CMOA Volunteer Application

About Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh

There is no cultural organization in the world quite like Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh. With a legacy of discovery and outreach dating back to 1895, today we are a family of four diverse, dynamic museums: Carnegie Museum of Art, Carnegie Museum of Natural History, Carnegie Science Center, and The Andy Warhol Museum. We are committed to being inclusive, both on-site and online, and to exploring with our audiences the big ideas and issues of our time. Our mission is to preserve and expand the resources of art and science as agents of personal growth and social advancement in Pittsburgh and beyond.
Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh is interested in candidates who, through their experience and collaborations, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the Carnegie Museum community.Learn more about our Mission, Values, & Vision for Impact

Connect with art, science, or natural history—and your community!
Expand your horizons, meet interesting people, and surround yourself with some of civilization’s greatest achievements. Whether you work with the public or behind the scenes, volunteering or interning with one of the four Carnegie Museums offers the opportunity to share your passion, gain work experience in a creative environment, support the community, explore your potential, learn something new, and make new friends.

Application Instructions

Before applying, please review the list of available internship opportunities and their respective role descriptions. Use this application to submit your candidacy package. Applicants may select up to two (2) opportunities as their first and second choices for placement.

To qualify for internship selection, candidates must submit a full application package. Submissions must include the following:

A completed internship application and consent agreement
A resume or CV
A letter of interest or personal statement detailing how this experiential opportunity will further your personal career goals, academic studies, and professional development
An optional letter of recommendation from an advisor, faculty, previous employer, coach, mentor, or other professional reference.

General Internship Program Requirements for All Candidates

Full museum registration is required to be completed before a candidate willl be approved to start the internship experience. This process will be facilitated by Volunteer & Internship Office staff during onboarding.
For fall and spring semesters: students may intern for a maximum of 20 hours per week for at least 8 weeks
During summer terms: students may intern for up to a maximum of 30 hours per week

For questions, please contact volunteers@carnegiemuseums.org or (412) 353-4680, or visit our website for more information.

Name*

First NameLast Name

E-mail*

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Phone Number*

Address*

Street Address

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Date of Birth*

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Internship Assignments - First Choice*

Please refer to the list of '2025 Pitt Internships - Spring & Summer Terms' document linked above for role descriptions.

Internship Assignments - Second Choice*

Please refer to the list of '2025 Pitt Internships - Spring & Summer Terms' document linked above for role descriptions.

Earliest Possible Start Date

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Availability End Date

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Applicant Profile

Tell us about yourself! Please do not exceed 250 words.0/250

PA Act 153 Clearances

Please list any previous security clearances obtained and the years of completion. NOTE: You do not need to have these clearances to apply. If selected for an opportunity, the Volunteer & Internship Office will assist with filing your required PA Act 153 clearances as part of the onboarding process.

Extracurricular Activities

List extracurricular activities, hobbies, special training or skills.

Have you ever been employed with the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh organization? Please indicate the date(s), department, and supervisor. *

Please upload a resume:*

Pdf files are preferred. Thank you!

Please upload a letter of interest or cover letter:*

Pdf files are preferred. Thank you!

Optional: Upload a letter of recommendation or referral:

We would love to see letters of recommendation, references, or referrals!

Accommodations & ADA

Carnegie Museums is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. To request a reasonable accommodation to participate in a volunteer assignment or experiential opportunity, please use this request form, or contact the Volunteer Office by calling 412.353.4680, or emailing volunteers@carnegiemuseum.org.

Volunteer/Intern Agreement

I understand that as a volunteer/intern I am not entitled to monetary compensation for any duties I perform beyond my stipend payments awarded by the University of Pittsburgh Career Center's experiential learning funding, and I am not entitled to worker’s compensation or group benefits in the event of injury. (Work-study students will be paid directly by their university.)

The Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh Volunteer Program reserves the right to an evaluation sometime after placement and the right to terminate services should responsibilities not be fulfilled satisfactorily.

In accordance with Pennsylvania Act 153, I understand and agree that a criminal background check is a condition of my volunteer service. Per the direction of Volunteer & Internship Office's official registration process, I will complete the required clearances at my own expense. (Teen volunteers and participants under 18 years of age must provide consent from a parent or legal gaurdian before accepting a volunteer assignment. Parental or guardian approval is required for criminal background checks of minors.)

Volunteer/Intern Identification*

I am an adult applicant (18+) and acknowledge this agreementI am the parent / guardian of a teen applicant (under 18) and acknowledge this agreementI am a teen applicant and have parental / guardian consent to submit this form in acknowledgement of this agreement

Volunteer/Intern Agreement*

I agree

US Work Authorization*

I am authorized to work in the United States and approved to receive payment/stipends from an employer.I am not authorized to work in the United States.Other

Internship Application