The Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts welcomes applications for our internship program. Interns gain nonprofit arts experience, are exposed to artists from around the world, learn how exhibitions come to fruition, and how artists and curators engage the public. This is an opportunity to work alongside some of today’s most creative professionals.
What does it take to be an intern at the Bemis Center? A passion for contemporary art, self-motivation, attention to detail, ability to work without much supervision, strong written and verbal communication skills, an eagerness to learn, and the proficiencies required for your specific area of interest. All internship positions require varying levels of clerical and/or physical work. Bemis Center internships are unpaid; most universities offer college credit.
Internship Positions:
-Administration & Operations
-Artist-in-Residence Assistant
-Development Program
-Digital Communications
-Exhibitions & Public Programs
-Residency Arts Technician Assistant
-Residency Program Administration
Application Instructions
Send the following materials to linda@bemiscenter.org.
Application — completed application form
Resume — current resume
Statement of Purpose — A short statement explaining why you want to intern at the Bemis Center, what you wish to gain from the experience, and your current career goals.
Your application will be given to the program managers/directors for review and we will contact you via email if you are selected for an interview. Thank you for your interest in an internship at the Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts!
For information: http://www.bemiscenter.org/about_us/internships.html
Summer Internship Applications Due: 5-1-17
Fall Internship Applications Due: 8-28-17