ALL BAI '20, '21, '22 ALUM: SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY

Are you a BAI alum who participated in the program between 2020 and 2022? If you're a college sophomore or junior in the 2024-25 academic year, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

College Students residing or attending college in New Jersey, NYC, or Chicago!

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

• Currently enrolled as a full-time sophomore – or –
• Currently enrolled as a full-time junior – or –
• Currently enrolled as a full-time senior graduating by fall 2025. 
• You must either reside or attend college in the same city as the organization that hosts you. (These boundaries vary in each of Arts Intern's participating cities.)

You must have a Student Aid Index up to $6,250. 

• (This can be found via your FAFSA Submission Summary)
• Here is the link: What You Need To Know About the FAFSA Submission Summary – Federal Student Aid

Reminder: 

• We do not accept any other forms of documentation for a SAI.
• We do not provide relocation assistance.

Materials required for submission: 

• Cover Letter 
• Résumé/CV 
• Transcript 
• FAFSA Submission Summary with SAI Amount
• Work Samples 

PLEASE READ BELOW:

Internship applicants must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate studies program. 

Our program will not accept the following applications from:

• Community College Students
• International Students
• Graduate Students

Information:

• The summer internship program: June 2025 - August 2025
• Interns work 4 days weekly and must attend all enrichment activities every Friday during the program.
• If you are selected to move forward with the application process, an Arts Intern staff member will contact you on next steps.

College Students residing or attending college in Baltimore OR Philadelphia

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

• Currently enrolled as a full-time sophomore – or –
• Currently enrolled as a full-time junior – or –
• Currently enrolled as a full-time senior graduating by fall 2025. 
• You must either reside or attend college in the same city as the organization that hosts you. (These boundaries vary in each of Arts Intern's participating cities.)

You must have a Student Aid Index up to $6,250. 

• (This can be found via your FAFSA Submission Summary)
• Here is the link: What You Need To Know About the FAFSA Submission Summary – Federal Student Aid

Reminder: 

• We do not accept any other forms of documentation for a SAI.
• We do not provide relocation assistance.

Materials required for submission: 

• Cover Letter 
• Résumé/CV 
• Transcript 
• FAFSA Submission Summary with SAI Amount
• Work Samples 

 PLEASE READ BELOW:

Internship applicants must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate studies program. 

Our program will not accept the following applications from:

• Community College Students
• International Students
• Graduate Students

Information:

• The summer internship program: June 2025 - August 2025
• Interns work 4 days weekly and must attend all enrichment activities every Friday during the program.
• If you are selected to move forward with the application process, an Arts Intern staff member will contact you on next steps.

College Students residing or attending college in Boston

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

• Currently enrolled as a full-time sophomore – or –
• Currently enrolled as a full-time junior – or –
• Currently enrolled as a full-time senior graduating by fall 2025. 
• You must either reside or attend college in the same city as the organization that hosts you. (These boundaries vary in each of Arts Intern's participating cities.)

You must have a Student Aid Index up to $6,250. 

• (This can be found via your FAFSA Submission Summary)
• Here is the link: What You Need To Know About the FAFSA Submission Summary – Federal Student Aid

Reminder: 

• We do not accept any other forms of documentation for a SAI.
• We do not provide relocation assistance.

Materials required for submission: 

• Cover Letter 
• Résumé/CV 
• Transcript 
• FAFSA Submission Summary with SAI Amount
• Work Samples 

 PLEASE READ BELOW:

Internship applicants must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate studies program. 

Our program will not accept the following applications from:

• Community College Students
• International Students
• Graduate Students

Information:

• The summer internship program: June 2025 - August 2025
• Interns work 4 days weekly and must attend all enrichment activities every Friday during the program.
• If you are selected to move forward with the application process, an Arts Intern staff member will contact you on next steps.

College Students residing or attending college in CLEVELAND, (Cuyahoga County for the Cleveland area)

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

• Currently enrolled as a full-time sophomore – or –
• Currently enrolled as a full-time junior – or –
• Currently enrolled as a full-time senior graduating by fall 2025. 
• You must either reside or attend college in the same city as the organization that hosts you. (These boundaries vary in each of Arts Intern's participating cities.)

