Special Event Undergraduate Intern – Spring 2027 at Museum of Fine Arts Boston

Special Event Undergraduate Intern – Spring 2027 Special Events Department Special Events is responsible for planning events that support the Museum’s External Relations division, producing special exhibition opening events, and managing Museum-wide events in collaboration with departments across the institution. A signature event of the department is Art in Bloom, the Museum’s annual celebration of art and flowers. Taking place throughout the Museum, the event pairs works of art spanning ancient to contemporary periods with interpretive floral designs. The Special Events Department seeks an enthusiastic and detail-oriented undergraduate intern to support the team in planning and executing a variety of events, with a primary focus on Art in Bloom. The intern will contribute to key aspects of the event, taking on responsibilities that are integral to its success while gaining valuable, hands-on experience in the planning, coordination, and execution of a major cultural event. In addition to this central role, the intern will have opportunities to learn about and assist with other Special Events initiatives, gaining firsthand insight into the work of an events team at a major cultural institution. Under the supervision of Director of Special Events, the intern will have the opportunity to engage with staff members throughout the Museum. These departments range from curatorial and conservation, learning and community engagement, member and visitor services, facilities, and many more. This internship provides hands-on experience in event management, teamwork, and communication skills. Ideal candidates must be able to commit to work onsite 15 – 18 hours weekly, mostly between 9am-5pm Monday-Friday between January 22 – May 2, 2027. Additionally, interns must attend orientation on Fri, Jan 22, (10am-3:30pm), and the Museum Pathways & Practices professional development course from 12:30-2:30pm on the following Fridays: Jan 29, Feb 5, Feb 12, Feb 19, Feb 26, Apr 2, Apr 9, Apr 16, Apr 23, Apr 30, and May 7. The intern will be paid at a rate of $16.80 per hour and will receive a $90 per month transportation subsidy. As we amplify our efforts toward becoming a truly inclusive institution and fostering the next generation of museum staff, the MFA actively encourages students from all backgrounds to apply to the program. Essential Functions: Art in Bloom Support the logistics of garden club and professional designer implementation. Manage inventory of supplies and materials needed for arranger day orientation and Art in Bloom. Assist with event setup for arranger day orientation and over the course of Art in Bloom (April 29 – May 2, 2027) Work closely with the events team and volunteers, providing support where needed. Assist in the development and implementation of special events, including assistance with the invitation creation process, tracking RSVPs, and welcoming attendees. Attend events to provide on-site support, including setup, registration, and troubleshooting. Input RSVPs into Tessitura (donor database); send RSVP acknowledgement emails and event follow ups Perform administrative tasks as required. *Prepare and offer a 3-minute final synoptic presentation of the internship as part of the Museum Pathways & Practices professional development course. What you will gain from this experience: Gain hands-on experience in event planning and management. Acquire practical experience with widely used development database software. Opportunity to network with industry professionals. Develop a strong rapport with working museum professionals in addition to those in other fields. Opportunity to engage with a diverse pool of volunteers. Critical thinking and multi-tasking skills. Cross Departmental collaboration. Qualifications Enrolled in an undergraduate academic program concurrent with the internship period. Keen interest in learning more about the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and contributing to the Special Events department. Professionalism while representing the MFA at events. Detail-oriented and efficient, with an ability to maintain confidentiality. Creative, open-minded, patient, reliable, and flexible. Previous office experience and high-level of comfort with Microsoft Office, including Excel, preferred. Excellent organizational skills and keen attention to detail. Excellent correspondence, in writing, person, and by phone. Ideal candidates must be able to commit to work onsite 15 – 18 hours weekly, mostly between 9am-5pm Monday-Friday between January 22 – May 2, 2027. Additionally, interns must attend orientation on Fri, Jan 22, (10am-3:30pm), and the Museum Pathways & Practices professional development course from 12:30-2:30pm on the following Fridays: Jan 29, Feb 5, Feb 12, Feb 19, Feb 26, Apr 2, Apr 9, Apr 16, Apr 23, Apr 30, and May 7. Ability to attend orientation on Fri, Jan 22, 2027, 10am to 3:30pm. How to Apply DO NOT INCLUDE any document not specifically requested within the description (e.g., recommendations, transcripts, writing samples, etc.) DO NOT include your photo in any of your documents. Combine your cover letter and resume into a single document, (Word or PDF). The cover letter must include all of the following: the title of the internship for which you are applying (one internship per application) how the named internship fits into your academic and/or career goals why your specific skills/experience/interests qualify you for the internship. any periods when you are not available for an interview. your contact information including e-mail and daytime phone SAVE your document file as (LASTNAME_FIRSTNAME_POSITIONTITLE_Spring2027) Upload the single document as your resume via the employment portal Internships | Museum of Fine Arts, Boston ASAP before December 4, 2026. (Do not upload separate cover letter.) Candidates may apply for no more than two internships per season and must submit a separate cover letter/resume document for each position. **Direct any/all questions to: intern@mfa.org before submitting your application. **Applications not conforming to these guidelines may be deemed ineligible and not considered.