About the role
Youth Education
Interns have the opportunity to gain classroom experience, textile experimentation, lesson planning, insight into running TAC's youth education program. Interns are responsible for aiding the Youth Programs Director and Instructors during class time. Responsibilities include: helping with class prep + breakdown, working on program development and curriculum writing.
1–2 Positions Available
Supervisor: Youth Education Manager
The Basics & Perks of Interning
Throughout the year, Textile Arts Center accepts applications to its Internship Program. We seek motivated individuals who are passionate about textiles, education and eager to learn more about small arts organizations, as well as those who want to share their skill set with TAC while learning on the job.
As part of Textile Arts Center's mission to act as a resource facility for the textile community, the program allows for a mutually beneficial relationship, and a comprehensive way to engage with the community at large. Through specific responsibilities and projects, our interns will enhance their knowledge of textiles and small arts organization through hands-on experience. Interns are compensated through access to classes and equipment in exchange for their contributions to TAC's programs and community.
Fall and Spring Internships are a 4.5 month commitment, unless otherwise discussed. Together we create a schedule for each intern that covers approximately 15-20 hours per week. Some internship positions require very specific hours. Summer internships are a 30/hr per week commitment, for 3 months.
Preference is given to those who are receiving school credit, but class credits are provided for all accepted interns.
Perks Include:
- Association with a small but growing arts organization focused on the textile and fiber community that holds classes, workshops, exhibitions, guest lectures, and screenings while working with esteemed teachers, artists, and designers from the textile industry and art world.
- Access to our open studio facilities (TAC Open Studio rules apply), equipment, and $1100 of class credit
- Collaborative + communicative environment – new ideas are always welcome! Interns are an integral part of the TAC team
- Hands-on opportunity to learn about a small arts organization, as well as specific techniques and skills
Eligibility & Selection Process
Generally, preference is given to students who are able to receive credit for their internship, but we accept applications from anyone with a strong passion for the textile arts and a desire to work with an organization with a model such as TAC's. Applicants must be 18 years of age.
After reviewing applications, we will contact all those who seem like a good fit for specific internships, and we will conduct an interview. If you are unable to make the interview in person, we will schedule a Skype conversation. Interviews will be conducted by specific supervisors. After interviews are complete for those contacted, we will be in touch by via email to let you know about your internship status.
As we base our interview selections on your answers in this application, please be thorough and honest in your answers!
For all internship related inquiries, please email info@textileartscenter.com