Programs Intern At — A Reason To Survive

Opportunity Summary 

We are looking for a Program intern who is able to ensure daily operations run smoothly by supporting youth, educators, and staff as needed. ARTS currently offers four programs: Community ARTS, ARTS4Justice, ARTS On Campus, and ARTS@Work. Interns will be matched to a Teaching Artist and program and report to the program site to assist with duties including material preparation, documentation, and youth engagement. This position will assist in executing day-to-day assistance with discretion to their Teaching Artist’s needs. The person in this position is a flexible and passionate person who communicates professionally and effectively with ARTS’s team members and students to meet the specific goals of ARTS’s various programs.

Opportunity Learning Outcomes 

-Professional growth opportunities such as goal-setting meetings with Teaching Artist and training opportunities -Experience working with youth and facilitating lessons -Opportunities to teach other interns in intern-led huddles or events -Opportunities to learn how to use different machinery/tools and/or art education practices from professionals -Experience participating in community engagement opportunities -Development of professional and personal communication skills

Opportunity Training 

-Orientation (1.5 hours long) -1:1 with Teaching Artists (30 mins to an hour) covering curriculum for the session, how to support during programming, and other trainings as needed/relevant to the program curriculum

Opportunity Application Instructions 

Students will have to complete a 30 minute assessment interview. Once offered the opportunity students will need to complete a LiveScan and TB test, as well as complete a 2 hour Mandated Reporter training for Volunteers. ARTS reimburses up to $100 for the cost of the LiveScan and TB test.

Program 
Internship
Location Type 
On-site
Location 
United States
Expected Hours 
HoursDuration
90hours per academic term
Students required to have a personal vehicle 
Yes
Fees students may incur with this opportunity 
Background Check (e.g., fingerprinting, live scans, driving record)
TB tests
This opportunity provides some form of compensation 
No
Opportunity Availability 
Ongoing
Ongoing
Ongoing
Ongoing
Ongoing
Ongoing
Ongoing
Ongoing
Ongoing