Arts Intern College Program

Turn Your Passion into Opportunity: Apply for a paid summer internship at a museum or cultural arts institution!

Through our summer internship program, students can gain valuable experience in the visual and performing arts, as well as in cultural organizations in their cities. Opportunities are available in various departments, including archives, community engagement, curatorial, collections, design, education, marketing, and more. Expand your possibilities for a brighter future with a paid internship that aligns with your interests in the arts.

Summer 2026 Program Dates:

• Cleveland: June 4 - August 4
• Baltimore/ New York City: June 8 – August 7

Intern Compensation:

• Baltimore: $24/hr
• Cleveland: $21/hr
• New York City: $24/hr
• Final Intern Stipend: is based upon completion of Arts Intern educational components, including attendance at Professional Development events and evaluation surveys
• Hours: Interns are required to complete a total of 252 hours, working 28 hours (5 days) per week over a 9-week period.
• Housing stipend is not provided!

Qualifications:

To qualify for the Arts Intern College program, you must meet these requirements:

• Currently enrolled full-time at a college or university.
• 3.0 GPA
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Currently a junior or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree (only).
• Reside in Cleveland or New York for the entire 9-week summer program.
• Available to work from June 1 to August 7 during the 9-week period.
• Have completed the FAFSA for 2025-26 with an EFC/SAI between $0 and $10,000.
• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to adapt quickly within a museum or cultural arts organization.

Please submit your application by Friday, February 27, 2026 at 11:59 PM (est)

Communication:

We expect a high volume of applications this year, so only candidates selected for interviews will receive direct communication about the status of their application.  

We appreciate your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. 

Sincerely, 

Robert Fronta,

Associate Program Manager, Arts Intern College Program

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End of Summer Interview: Insights from Our 2025 Arts Interns

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 Arts Intern Alumni Chat with Kasssandra Gonzalez

Kasssandra talks about their Arts Intern experience at The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts and the Brooklyn Museum.

The Bloomberg Arts Internship: College program is an extension of the BAI high school internship program, administered by Studio in a School Association, and in partnership with: Arts for Learning in Maryland, EdVestors in Boston, Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance, and Sitar Arts Center in Washington, DC.

Host Applications Final Deadline: March 6th @ 11:59 PM ET.

Deadline: Sunday, March 8th @ 11:59 PM ET (Note: Prior name "Studio Arts Internship: College")

This summer 2026, we have an exciting paid opportunity to intern at non-profit arts and cultural partners for the Bloomberg Arts Internship: College program.

To be eligible, you must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree and: 

• Applicants must be currently enrolled full-time as an undergraduate sophomore or junior, or senior with a graduation date no earlier than Fall 2026.
• Studio in a School does not provide relocation assistance. Participants who do not reside in the same city as their host organization will be responsible for their own relocation/housing costs. (Baltimore, Boston, New York City, Philadelphia, or Washington, D.C.)

**Please note: we do not provide relocation assistance.

Materials required for submission: 

• Cover Letter 
• Résumé/CV      
• College/University Transcript

Application Process:

• Eligible applicant submits application via Submittable by Sun, March 8th @ 11:59 PM
• Application reviewed to determine eligibility (note: you may be asked to resubmit materials to be matched with worksites)
• 20 - 30 Minute Zoom Interview with a Studio Team member to review application and provide feedback on materials
• Applicants will be matched to interview against open roles based upon their application materials & Zoom interview results
• Virtual interview(s) with worksites Tues, March 10th - Thurs, March 26th
• Accepted candidates receive internship offer on Monday, March 30th
• Deadline for candidates to accept or reject internship offer Thursday. April 2nd EOD

Additional Information:

• The summer internship program: June 2026 - August 2026.
• Hourly wage by city (Baltimore at $27.87; Boston at $34.49; NYC at $32.39; Philadelphia at $26.10; Washington, DC at $32.82)
• Commuter stipend (up to $150)
• Program completion stipend (up to $1,200), issued upon successful completion of the Friday professional development series

Schedule:

• The summer internship program runs from June 2026 through August 2026. Applicants must be available for in-person work for the full duration of the program.
• Interns report to their host cultural organization 4 days per week on a schedule mutually agreed upon by the intern and worksite. Typical workdays are 7 hours.
• Interns participate in paid professional development activities for a half day each Friday at locations throughout their host city.

Questions? 

Email Alyssa Muñoz (she/her), Bloomberg Arts internship: College Associate Manager, at amunoz@studioinstitute.org to learn more

The Teen Apprenticeship Program (TAP) mentor is a paid position for undergraduate college students with an interest in the arts and art education. The ideal candidate for this program is creative, flexible, interested in learning about art education, comfortable presenting and speaking in front of groups, and committed to serving as a mentor to high school students. They will serve as role models for the high school interns and must maintain high standards of professionalism and personal conduct. 

