Become an Intern at Gilcrease Museum

Gilcrease Museum is now accepting applications for the Gilcrease Museum Fall 2026 Academic Internship.

While working with Gilcrease, undergraduate and graduate students will explore museum careers while earning academic credit. Interns gain hands-on experience while working closely with museum professionals, supervisors, and mentors, culminating in an in-depth understanding of museum work in a specific department. Each intern works closely with departmental supervisors to complete meaningful projects in alignment with the Museum's mission and goals.

Applications are due by July 12th. Students will be notified of internship selection by August 7th.

Fall 2026 internships are available in the following departments:

Development & Membership: Learn about museum fundraising and working with donors. Gain an understanding of how memberships, unrestricted giving, and project funding support Gilcrease's operations. Assist with member and fundraising mailings and events.

Learning & Community Engagement: Support planning and implementation of programs and projects by working with staff mentors, the public, and community partners. Learn about approaches to interpretation and evaluating the impact of educational and community initiatives.

Marketing & Communications: Support marketing department efforts by crafting engaging promotional content, managing social media channels, and collaborating on campaigns to enhance the Museum's visibility.

Repatriation: Support the Museum's repatriation and compliance efforts under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). Gain experience in collections research and documentation, Tribal consultation preparation, and the inventorying, cataloguing, and rehousing of Native American material culture. Learn about ethical stewardship and collaborative relationships with Tribal Nations and communities.

Application Requirements:
Submit your application through July 12th, including a one-page essay and academic transcript. In your one-page essay, tell us why you are seeking an internship with Gilcrease and how this program will meet your needs and interests.

Please direct any questions to Abigail Rogers-Lee, Learning & Community Engagement Coordinator, at akr8928@utulsa.edu.

Compensation:
This position is available for academic credit only and offers no remuneration. Interns will have the opportunity to earn course credit while building their professional portfolio.

Looking for a high school internship?

While Gilcrease does not have a formal high school internship program (yet!), high school seniors can work with Gilcrease Museum to complete school-required internships. This opportunity is subject to staff availability where priority will be given to early requests. Students must submit their materials 8–12 weeks in advance to be considered for a short-term placement. Sending your information does not guarantee an internship placement.

Requirements:
Submit a one-page essay explaining why you would like to work with Gilcrease Museum, highlighting how this opportunity will assist your future goals and benefit your current interests. In your email submission, include the following:

  • One-page essay.
  • Contact information of your school counselor or project lead.
  • School internship requirements and guidelines.
  • If you are 18 years old.
  • A recommendation letter from an instructor.

Please submit your materials and direct any questions to Abigail Rogers-Lee at akr8928@utulsa.edu.

Students seeking 20 hours or less will be considered volunteers and can contact Mia Torres at mia-hoskison@utulsa.edu for more information about volunteer opportunities.

Please include the name of the reference, connection to the applicant, email and phone number of at least three (3) references.

Areas of Interest
Internship Type

Please tell us: Why you are seeking an internship, how working at the Gilcrease will relate to your academic and career goals, and how this will meet your needs/interests.