Stevan A. Baron Work Scholar Program
The Spring 2025 application period is now closed.
About the Program
Aperture’s Work Scholar Program welcomes individuals to engage in Aperture’s programs and contribute to the editing, design, production, circulation, sales, and marketing of photography’s most significant publications; the development of major traveling exhibitions; educational programs for children and adults; the creation of web content; and all other business operations essential to a nonprofit organization.
In addition to working closely with the Aperture staff and contributing to the day-to-day office work flow, work scholars make contacts within the photo community at Aperture events and through meetings with various professionals in the photography field. Aperture’s Chelsea location offers the unique opportunity to work in New York City and have access to art galleries, museums, and other art-related facilities.
Interns serve on a paid part-time basis (24 hours per week) for which they receive $18 per hour, as well as complimentary copies of Aperture magazine. This internship requires a commitment of three days per week under a hybrid work model. The schedule for the three days is 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Applicants must make their own living arrangements. Current college students as well as recent graduates are encouraged to apply. College credit is available for this program.
Stevan A. Baron, for whom Aperture’s internship program is named, studied with Minor White in 1963, and remained professionally involved with Aperture until he retired from his position as Vice-President of Production in 2003. Over his forty-year tenure, Baron was responsible for the exacting separation and printing standards that define Aperture’s publications. He believed deeply in the importance of education both within and beyond the classroom environment.
How To Apply
The Spring 2025 application period is now closed.
Applicants are selected based on their interest and motivation in working for Aperture, an ability to contribute significantly to the program, and openness to gaining a meaningful work experience. Experience and interest in photography, publishing, the visual arts, and in fields related to the specific department to which you apply is strongly encouraged.
Please see individual application links for instructions on how to apply for each individual position. We receive a high volume of applications each term. For that reason, we ask you to follow the guidelines closely to ensure that your application will be considered.
More Information
Aperture hires Work Scholars across the organization based on department needs. Work Scholar positions are re-evaluated on a bi-yearly basis.
If you have questions, please view our FAQs or contact us at workscholars@aperture.org.