Internship and
Fellowship Programs
Interested in interning with us at the Center for Art Law? We are looking for law students, as well museum studies, art history, media and communications interns. We welcome applications for internships and graduate fellowships at our offices in DUMBO-Brooklyn (NY), Zürich (CH) and/or online.
Last updated: February 4, 2026.
Details
- The Fellowship Program (6-12 months-appointment) is open to recent graduates (relevant graduate degrees, J.D. preferred).
- NOTE: We offer the Judith Bresler Fellowship (paid) and/or a general fellowship (unpaid) with flexible length, responsibilities, and commitment.
- The Internship Program usually lasts 4-6 months. It is open to students currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree (preference is giving to Juniors and Seniors), Master’s degree, or Juris Doctor. Fall and Spring positions are part-time and may be eligible for school credit. For JD students, the internship may qualify for the NY Bar 50-hour pro bono work requirement.
- Fall: September – December
- Spring: January- April
- Summer: May – July
- Summer positions are full-time; US-based interns may be eligible for a stipend*.
- Interns and fellows all work under the supervision of the Founder & Managing Director, Director of Legal Research and/or members of the Center’s Directorial Boards.
- ***Center is currently accepting applications for Fundraising, Development and Outreach interns.
*Students may be eligible for funding from their home institutions. Organizations wishing to sponsor the summer intern fund should contact us directly.
Legal Intern: Duties Include
- Researching, writing, and editing articles for the Center’s blog;
- Reviewing and summarizing news and legal documents, including court filings, decisions, publications and correspondence;
- Compiling and maintaining art law resources;
- Preparing background research for interviews and workshops;
- Preparing, attending, and reporting on court hearings, conferences, and networking events;
- Planning and participating in educational programs, including Art Law Lunch Talks, Visual Artists Legal Clinic, and Art & Law Workshops;
- Responding to inquiries and providing research and general assistance;
- Producing monthly newsletters and updating Center’s social media and website;
- Assisting with fundraising, development, and outreach efforts, including social media, reports, and correspondence.
Social Media Intern: Duties Include
- Assisting with creation and scheduling of engaging content for our social media platforms;
- Developing social media campaigns to promote our events, publications, and services;
- Collaborate with team members to ensure consistent messaging across all platforms.
Select Qualifications
- Current college or graduate student in law, art history, journalism, or related fields;
- Familiarity and interest in visual arts, the art world, business, and law;
- Software and computer skills including WordPress, Mailchimp, Bloomerang, etc.;
- Strong communication, research, and writing skills;
- Ability to take initiative, to follow through on assigned tasks, and to work both independently and with peers;
- Experience in fundraising, arts administration, and/or event planning a plus;
- Demonstrated interest in the work of the Center, including but not limited to attending events and subscribing to our newsletters.
Application Instructions
Please submit your CV, cover letter, and transcripts as one single PDF document to ONLINE.
- If you have any questions, your email subject should indicate the type of position sought, the time period, and your name (e.g. Internship Summer 2027 | YOUR NAME).
- No phone calls.
- We regret not being able to review submissions for legal interns sent outside the specific Application Period.
Deadlines for Applicants
Internship Summer 2026 Application Period: CLOSED (Interviews: first 3 weeks in February).
Judith Bresler Fellowship 2026-2025 Application Period: Mar. 20 – April 20, 2026 (Read about the Judith Bresler Fellowship HERE)
Internship Fall 2026 Application Period: May 1, 2026 – May. 31, 2026
Internship Spring 2027 Application Period: Oct. 15, 2026 – Nov. 10, 2026
Due to a great number of interested candidates, priority may be given to applications received early. The application period for the Summer 2026 session is now CLOSED and new submissions are not being considered.