Artist in ResidenceAt — SUNY-ESF, Adirondack Ecological Center

Opportunity Summary 

The Artist-in-Residence (AIR) creates works of art over the course of their residency that are in alignment with the goal of highlighting the intersection of nature, art and science upon which the Huntington Wildlife Forest was established. The artist will have a responsibility to spend time with members of the public in an informal capacity with open studio hours, while working outside along the trails and more formally while leading art-based workshops at the Adirondack Interpretive Center.

Opportunity Training 

The Artist in Residence (AIR) will work directly with the AEC's education team in order to design, develop and deliver programming.

Additional risk specific to this opportunity 

The job does not present any safety risks beyond those normally anticipated in an educational setting at a nature center. The living arrangements and setting do present additional safety risks associated with a remote, rural setting including but not limited to open bodies of water, wilderness terrain, potential wildlife encounters.

Compensation Details 
TypeFrequencyAmountExplanationShow to students?
Hourly Paybi-weekly$17.00Students also receive free room and board during the residency.Yes
Opportunity Application Instructions 

Students are required to submit an application packet to be considered for the Artist in Residency. https://www.esf.edu/aic/air.php

Program 
Internship
Location Type 
On-site
Location 
United States
Expected Hours 
HoursDuration
40hours per week
Students required to have a personal vehicle 
Yes
Fees students may incur with this opportunity 
No Fees will be incurred by students
This opportunity provides some form of compensation 
Yes
Opportunity Availability 
Ongoing
Tags 
College of Science