Internships

Internship opportunities are available at Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation during the fall, spring, and summer semesters.

Interns gain valuable experience in arts administration, grantmaking, marketing and/or development. Interns may receive college credit and are reimbursed for travel expenses. A stipend is available for summer interns only. Fall and spring interns work fewer hours and are not eligible for a stipend.

A learning plan is established at the beginning of the internship in mutual cooperation between the intern and supervisor. The intern completes at least one project during the internship, and also receives a broad introduction to other functions of the organization. The intern is considered a staff member for the duration of the internship and attends all staff and board meetings, workshops, etc. as feasible.

A typical internship experience includes developing a thorough understanding of the process of grantmaking to individual artists and/or arts organizations. This includes primary responsibility for, or participation in: editing guidelines and application forms; publicizing opportunities to artists (through traditional and electronic means); involvement in technical assistance workshops for applicants; receiving applications and reviewing for completeness; contacting applicants for supplemental materials; entering data and preparing for panel review; and participating in panel meetings with experts in different artistic disciplines. Interested and qualified interns may also have the opportunity to work with External Affairs staff gaining experience in marketing and fundraising.

Strong applicants will have a demonstrated interest in art and philanthropy, will possess diplomacy skills, and will have the ability to work well with diverse people. A familiarity and comfort with basic computer applications is required, including competence in Word, Excel and Access (or the willingness to be trained) and experience in conducting research utilizing the Internet. Coursework or experience in the field of arts administration is a plus.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. If you are interested in applying for an internship, please send a cover letter stating your interest in and goals for the internship along with a resume and three references. Supplemental materials that may strengthen application are not required, but will be accepted. Eligible candidates will be contacted to schedule a interview.

For more information, or to submit an application, please contact:

Internships
Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation
201 North Charles Street, Suite 401
Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone: 410.539.6656, ext. 101
Fax: 410.837.5517
E-mail: kimberly@midatlanticarts.org