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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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 Next Deadline: January 30th @ 11:59 PM ET. (Note: After January 30th, another round of applications will be considered, if available)

Deadline: Sunday, Mar 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 ET
• 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 by end of day Monday, March 30th
• Deadline for candidates to accept or reject internship offer Fri. April 3rd 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

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".