multicultural arts management internship program

Student Information

Intern applications for the 2013 program are due February 18, 2013.
Please read the guidelines before beginning your application.

The program is open to current college students who will have completed at least one year of undergraduate education by the summer the internship begins. Graduating seniors are eligible to apply; applications from college graduates and graduate students will not be accepted.

Overview
Each intern spends 10 weeks at a New York City arts organization, working full time Monday through Friday. In addition, interns attend site visits to all participating arts organizations; an opening orientation breakfast meeting; weekly social gatherings and/or workshops; and a closing ceremony and reception. Interns may complete projects in marketing and communications, development (fundraising), event planning, audience development, community outreach, and more. Participating students come from around the country, and they bring with them a variety of personal and academic backgrounds. Intern host arts organizations represent a range of disciplines, including music, dance, theater, visual arts, museums, and arts services. And last but not least, corporate mentors hold numerous professional occupations but share a common passion for the arts and desire to guide a young person in his/her pursuits.

Interns will have the unique opportunity to:

become a part of New York City's vibrant arts community;
gain hands-on experience in arts management by working on projects that are designed to increase applicable skills, contacts, and future job prospects;
benefit from the experience and skills of seasoned arts administrators and receive one-on-one guidance from a personal business mentor; and
make friends and have fun experiencing the arts and culture of New York City with fellow interns!

Stipend
Each intern receives a $2,500 stipend.

Housing/Transportation
Housing in New York City is not provided, but ABC/NY can assist interns with locating temporary summer housing options. Transportation to/from New York City is not provided, but each intern receives MTA MetroCards for unlimited travel on subways and buses within the city throughout the 10-week internship.

Preference
As this program seeks to promote diversity in the field of arts management, preference will be given to African-American, Asian-American, Latina/o, and Native-American students.

How to Apply
Read the 2013 Intern Guidelines (PDF, 68KB or Word, 133KB), then download and complete the 2013 Intern Application (PDF, 66KB or Word, 185 KB). Applications may be submitted via e-mail, U.S. Mail, or another delivery service and must be received no later than February 18, 2013. Late applications will not be considered. We understand that application materials sent by outside sources (e.g. letters of reference, official transcript) are outside of the applicant's control and may arrive shortly after the deadline.

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Arts Organization Information

Program Dates: Monday, June 3–Friday, August 9, 2013

Arts Host Application Deadline: Monday, February 11, 2013

Do you have a summer project that could use some help from a college intern? The Multicultural Arts Management Internship program brings the talent and enthusiasm of undergraduates—carefully selected and matched with your organization’s needs by the Arts & Business Council of New York—to your staff.

Overview
Each arts organization hosts its intern for 10 weeks. Interns work full time Monday through Friday, including weekly site visits. In addition, interns and host arts supervisors attend a program orientation breakfast (June 3, 2013) and a closing ceremony dinner.

Stipend
Each intern receives a $2,500 stipend. ABC/NY and host arts organizations both contribute to this payment.

Preference
As this program seeks to promote diversity in the field of arts management, preference is given to African-American, Asian-American, Latina/o, and Native-American students.

How to Apply
All NYC nonprofit arts organization are eligible to apply to host an intern. Organizations selected to host an intern must be or must become members of Americans for the Arts. For questions about your membership status, contact us by e-mail or at 212.279.5910, x1124.

Download the 2013 Host Guidelines and Application Form as a Word document (149 KB) or as a PDF (1376 KB). Completed applications may be submitted via e-mail, U.S. Mail, or another delivery service and must arrive no later than February 11, 2013.

Questions?

Check out our program FAQ page or e-mail interns@artsandbusiness-ny.org.