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Arts Education Intern, Wexner Center for the Arts

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The Ohio State University

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Education & Teaching
    Creative Arts & Fashion
  • Columbus, +2
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must be 18+, enrolled in college or a recent graduate, with strong communication skills, a passion for art education, and comfort in community studio settings. Flexibility is key!
  • You will prepare art materials, co-lead demos and tours, assist with K-12 programs, and support event management and administrative tasks for artist talks and activities.

Requirements

  • Candidates must be at least 18 years of age. Wex internships are open to:
  • Students currently enrolled in a college or university (graduating seniors, graduate students and international students are welcome),
  • Recent high school or university graduates (1-3 years post-completion) and,
  • Emerging professionals with less than 5 years of experience in the arts and culture or nonprofit fields.
  • Candidates must be available to work 5-10 flexible hours per week (determined between supervisor and intern), supporting studio-based work on some evenings and weekends.
  • This position will engage directly with the public and must maintain a friendly, professional, and inquisitive demeanor and superb customer care and service. Candidates should exhibit curiosity, and empathic and congenial working style, flexibility and the ability to work as part of our team and with the public. Candidates must be comfortable working in community-based studio environments, which may include setting up art studio experiences, guiding participants through arts activities and supporting teaching and learning.
  • Applicants should have a strong interest in art education, inclusion, and diversity, outreach and community engagement, and museum and nonprofit studies. Excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills are necessary. Applicants should also have computer and technology literacy. Graphic design skills are a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

  • Support of community artmaking studios: prepare materials and co-lead art demonstrations and kits, supporting weekly arts studio experiences, and guiding participants through arts activities
  • Support of in-gallery learning: co-leading gallery tours, preparing interpretation materials and supporting K-12 programming
  • Other program-support duties as assigned, including supporting the administration, day-of-event management, and post-event administrative and accessibility needs for publicly presented artist talks, programs and activities

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Arts Education Intern?

The primary responsibilities include supporting community artmaking studios, co-leading gallery tours, preparing interpretation materials, and assisting with program administration and event management.

What is the age requirement for this internship?

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age to apply for the Arts Education Intern position.

What kind of candidates are eligible to apply for this internship?

Eligible candidates include college or university students, recent graduates (within 1-3 years), and emerging professionals with less than 5 years of experience in the arts and culture or nonprofit fields.

How many hours per week is the intern expected to work?

The intern is expected to work 5-10 flexible hours per week, which may include evenings and weekends.

What skills are required for applicants?

Applicants should possess strong organizational, communication, and writing skills, along with computer and technology literacy. Graphic design skills are a plus but not required.

Is this internship paid?

Yes, the internship is paid, with a compensation range of $13.00 - $14.00 per hour based on budget and qualifications. The Wex can also support course credit in lieu of monetary compensation if preferred.

What kind of experience should applicants have?

Applicants should have a strong interest in art education, inclusion, diversity, outreach, community engagement, and museum and nonprofit studies.

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship runs from August 2023 to May 2024, with the possibility of renewal.

How should I apply for the internship?

To apply, you must attach your resume (or CV) and a cover letter explaining your interest in the internship and what you hope to contribute and achieve.

Is there any opportunity for professional development during the internship?

Yes, all interns participate in a center-wide internship cohort with professional development sessions and gatherings provided by the Learning & Public Practice department.

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