Responsibilities

Interns are placed at various nonprofit arts organizations to learn the business of the arts. Each intern spends ten weeks at a New York City arts organization, working Monday through Friday, full time. 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. Each year, the Arts & Business Council of New York matches select undergraduate students with New York City arts organizations who need their help and with corporate mentors who can guide their personal and professional growth. 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 corporate mentor • Make friends and have fun experiencing the arts and culture of New York City with fellow interns! Additional information and application procedures are available at www.artsandbusiness-ny.org/sc/internship Applications must include the application form and required attachments as listed at www.artsandbusiness-ny.org/sc/internship. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.