Art Intern, Quanta Magazine

Location: New York

** POSITION SUMMARY
** is looking for a motivated art and design intern for the summer of 2026. This is an outstanding opportunity for a beginning designer to learn about editorial design, illustration and photography, infographics and web production while developing real-world skills at a dynamic digital magazine centered on the world of science. The intern will receive training and mentoring from the art team and the magazine editors and will potentially leave with some nice portfolio pieces.

This paid internship is full time at 40 hours per week. It will take place on-site at the Simons Foundation offices in New York City between June 1st to August 14th, 2026.Learn more about summer internships at Simons Foundation here: .
** ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
*** Assist the art director with art and photography research; contact scientists and press officers to track down images to illustrate articles, blog posts and other features.
* Assist the graphics editor with research for infographics.
* Assist the web producer with miscellaneous tasks.
* Depending on the candidate skills: develop illustrations, infographics and layouts and/or work on color correction and photo editing.
* Perform other duties or tasks as assigned or required.
** MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
*** Candidates should be working toward a degree in art/design.
* A strong portfolio in one or more of the following: graphic design, digital illustration, Infographics and data visualization, web design and development, animation, photo editing.
* Knowledge of Illustrator and Photoshop.
* A strong interest in science is a big plus.
* Knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Figma, 3D illustration and After Effects is also a plus.
** REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS
*** Please submit a résumé and cover letter describing your interest in this position.
* Portfolio showing at least 10 pieces you have worked on previously, explaining the context of their creation and your role in it.
** COMPENSATION
* ** This internship pays $20 to $25 per hour, depending on degree level.
** ABOUT
* QUANTA
* ** is an award-winning, editorially independent online publication launched by the Simons Foundation to enhance public understanding of science. Our reporters and editors focus on developments in mathematics, theoretical physics, theoretical computer science and the basic life sciences, with an emphasis on delivering timely, accurate, in-depth and well-crafted articles for our broad, discerning audience.
* Quanta* was awarded a 2022 Pulitzer Prize in explanatory reporting, a 2020 National Magazine Award for general excellence, and a 2025 National Magazine Award for best single-topic issue.
* Quanta* has syndication partnerships with
* Wired*,
* The Atlantic
* and other publications, has published two books ( and ) and our articles have been translated into several languages.
** Our Commitment to Expanding Pathways to Science & Opportunities for All:
** Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds, and experiences. The Simons Foundation is committed to advancing basic science and mathematics to benefit humankind and expand our collective understanding of our world. As part of our mission, we support partners, programs, and initiatives that seek to broaden the scientific community and open pathways to science and mathematics careers.

The Simons Foundation provides equal opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state, and local law.

The Simons Foundation is a private foundation in New York City whose mission is to advance the frontiers of research in mathematics and the basic sciences. Founded in 1994 by Jim and Marilyn Simons, the foundation supports transformative science through grantmaking, in-house research and public engagement. The Simons Foundation provides grants in autism science and neuroscience; life sciences; mathematics and physical sciences;

and science, society and culture. The foundation’s in-house research division, the Flatiron Institute, develops and deploys computational methods to advance basic scientific research. Visit the  to learn more
** Salary and Benefits
** In addition to competitive salaries, the Simons Foundation provides employees with an outstanding benefits package.
** Our Commitment to Expanding Pathways to Science & Opportunities for All:
** Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds, and experiences. The Simons Foundation is committed to advancing basic science and mathematics to benefit humankind and expand our collective understanding of our world. As part of our mission, we support partners, programs, and initiatives that seek to broaden the scientific community and open pathways to science and mathematics careers.

The Simons Foundation provides equal…