Teen Night Planning Committee

In this paid internship, join other New York City teens to produce Teen Nights—free events inspired by our special exhibitions. Work collaboratively to dream up, organize, and promote live music, workshops, food, and fun.

You will:

• Design, plan, and execute three free, large-scale events for New York City teens
• Meet educators, artists, and curators to learn about art, public programming, and our collections
• Promote Teen Night to teens across New York City, especially in Brooklyn
• Communicate with emerging artists and performers
• Assist with programs like Target First Saturdays
• Build and strengthen your communication, teamwork, time management, organizational, and event-planning skills

Get paid $13 per hour until December 2018, then $15 per hour starting January 2019. Second year Committee members will be paid $14 per hour until December 2018, then $16 per hour starting January 2019. Work up to 84 hours for the year!

To apply, you need to be 1) a high school student, 2) at least fourteen years old, and 3) able to commit to the work schedule below, which takes place December through May:

• Wednesdays: 4:30–6:30 pm
• Fridays: 3 Teen Nights, 4–8 pm
• Saturdays: 2 Target First Saturdays sessions, 5–9 pm

How to apply:

• Submit an online application now through October 14.
• Email one letter of reference on official letterhead from a teacher, guidance counselor, or community leader to tnpc.application@brooklynmuseum.org; subject line should include “Teen Night Planning Committee” and the applicant’s name.

Questions? Email us at teen.programs@brooklynmuseum.org. Want to perform at Teen Night? Send us a proposal!

Interested in planning our LGBTQ Teen Night? Learn more.