Join the Seaport Museum Crew
The Seaport Museum is committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity in its workforce. We strongly encourage applications from members of groups that are underrepresented in careers related to museums. The Museum’s goal is to foster a collaborative and respectful work environment with a staff that reflects the diversity of both NYC and our audience.
Jobs
Now is the time to join the South Street Seaport Museum Relief Crew! The 1885 schooner Pioneer, TSA Sail Training Program of the Year in 2012, has a 50+ year history of advancing careers in tall ships and the maritime industry. On both Pioneer and the 1930 tugboat W.O. Decker, these open positions give you an opportunity to develop as a mariner in a challenging, supportive, and fast-paced environment.
Relief Captain
The Relief Captain works under the direction of the full-time Captain. Captains are responsible for the safety of the vessel, guests, and crew while in command. They run harbor tours and charters, which provide guests with an experience consistent with the goals of the program and the Museum. They effectively manage, lead, and mentor crew to help meet the vessel’s operational needs and the Museum’s mission.
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Relief Mate
The Mate assists, at the direction of the Captain, in all aspects of the operation, handling, and maintenance of Pioneer and W.O. Decker. They serve as a teacher and leader of the crew. They create and maintain an atmosphere of inclusivity, healthy development, and free of harassment. They maintain clear communication with the Captain and Fleet Mate. They serve as liaison with visitors and the public.
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Relief Deckhand
The Deckhand assists in day-to-day sail operations, including education, public, and charter sails on evenings and weekends. Willingness to work with volunteer crew, students, and the public is critical. Experience in tall ships and/or Experiential Education is desired. Continuous on-the-job training will be offered, but with multiple sails per week, some sailing experience is critical.
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Internships
The Museum’s Internship Program offers college undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates’ valuable insights into the operations of a professional museum environment.
Seaport Museum interns are usually placed in Collections, Archives, and Exhibitions departments where they work with professional staff, assist on internal and external projects. In addition to their departmental work, interns take part in conversations on museology, and visit other New York City institutions gaining opportunity to develop connections with other museum professionals.
Application Information
Due to the anticipated high volume of applications, only candidates chosen for interviews will receive direct communication regarding the status of their application.
Time Commitment and Pay
Interns must commit to 20 hours per week and are required to be on-site at least two full days per week, 9:30am–4:30pm Tuesdays through Friday. Interns are paid $18/hour on a bi-weekly basis and receive free admission to most New York City museums and employee discounts at the Seaport Museum’s Bowne & Co. Stationers.
Spring 2026 Internships (14 weeks)—Applications closed
Summer 2026 Internships (12 weeks)—Now Seeking Archival and Special Collections Intern Applications
Applications Open: March 16, 2026
Applications Close: March 27, 2026
Start Date: June 1, 2026
End Date: August 21, 2026
Archival and Special Collections Intern
The intern will work on the Museum’s Archival and Special Collection. Activities will include archival materials re-housing, folder inventories, and finding aid creation; as well as special collections catalog, research, and digitization. If time and interest permit, Interns also collect ideas and draft content for the Museum’s blog and social media channels.
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Fall 2026 Internships (14 weeks)—Not accepting applications at this time
Applications Open: July 20, 2026
Applications Close: July 31, 2026
Start Date: September 14, 2026
End Date: December 18, 2026