The MOCA Teen Program comprises high school students—juniors and seniors—who are paid to learn about contemporary art and the museum by collaborating on projects, working with artists, and meeting with museum professionals. A MOCA Teen might work with one or more local artists, as well as planning and executing an in-person Teen Night event, online components for Virtual Teen Night, and management of a social media account. This group of arts-interested students will meet at MOCA on Thursday nights and some weekends to work together and support each other on a journey of self-discovery. Please note that contemporary art can involve viewers in exploring imagery and concepts that may elicit confusion and/or discomfort. We view this as an opportunity to learn and we take care to ensure that discussions about difficult topics are constructive and growth-oriented. Learn more at mocateens.org
Applications for the 2026-27 program are now closed!
We received over 130 applications this year, and we aim to create a group that is diverse in its access to the arts, geographical location, and school. Once the new cohort is selected, they will start in mid-September 2026.