You must have a Student Aid Index up to $6,250. 

• (This can be found via your FAFSA Submission Summary)
• Here is the link: What You Need To Know About the FAFSA Submission Summary – Federal Student Aid

Reminder: 

• We do not accept any other forms of documentation for a SAI.
• We do not provide relocation assistance.

Materials required for submission: 

• Cover Letter 
• Résumé/CV 
• Transcript 
• FAFSA Submission Summary with SAI Amount
• Work Samples 

 PLEASE READ BELOW:

Internship applicants must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate studies program. 

Our program will not accept the following applications from:

• Community College Students
• International Students
• Graduate Students

Information:

• The summer internship program: June 2025 - August 2025
• Interns work 4 days weekly and must attend all enrichment activities every Friday during the program.
• If you are selected to move forward with the application process, an Arts Intern staff member will contact you on next steps.

College Students residing or attending college in Memphis

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

• Currently enrolled as a full-time sophomore – or –
• Currently enrolled as a full-time junior – or –
• Currently enrolled as a full-time senior graduating by fall 2025. 
• You must either reside or attend college in the same city as the organization that hosts you. (These boundaries vary in each of Arts Intern's participating cities.)

You must have a Student Aid Index up to $6,250. 

• (This can be found via your FAFSA Submission Summary)
• Here is the link: What You Need To Know About the FAFSA Submission Summary – Federal Student Aid

Reminder: 

• We do not accept any other forms of documentation for a SAI.
• We do not provide relocation assistance.

Materials required for submission: 

• Cover Letter 
• Résumé/CV 
• Transcript 
• FAFSA Submission Summary with SAI Amount
• Work Samples 

 PLEASE READ BELOW:

Internship applicants must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate studies program. 

Our program will not accept the following applications from:

• Community College Students
• International Students
• Graduate Students

Information:

• The summer internship program: June 2025 - August 2025
• Interns work 4 days weekly and must attend all enrichment activities every Friday during the program.
• If you are selected to move forward with the application process, an Arts Intern staff member will contact you on next steps.

The Arts Intern program for BAI alumni is an extension of the BAI high school program, administered by Studio Institute, supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies, 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 are due March 15th.

PROPOSAL PROCESS

• A foundation or department representative will complete the host application. Upon approval, internships will be listed on studioinstitute.org/opportunities and your foundation employment page.

INTERNSHIP DURATION

• 9 weeks [252 hours, 28 hours per week]

PROGRAM DATES 

• June 2nd – August 1st

HOST APPLICATIONS DUE

• Accepting applications until November 15th. (extended to February 14th)

PROPOSAL PROCESS

• An institution or department representative will complete the host application. Upon approval, internships will be listed on studioinstitute.org/opportunities and your institution’s employment page.

INSTITUTION GRANT

• Includes a grant to cover the wage of an intern(s) awarded at the start of the program plus a small grant per intern for associated administrative costs, awarded upon program completion.

INTERNSHIP DURATION

• Nine weeks [252 hours, 28 hours per week]

PROGRAM DATES 

• New York, NY: June 2nd – August 4th
• Newark, NJ: June 3rd – August 5th
• Chicago, IL: June 4th – August 7th

HOST APPLICATIONS DUE

• Accepting applications (extended to February 14th)

PROPOSAL PROCESS

• An institution or department representative will complete the host application. Upon approval, internships will be listed on studioinstitute.org/opportunities and your institution’s employment page.

INSTITUTION GRANT

• Includes a grant to cover the hourly wage for the intern(s) awarded at the program's start, plus a small grant per intern for associated administrative costs, awarded upon program completion.

INTERNSHIP DURATION

• 9 weeks [252 hours, 28 hours per week]

PROGRAM DATES 

• Boston: June 9th – August 8th
• Philadelphia: June 11th – August 13th
• Baltimore: June 13th - August 15th
• Memphis: June 13th – August 15th

HOST APPLICATIONS DUE

Selection and Notification Phase for Boston, Baltimore, Memphis, Philadelphia 

• Application period "rolling basis until 2/14/2025” 

PROPOSAL PROCESS

• An institution or department representative will complete the host application. Upon approval, internships will be listed on studioinstitute.org/opportunities and your institution’s employment page.

