Internships at Magnum
Internships are available at each of the Magnum offices and provide participants the unique opportunity to gain insight into the workings of the photographic cooperative and the industry as a whole. Please contact the office closest to you for details on available internships.
For Positions Available at Magnum New York ONLY
Please use the form below to submit the following application materials: your resume, a brief letter explaining why you wish to intern at Magnum and in which department you wish to work, and one letter of recommendation. Please clearly state which position and internship session you are applying for.
Applications that do not meet all requirements will not be considered. All applicants must be available for an in-person or telephone interview. All internships are unpaid. University credit possible. Absolutely no phone calls.
Applications must be sent three months prior to start date to be considered for that session.
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Archive Department Interns
Responsibilities
• Assist in maintaining Magnum’s digital and analog image archive
• Photo researching and filing
• Related administrative duties that may change daily
• Running errands (transporting film, prints, negatives)
• Occasional scanning
Requirements
• Applicant must hold or be in the process of earning a degree in photography or library science
• Familiarity with PC platform and Excel.
• Must be comfortable creating and working with spreadsheets
• Must have basic Photoshop skills
• Ability to organize and multi-task
Contract: 2 days per week, 3 months
Internship sessions: January-March, April-June, July-September, October-December
Editorial and Commercial Department Interns
Department Overview
The assignment department in NY works closely with the editorial teams in London and Paris. We work across the globe to secure assignments for photographers. Working closely with the photographers and publications, Magnum agents will negotiate all of the terms for a commissioned assignment.
What You Can Expect to Learn
This internship will work in the Assignment Department on projects that span across editorial and commercial fields. This program will allow you to get a better understanding of what it is like to work in both industries.
This is an opportunity for someone who is interested in learning more about editorial and commercial fields of photography. Participants will gain a better understanding of the assignment process. This knowledge will be specifically beneficial for anyone interested in working at an agency, publication, or a working photographer.
Departmental Duties and Responsibilities
Interns will work directly with the Content Editor on active assignments and conduct research for future projects and proposals. The internship will provide valuable insight into the daily tasks of an agent, as well as an overall understanding of the industry as a whole.
Daily tasks can include:
• Research and writing pitch text
• Uploading tearsheets to the Magnum archive
• Assisting with project proposals and photographer portfolios
• Research for larger long-term photographer projects
• Organizing online internal database
• Research grants and funding options
• Related administrative duties that may change daily
Requirements
Applicants must have a working grasp of the photographic field, the ability to multitask, a high level of attention to detail, time management skills, and strong organizational skills. Basic Photoshop and PowerPoint skills are also required. We are looking for applicants that are self-motivated, have a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn.
Applicant must hold or be in the process of earning a degree in the Visual Arts, or a related field. Applicants will be chosen based on their experience and interest in working at Magnum Photos.
Contract: 2 days per week for a 3-month period
Internship sessions: January-March, April-June, July-September, October-December
Application Procedures
Application materials should consist of your resume, a brief cover letter explaining why you wish to intern at Magnum, and one professional letter of recommendation. Please clearly state which position and internship session you are applying for.
All internships are unpaid. University credit is possible. Please no phone calls.