergraduate and graduate students who are considering a career in the arts, education, non-profit and museum professions to apply.
International Students
Opportunities are available for international students who are already eligible for internships based in the U.S. Shangri La is unable to sponsor internships for international students at this time.
Current Internship Opportunities
Thank you for your interest. There are no internship opportunities at this time.
How to Apply
Applicants should submit the following when applying to an internship. Please read each internship description carefully as there may be additional materials required.
- cover letter
- an up-to-date CV
- unofficial transcripts
- any additional requested materials
Send all materials to shangrilainterns[at]dorisduke.org by the deadline specified in the internship description.