INSTITUTION GRANT

• Includes a grant to cover the hourly wage for the intern(s) awarded at the program's start, plus a small grant per intern for associated administrative costs, awarded upon program completion.

INTERNSHIP DURATION

• 9 weeks [252 hours, 28 hours per week]

PROGRAM DATES 

• Cleveland: June 16th – August 18th  

HOST APPLICATIONS DUE (extended 2/14/2025)

College students and recent college graduates serve as Bloomberg Arts Mentors for teens participating in the Bloomberg Arts Internship (BAI) program. Since 2012, with funding from Bloomberg Philanthropies, BAI teen and college programs in New York City have been administered by Studio Institute.

Mentors support and provide oversight to rising senior high school students participating in the Bloomberg Arts Internship program. Throughout the summer, students will be interning at arts and cultural organizations within New York City, participating in college support and professional development workshops, and attending arts and cultural field trips across the boroughs. Mentor roles include conducting check-ins at interns’ worksites, chaperoning arts engagement visits, contributing to workshops, reviewing interns’ assignments, and documenting program activities. This is an excellent opportunity for students who would like to gain experience in arts and educational program management and guidance for teens as they prepare to transition to college.

Mandatory Dates: The Bloomberg Arts Mentors positions run for approximately ten weeks from June 16 to August 22. Mentors work part time (average of 26 hours/ week) and must be available to work in-person on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and remotely Tuesdays or Thursdays. These days may be subject to change according to the needs of the program. 

Qualifications: Candidates should have a deep interest in the arts, exceptional organizational skills and a desire to mentor teens. Candidates must also have strong writing and editing skills and experience working on virtual platforms, such as Zoom and Google Meets. Applicants should indicate in their cover letter or resume any design, photography, or film experience as well as any experience working with teens. They must be legally allowed to work in the US. In accordance with applicable law, all employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Program Details: There will be four to six postgrad mentor positions available for the summer 2025 program. Throughout the week-long intern orientation and the eight-week program, mentors will be a role model for high school interns by modeling interpersonal communication skills and setting workplace expectations. They will also assist with administrative responsibilities, including, but not limited to, the following:  

· Mentor high school interns working at cultural institutions throughout New York City in the Bloomberg Arts Internship Program, being active listeners to each intern’s respective journey  

· Support high school interns through the college application process, offering guidance on college selection, navigating the Common App, and financing a college education; share your own college journey, and help students understand the life choices that they are making  

· Cultivate arts appreciation through chaperoning students during in-person field trips to museums, outdoor installations, and parks; encourage students to create genuine connections to art and culture through conversations and assigned intern projects

· Provide reminders and timely feedback to interns regarding work assignments, schedules, and responsibilities  

· Collect and process weekly timesheets for high school interns and track interns’ assignments; delegate follow-up between self and undergrad mentor  

· Coordinate visits to interns’ work sites, liaise with partnering organizations, and document interns’ internship work experiences  

· Manage documentation of the Bloomberg Arts Internship Program, setting up flow and folders in Google Drive, taking photos of weekly Studio enrichment sessions, capturing quotes and filing materials in the Drive 

· Oversee and assist with interns’ PowerPoint presentations for a culminating event.  

· Act as the main point of contact with writing instructor on behalf of cohort; assist with essay reviews and edits 

· Coordinate schedules and meet with interns for one-on-one check-ins to address progress and well-being; discuss highlights and challenges of each intern with undergrad mentor; report concerns to Associate Manager 

Program Eligibility: Postgrad candidates must be current seniors (expected graduation date of spring term 2025) or have graduated in 2023 or 2024 from a college or university within the five boroughs of New York City or must be a current permanent resident of the City.  

Financial Aid Requirement: Applicants must demonstrate financial need by submitting a copy of their FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR) and provide the EFC (Estimated Family Contribution) or SAI (Student Aid Index) document.

Compensation: Postgraduates are paid $25.50/hour for their work, including training.

For more information, email bai@studioinst.org.

