2026 Seasonal Position Application Form

The Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage is seeking candidates for several anticipated temporary salaried and contract positions for the 2026 Smithsonian Folklife Festival, taking place on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.

To apply, please fill out the online application form by October 5, 2025. You must be over sixteen years of age to apply.

At the end of this form, you are required to upload your résumé, and you may attach any supplemental materials. Your application won’t be admitted until you click the “Done” button at the end of this form. If you close the page before completing the form, the form will reset.

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* Your Name

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* Phone

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* Where do you currently reside?
City, state/territory

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* Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

Yes

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* What date are you able to begin work?

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* Have you worked at the Folklife Festival before?

Yes

If yes, when and in what capacity?

2026 Seasonal Position Application Form

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* Your Name

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* Pronouns

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* Phone

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* Email

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* Where do you currently reside?City, state/territory

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* Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

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* What date are you able to begin work?

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* Have you worked at the Folklife Festival before?

* Where do you currently reside?
City, state/territory