Arts for Learning’s internship program is designed for each individual student’s needs. A4L staff will review the goals and objectives for the internship and place each student in an internship program that is created for them. The goal of each program is to allow the student to not only develop within their career field, but also learn about arts-in-education and non-profit organizations.
About the Internship Program:
• Work Schedule: flexible; 12-15 weeks
• Minimum of 10 Hours per Week
• Benefits: access to artist workshops, performances, and professional development
• Compensation: unpaid, college credit preferred
• SESSION I: January – April, Submit applications by November 1st.
• SESSION II: May – July, Submit applications by March 1st.
• SESSION III: August – December, Submit applications by June 1st.
All Internship Qualifications:
• Microsoft Suite skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Positive attitude
• Some understanding of the Arts community, Virginia school system, and non-profits (Preferred but not required)
Application Instructions: Email cover letter, resume, and writing samples to our internship coordinator.
Internship Coordinator:
Anna Heywood Green, Chief Executive Officer
420 N. Center Drive, Ste. 239
Norfolk, VA 23502
757-466-7555 ext. 306
ceo@Arts4LearningVA.org
Arts Integration/Education Internship
Learn how teachers and artists partner together to develop, plan, and teach arts integrated lessons. Arts integration is an innovative method of teaching in which students demonstrate their understanding of core curriculum subjects through an art form (like music, dance, theatre, visual art.) Work in an exciting and interactive atmosphere with professional artists and experienced public-school educators. Exposure to our Teaching Artist Training program will give you a once in a lifetime experience.
Learning Experiences Include:
• Work closely with program directors to do logistical programming, set up, registration, and other administrative duties
• Assist artists in the workshops and learn arts integration strategies alongside teachers and artists
• Assist with planning artist-in-residency programs
• Assist with research, planning, and developing professional development programs for educators
• Assist with developing resources for teachers, administers and parents to use in conjunction with arts programs
• Assist with special projects
Requirements and skills:
• Self-starter
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Some experience with art, education, and working with students
• Strong communication skills
• Background check required
Development/Fundraising Internship
This is a semester long internship that will provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to work in the many different departments. As the Development/Fundraising intern, you will be playing an active role in supporting the planning and execution grant writing, research and organization.
Learning Experiences Include:
• Work with the Development/Fundraising Committee, the Board, the Development Director and the staff to develop, plan and implement daily operations
• Data entry and evaluation of fundraising campaigns and donor cultivation
• Assist with record keeping of all donations and donor contact history
• Research and target funding prospects.
• Assist with drafting and editing of proposals and grants
• Assist with the coordination of mission focused tours and donor cultivation events
• Assist with the filing and organization of donor database
• Assist with special projects as needed
• Assist Development Director with development mailings, including the Annual Campaign, corporate/foundation solicitations, etc.
Requirements and skills:
• Attention to detail
• Well organized
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Creative
• Positive attitude
• Problem solving skills
• Strong writing skills
• Experience with Microsoft Suite
• Some understanding of the Arts community, Virginia school system, and non-profits
• Experience with Donor Perfect or other CRM systems are a plus!
• Background check required
Event Planning and Special Events Internship
Learning Experiences Include:
• Assist with development mailings, including the Annual Campaign, corporate/foundation solicitations, etc.
• Work with the Development/Fundraising Committee, the Board, the Development Director, and staff to develop, plan and implement an Annual Fundraiser including donor solicitations, catering, decorating, site management, etc.
• Assist with special projects
• Assist with filing and other administrative tasks related to the Annual Fundraiser
Requirements and skills:
• Can-do attitude
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Positive outlook
• Experience with Microsoft Suite
• Background check required
Marketing and Graphic Design Internship
Learning Experiences Include:
• Work with the PR/Development Coordinator and staff to coordinate (copy, layout, production and mailing) various communication pieces including annual reports, resource guide, newsletters, website maintenance, showcase flyers, postcards, etc.
• Draft and issue press releases as necessary (artist announcements, fundraising events, board elections, corporate sponsors, etc.)
• Update and maintain a media list.
• Update press kit, as needed
• Assist with developing and managing media relationships as well as write and disseminate news releases, media advisories and guest editorials.
• Assist with press conference coordination.
• Participate in relationship building events.
• Social Media Promotions
Requirements and skills:
• Communication, Public Relations, Journalism, or Arts Administration majors/ backgrounds preferred
• Proficient Social Media Navigation
• Attention to detail
• strong interpersonal skills
• Positive attitude
• Design skills and experience with Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign and Photoshop.
• Experience with Microsoft Suite
• Strong writing skills
• Background check required
Programming and Outreach Internship
Learning Experiences Include:
• Work with the Scheduling Team to increase the reach of arts education programming to more students and sites across the state of Virginia.
• Oversee the distribution and collection of teacher and student program evaluations.
• Make site visits and evaluate programs and artists.
• Create and distribute contracts for programs to artists and school contacts.
• Provide on-site support to teachers, artists, and students during programs as needed
• Work with the marketing department to develop targeted marketing materials and mailing lists to increase visibility in underserved areas of the state.
• Assist with planning artist-in-residency programs.
• Collect and analyze data pertinent to programming, student reach, marketing, and development.
• Assist with filing and other administrative tasks.
• Assist with special projects.
Requirements and skills:
• Positive attitude
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Experience with Microsoft Suite
• Some understanding of the arts community, Virginia school systems, and non-profits
• Background check required
