Applications for Winter 2025/2026 are now closed.

The Ford Foundation Equity Initiative Internship Program at The Henry Ford is a cohort-based program that offers engaging professional development, mentorship and networking opportunities. We invite diverse candidates* who are curious about careers in the museum world to become a part of our legacy and take it forward. The most successful candidates will be collaborative, motivated, creative and open to learning. All internships are paid and will last 10-15 weeks.

The purpose of the internship program is twofold:

• Offer opportunities to students and emerging professionals who identify with groups that are historically minoritized and underrepresented across the museum world.
• Invite interns to think outside of the box and explore their careers in ways they may not have considered before.

*Candidates who have a disability, identify as Black, Native American, Asian, Pacific Islander, Arab, Middle Eastern, Hispanic, Latino/a/x, LGBTQIA+, or who exist at the intersection of these identities are encouraged to apply. All submitted applications will be considered.

Internship opportunities span across several departments and industries represented at The Henry Ford, such as:

• Analytics and Business Intelligence
• Audio Visual Technology
• Collections Management
• Community Outreach and Engagement
• Construction Management
• Culinary
• Environmental Health and Safety
• Exhibits
• Experience Design
• Finance and Accounting
• Geographic Information Systems
• Graphic Design
• Historical Clothing Production and Alterations
• Historical Resources
• Human Resources
• Institutional Advancement
• Learning and Engagement
• Marketing
• Museum Programs
• Private Events
• Sustainability Programs
• Tourism and Guest Experience
• Youth Engagement

Specific opportunities available each cycle may vary. If you have any questions, we welcome you to reach out to Alberto Acosta, Ford Foundation Internship Specialist (AlbertoA@thehenryford.org).

Please note: International students who require Curricular Practical Training (CPT) work authorization are eligible to apply.

Applications closed for 2025.

The Henry Ford's Simmons Graduate Internship Program is designed for current graduate students pursuing careers in museums, historical agencies, conservation labs or related fields. This internship provides participants with a great opportunity to gain in-depth work experience in a major American history museum.

Stipend and Terms of Internship
Simmons interns are awarded stipends for a minimum 12-week full-time internship. Starting and ending dates for individual internships are negotiable. The Simmons Graduate Internship Program is funded by the Vera W. and Walter E. Simmons Endowment Fund.

Application Process
Four internship opportunities are available for summer 2025. Project descriptions and the application process can be found in our job postings.

Any questions can be addressed to HistoryInternship@TheHenryFord.org or Sophia Kloc, Manager of Collections Operations and Internship Coordinator, The Henry Ford, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn, MI 48124-5029.