How To Apply

Application Requirements:

To apply, all internship candidates should submit the following:

  • application form (click link at the end of this section)
  • a cover letter of interest.  Cover letters should indicate which opportunity from the list below the applicant is applying for.
  • a personal statement of no more than 500 words that explains why the applicant is interested in an internship at the Museum, why he/she is applying for a specific internship opportunity, what he/she hopes to achieve from the experience, and what he/she believes he/she can contribute
  • two letters of recommendation
  • copy of transcripts
  • resumé (optional)

Application Deadlines:

Fall Semester (September-November)
Applications due: July 1

Spring Semester (February-April)
Applications due: November 1

Summer (May-July)
Applications due: March 1 (CLOSED for Summer 2013)

Please send complete application to:

Birmingham Museum of Art
ATTN. Anne Forschler-Tarrasch
2000 Rev. Abraham Woods, Jr. Blvd.
Birmingham, AL 35203

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Internship selection is competitive and is based on personal statement, letters of recommendation, academic standing, and interview (required for finalists in the selection process).  For more information, please contact Anne Forschler-Tarrasch at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Current internship opportunities are listed below:

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