Careers

The Huntington is a world-class cultural destination, as well as an important research and educational institution, in large part because of the dedicated people who bring their exceptional talent and expertise to work every day. Our staff makes it a wonderful place to work and a magnificent treasure for all who visit.

If you love plants, art, or books; are a research enthusiast or a lifelong learner; or just love working with people, The Huntington might have the career you’re looking for!

Our Culture and Values

Here we are committed to the highest of standards in all that we do—from preserving and protecting the collections to exhibitions, educational and scholarly programming, visitor and reader services, and beyond. Achieving excellence across these pursuits requires a diversity of perspectives, expertise, experience, and methodologies.

At The Huntington, our organizational culture is shaped by the following core values: Intellectual Curiosity, Collaboration, Stewardship, Belonging, and Integrity. 

• Intellectual Curiosity:
  Knowledge, lifelong learning, and a spirit of inquiry are at the core of our mission and organizational culture.
• Collaboration:
  Teamwork and a collaborative attitude are important at all levels of The Huntington. We foster relationships internally among our departments and externally with organizations throughout the community.
• Stewardship:
  We are committed to the care and development of our collections, our financial and physical resources, our staff, and our community.
• Belonging:
  We strive to attract and maintain a workforce of individuals with diverse talents, backgrounds, and perspectives. Our organizational culture promotes a sense of welcome, inclusion, and connection.
• Integrity:
  We value respect and honesty, working to fulfill our mission with honor and ethical principles.

The Huntington considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Employee Benefits

Employees have a variety of opportunities to enjoy The Huntington’s beautiful and educational environment, including walking in the gardens and galleries during breaks, interacting with colleagues in the coffee shop or cafe, attending annual staff events, and previewing new exhibitions. Employees also enjoy discounts in the Huntington Store, 1919 Cafe, and Red Car coffee shop.

Part-time employees with a regular schedule of at least 20 hours per week enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Vacation and paid sick leave
• Holiday pay
• TIAA retirement plan
• Employee assistance program
• Access to Caltech Credit Union and recreation facilities

Full-time employees with a regular schedule of at least 30 hours per week may participate in:

• Medical, dental, and vision plan options
• Basic and supplemental life and AD&D insurance plan
• Long-term disability plan
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses
• Health Savings Account

Internships 

We are excited to offer internship opportunities to enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about contributing to our mission and gaining valuable experience in a dynamic cultural and educational environment. The Huntington aspires to create a training ground for future professionals to learn about the institution, develop skills, and begin to build their professional networks. 

Interns will have the opportunity to work closely with our knowledgeable mentors, gain practical skills, and contribute to our ongoing projects and initiatives.  

How to Apply

• View all available positions and internships

• Create an account
  To be considered for employment, you must create an account and submit an employment application online. If you require assistance or special accommodation to complete an online application, please contact our Human Resources department at 626-544-0533.

• Apply for a position
  Once you have created an account, you may apply for as many positions as you wish. Due to the high volume of applicants we receive, we are unable to respond to phone messages regarding application status. You will be notified ONLY if you are selected for an interview.