Education & Community Engagement Apprentice

The Education & Community Engagement Apprentice works directly with the Education & Community Engagement department staff, teaching artist roster, and City Center school and community partners. Through this program, the apprentice will gain insight into administering arts education programs in New York City schools and communities. They will assist with researching potential partners, coordinating workshops and residencies, and planning for professional development workshops and community nights. Additional responsibilities include assisting with the development of Behind the Curtain Study Guides, analyzing program evaluations, and preparing event materials. The apprentice also assists in communication with schools, communities, and teaching artists, so comfort with phone and email communication is a must.

This apprenticeship is an ideal fit for someone who enjoys collaborative work and is passionate about arts education and access initiatives. They should also be interested in generating creative and responsive educational materials and learning more about building and sustaining partnerships with NYC schools and community organizations.

Administrative Apprenticeships

A nine-month paid program with hands-on learning opportunities for early career arts administrators.

Whether you are an early-career arts professional or beginning a career change, you can build your knowledge and experience in arts administration with an apprenticeship at City Center.

Receive on-the-job training and learn about the daily operations of a nonprofit performing arts center while working alongside experienced arts administrators.

Our program offers you plenty of hands-on learning opportunities in Dance Programming, Development, Education & Community Engagement, and Marketing.

The program runs from September to May and includes paid training. Apprentices are paid $18 per hour for a maximum of 1,000 hours (24–28 hours a week), and receive a monthly travel stipend. Our hours of operation are Monday to Friday from 10am to 6pm. Weekly schedules vary by department. Need-based scholarships are available.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Work directly with a department supervisor and colleagues
• Build a professional network, engage in career planning, and expand their understanding of nonprofit structure under the guidance of a designated mentor from another department
• Attend seminars with City Center staff and artists
• Participate in a three-day paid orientation
• Participate in City Center's staff initiatives, including employee resource groups, workshops, and all-staff meetings
• Attend rehearsals and performances, when possible
• Complete a solo project in their area of focus
• Deliver a final group presentation to City Center staff

Qualifications

• A compelling connection to the program’s mission and purpose
• Current authorization to work in the US
• A willingness to learn
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• The ability to take direction and work both independently and collaboratively
• Comfort with computer work and phone use
• Flexible availability that includes some nights and weekends
• Some previous experience or education in the field for which you apply