Call for Interns
Undergraduate students interested in receiving course credit for an internship should apply according to their school schedule. Applications will be accepted until positions are filled, so apply soon!
About The Museum of Human Achievement
The Museum of Human Achievement cultivates forward thinking new work, community, and vibe. We provide radically affordable arts space to support artists and audiences in the creation of new ideas. We value experimentation, accessibility, respect, artist support, collaboration, vibe and critical thought.
Founded in Austin, Texas, in 2012, MoHA is a multi-disciplinary art space and organization that supports creative thought and expression in all forms and mediums. MoHA cultivates space where artists and audiences can meet in the spirit of social experimentation. By presenting unconventional and boundary-crossing works, supporting itinerant artists, and serving as an inclusive meeting ground for diverse individuals and numerous partner organizations, MoHA encourages community building, the open exchange of ideas, and creative expression.
To make sure we serve our community equitably our programs are led by a guiding body of 35 in leadership of which a majority are from a ethnic minority and a diversity of sexual and gender identities. This leadership guides all work we do which focuses upon:
Accessibility/Diversity in digital arts
- An annual festival which celebrates, amplifies, and supports the unique and underrepresented in indie video games and play (Fantastic Arcade)
- VR, AR, and net.art exhibitions, performance, and education; emphasizing diversity among artists utilizing emerging technology (IRL)
Residencies and Cultural Exchange
- An international artist residency focused on exchange between Texas and Mexico (Unlisted Projects)
- Accessible online gallery and artist residency providing monthly stipends (My Homepage)
Supporting and Commissioning arts and music
- 24/7 public art gallery which champions and supports diverse artists (Cage Match)
- Mobile art gallery and store for local makers focused on uplifting women artists, queer artists, and artists of color (The Mall)
Mobile touring performance and platforms
- A Mobile Performance Center (Peanut)
- drive-in movies in partnership with neighborhood associations (CoHA)
The culmination of these efforts results in providing more than 100 free or affordable programs annually, and since our founding we have partnered with 804 organizations to present new work, presented 4500+ artists, brought in 170k visitors, and grown a 10k person membership base. We also lease studios to 35 artists and 12 organizations at well below market rates and fiscally sponsor 42 organizations as a hub for the creation of innovative and groundbreaking new work.
Dates and Time Commitment
Applications accepted until positions are filled.
Internships to begin Jan 2021 and end June 2021 with the option to continue through the summer or for the full year. Time commitment is 10 – 20 hours per week.
Intern Perks include
Free entry to all MoHA shows, events, and workshops, 24 hour access to tools and space, and letter of recommendation.
Application Instructions
Upload your cover letter, resume, and contact information on our form here.