Mentors will provide guidance and oversight to high school students who are trained to teach art to children in summer camps around the city. Mentors will be responsible for specific aspects of the program and will learn about implementing a highly effective arts education program while assisting with program administration. 

The mentor is a seasonal part-time position reporting to the Associate Manager and supports supervision of a cohort of interns.  

 Program Details 

The Teen Apprenticeship Program (TAP) consists of two parts, during the spring, high school students train as apprentices with a Studio in a School Association Artist Instructor during weekly meetings. Students learn the fundamentals of art making and prepare to lead classes for young learners. Instruction focuses on building art-making skills, writing lesson plans, facilitating group conversations, and practicing teaching.  

In addition, students learn to develop good work habits and understand expectations of the workplace. Upon successful completion of the spring apprenticeship, students qualify for a paid internship teaching visual art to elementary school children in New York City summer camps. 

Primary responsibilities include; 

• Required participation in a 3-day mentor orientation session prior to the start of the summer internship program. 
• Serve as a mentor to a cohort of high school students who are teaching at summer camps throughout New York City in the Teen Apprenticeship Program.   
• Administrative assistance and support for the program, including collection of timesheets and work-related documents for teens. 
• Use of Google Workspace applications to manage various aspects of the program including emails, collections of documents and uploading into a shared drive, managing schedules and data entry in worksheets, and developing and reviewing presentations in google slides. 
• Manage and implement a schedule for visiting campsites in the summer to support TAP interns and provide feedback on their teaching. 
• Photo-documentation of the TAP Program at weekly class sessions as well as at all work sites and timely upload of documentation. 
• Assist in preparation of final reports and documentation of the program for social media. 
• Provide one-on-one support to interns throughout the summer program and for their final summer presentations.
• Provide feedback on performance for select interns for their SYEP evaluations. 
• Assist with managing the tracking for completion of program evaluation surveys for interns.

Applicants must    

• Complete fingerprinting and background check clearances 
• Attend a mandatory orientation June 30 through July 2, commit to a set schedule during the program weeks July 6th – August 14th (exact dates/times will be provided), and contribute to a debrief session to wrap up the program 
• Be a sophomore, junior, or senior in a college/university within the five boroughs of New York City 
• Be enrolled full-time during the 2025-2026 academic year (submit an unofficial transcript) 
• Provide a professional reference as part of the application process 
• Have an interest in mentoring with high school students 
• Be able to travel throughout NYC (Metro card provided)
• Have an interest in arts education for elementary school students 
• Have experience using Google applications and managing emails 
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills 
• Have an interest in developing and using public speaking skills 
• Have strong organizational skills and time management skills  

Personal Qualities and Habits of Work  

• Commitment to the mission of Studio in a School Association and an interest in the arts. 
• Solution oriented in a collaborative work environment with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Ability to work with a diverse group of stakeholders including artists, leadership, and consultants. 
• Ability to provide clear direction and develop efficient teamwork. 
• Be flexible to support programs and events outside of regular work hours. 

Tentative start date: June 29, 2026 (possible paid hours in May/June) Salary: $22.50 per hour Job type: Part-time, seasonal. Up to (25) hours per week. Benefits: N/A The distribution of the hours per week across the following days; Monday/Tuesday travel to campsites, Wednesday at 75 West End Avenue (at 63rd Street), and Thursdays attend schedule field trips as requested, also scheduled time for asynchronous work.  

This summer, high school juniors in New York City can earn $29.45 per hour working up to 33 hours per week at one of Studio’s non-profit arts and cultural partners through the Bloomberg Arts Internship (BAI). BAI provides a paid opportunity to explore arts careers; hone your workplace, communication and public-speaking skills; and sharpen your writing through a program led by Columbia University’s Teachers College that includes guidance for completing your college essays.    

To be selected, you must be: 

• A high school junior during the 2025–26 school year 
• 16 years of age or older by the end of the 2025–26 school year
• Available between 6/29/2026  –8/21/2026 for the entire internship program. The first day of mandatory orientation will begin on Monday, June 29 and continue through Thursday, July 2. There will be no program on Friday, July 3 in observance of the federal holiday that falls on Saturday, July 4..
• Ready to develop college applications and learn about financing your college education
• Committed to intern at an arts and cultural organization to develop workplace skills
• Eager to be immersed in New York City’s exciting arts and cultural scene.

The application deadline is Tuesday, March 10, 2026, by 11:59PM. Email bai@studioinst.org for more information. Use subject line "BAI Summer 2026 Inquiry".