Jobs & Internships

Cantor Scholars pursue research or creative projects inspired by art at the Cantor. Two Cantor Scholars per year will receive mentorship from staff at the museum to develop original contributions, culminating in a publication. The program takes place during Spring and Summer quarters.

Stanford undergraduate students are invited to apply for this paid opportunity. Students from any and all fields of study are welcome to apply—no prior formal arts background necessary.

Applications for Spring & Summer 2026 are open through February 12, 2026.

Get experience working in the museum field here at the Cantor Arts Center! In partnership with Stanford Arts, Cantor will be offering two internships this summer in the Collections and Exhibitions departments through the Stanford internship Program in the Arts (SIPA).

Applications are open through February 12, 2026.

Join the team at the Cantor Arts Center on the Stanford campus. Program Assistants provide onsite support in preparing, coordinating, and staffing the museum’s wide range of academic and public programs for museum visitors. Program Assistants will develop skills in public engagement, event planning, arts education, facilitation, and data collection. Program Assistants will work with the Department of Academic and Public Programs to facilitate welcoming and inclusive engagement within the museum.

Applications for Spring 2026 are due March 8, 2026.

Student Guides make a two-year commitment to Cantor Arts Center and Anderson Collection for this paid opportunity to become a tour guide. Student Guides develop public speaking and visual literacy skills and learn about public engagement and museum education. Open to undergrads and grads.

Applications will open in 2026. Sign up for our student newsletter to get notified.