This summer, high school juniors in New York City can earn $22.50 per hour working up to 33 hours per week at one of Studio Institute’s non-profit arts and cultural partners through the Bloomberg Arts Internship (BAI). BAI provides a paid opportunity to try out 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 essay.

To be selected, you must be: 

• A high school junior during the 2024–25 school year 
• 16 years of age or older by the end of the 2024–25 school year
• Available between 6/30/2025  –8/22/2025 for the entire internship program. The first day of mandatory orientation will begin on Monday, June 30 and continue through Thursday, July 3. Friday, July 4 is a federal holiday and no programming will be scheduled that day.
• Able to provide proof of vaccination (first series of shots, no booster); please note this requirement is due to our partner arts & cultural worksites' Covid-19 vaccination requirements. If you cannot provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination due to religious or medical reason, please email bai@studioinst.org.
• 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 Monday, March 24, 2025, by 5:00 PM. Email bai@studioinst.org for more information.

College students and recent college graduates serve as Bloomberg Arts Mentors for teens participating in the Bloomberg Arts Internship (BAI) program. Since 2012, with funding from Bloomberg Philanthropies, BAI teen and college programs in New York City have been administered by Studio Institute.

Mentors support and provide oversight to rising senior high school students participating in the Bloomberg Arts Internship program. Throughout the summer, students will be interning at arts and cultural organizations within New York City, participating in college support and professional development workshops, and attending arts and cultural field trips across the boroughs. Mentor roles include conducting check-ins at interns’ worksites, chaperoning arts engagement visits, contributing to workshops, reviewing interns’ assignments, and documenting program activities. This is an excellent opportunity for students who would like to gain experience in arts and educational program management and guidance for teens as they prepare to transition to college.

Mandatory Dates: The Bloomberg Arts Mentors positions run for approximately ten weeks from June 16 to August 22. Mentors work part time (average of 26 hours/ week) and must be available to work in-person on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and remotely Tuesdays or Thursdays. These days may be subject to change according to the needs of the program. 

Qualifications: Candidates should have a deep interest in the arts, exceptional organizational skills and a desire to mentor teens. Candidates must also have strong writing and editing skills and experience working on virtual platforms, such as Zoom and Google Meets. Applicants should indicate in their cover letter or resume any design, photography, or film experience as well as any experience working with teens. They must be legally allowed to work in the US. In accordance with applicable law, all employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Program Details: There will be four to six undergrad mentor positions available for the summer 2025 program. Throughout the week-long intern orientation and the eight-week program, mentors will be a role model for high school interns by modeling interpersonal communication skills and setting workplace expectations. They will also assist with administrative responsibilities, including, but not limited to, the following:  

· Mentor high school interns working at cultural institutions throughout New York City in the Bloomberg Arts Internship Program, being active listeners to each intern’s respective journey  

· Support high school interns through the college application process, offering guidance on college selection, navigating the Common App, and financing a college education; share your own college journey, and help students understand the life choices that they are making  

· Cultivate arts appreciation through chaperoning students during in-person field trips to museums, outdoor installations, and parks; encourage students to create genuine connections to art and culture through conversations and assigned intern projects  

· Provide reminders and timely feedback to interns regarding work assignments, schedules, and responsibilities  

· Support the postgrad mentor with review of weekly timesheets for high school interns and track interns’ assignments  

· Visit interns’ work sites to document interns’ internship work experiences  

· Support documentation of the Bloomberg Arts Internship Program, taking photos of weekly Studio enrichment sessions, capturing quotes and filing materials in Google Drive 

· Assist with interns’ PowerPoint presentations for a culminating event  

· Assist writing instructors by proofreading interns’ essays 

· Meet with interns one-on-one to check progress and well-being; discuss highlights and concerns with postgrad mentor 

Program Eligibility: Undergrad candidates must be current sophomores or juniors/rising seniors in a college or university within the five boroughs of New York City, or must be permanent residents of the City. Undergrad applicants must be enrolled full time during the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 academic years. 

Financial Aid Requirement: Applicants must demonstrate financial need by submitting a copy of their FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR) and provide the EFC (Estimated Family Contribution) or SAI (Student Aid Index) document.

Compensation: Undergraduates are paid $24/hour for their work, including training.

For more information, email bai@studioinst.org.