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Worcester Art Museum · 1 day ago

NEA Teen Intern

Worcester, MA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$15.50/hr - $15.50/hr

The Worcester Art Museum is inviting curious, creative teens to join our Learning & Engagement Division as NEA Teen Interns in the Studio Classes Department. This internship is designed for teens aged 14-19 who want to explore a future in the arts or cultural fields while gaining hands-on experience in a creative environment.

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Responsibilities

Collaborate with professionals, ask questions, and explore different parts of arts education work—from education and public programs to creative planning and classroom support

Assist in studios, observe and support teaching, contribute ideas to ongoing projects, and take part in conversations about creative careers and professional pathways

Qualification

Interest in artCuriosityCollaborationEmpathyReliability

Required

Demonstrated interest in art, creativity, or museum experiences. This may include recent art classes, electives, after-school programs, personal creative practice, or other experiences that show an ongoing interest in making, learning, or engaging with art

Curiosity, openness, and willingness to learn. Interns should be eager to explore new ideas, ask questions, and try different kinds of work in a supportive, fast-changing environment. Prior experience is not required

Ability to work respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds and learning styles. This role involves collaborating with peers, staff, faculty, and students of many ages and abilities, and requires empathy, flexibility, and inclusive communication

Reliability and ability to commit to an agreed-upon schedule. Interns should be able to attend regularly, communicate clearly if issues arise, and follow guidance from staff and teaching artists

Company

Worcester Art Museum

Worcester Art Museum exhibits a wide variety of paintings and art collections that connect people, communities and cultures.

Founded in 1896

Worcester, Massachusetts, USA

51-200 employees

https://www.worcesterart.org/

Funding

Current Stage

Growth Stage

Total Funding

unknown

Key Investors

Berkshire Bank Foundation

2023-07-29Grant

Leadership Team

Mark Spuria

Chief Financial Officer

Recent News

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