Art History Internships Abroad | GoAbroad.com

Not surprisingly, as most art history students learn from the Western canon of artwork, the most popular locations to intern abroad are in Western Europe. The famed birthplace of artists like Michelangelo and Caravaggio, Italy ranks at the top of the list of dream art history internship locations. Whether you choose Florence, the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, or Rome, the capital city which is filled with multitudes of art museums and architectural landmarks, Italy is a great place to launch your flourishing art history career and practice your conversational Italian.

Working at the world famous Louvre is an aspiration of many art lovers, and interning at one of France’s many reputable museum operations of museums. Plus, you can travel from the bustling capital of Paris to the lush countryside that inspired Monet, Cezanne, and Renoir in your free time. You could also consider the neighbor to the north, England, where large collections of Western European art reside in museums and galleries in the capital city of London.

Outside of the Western canon, those who are interested in Asian art, Islamic art, or a multitude of other subject matter may be drawn to a different set of countries. Art history internships in China, for example, can offer students a chance to delve deep into history, as art in some regions dates back to the sixth millennium B.C.E. For those who are not familiar with Chinese art history, this could be an opportunity to step outside of their comfort zone while working with a large institution.

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