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Applications open May 14th (link will be posted here) and are due June 9th

About The Program:

Summer Interns will establish and expand foundational creative and professional skills, exploring creative industries, institutions, and opportunities. Additionally, interns will explore and support the design, development, and execution of Art Start summer projects, specifically the coordination, curation, installation, and activation of Art Start's Summer Showcase. The exhibition will premiere and activate at Art Start's NYC Studio.

Interns will also develop their creative process portfolio/lookbook, business cards, and resumes; participate in special networking opportunities, and participate in career and culture exploration around NYC.

Interns will also have access to college readiness with Art Start’s Academic Advisor and youth mental health resources and interventions, under guidance of Art Start staff and licensed social workers specializing in teen and young adult education and workforce development.

Ideal intern candidates will bring essential skills to this position such as creative curiosity, excellent communication skills, attention to detail, the ability to work independently and collaboratively on creative projects, cultural humility, and strong interest in arts and individual/communal creative development.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Creatives ages 14-19 years old
  
• Current or graduating high school students
  
• NYC residents or enrolled in a New York City high school
  
• Available to work the internship schedule and attend the events listed below
  

Internship Dates:

• Monday, June 23rd - Thursday, August 6th, 2025

Weekly Schedule:

• Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, 11am-4pm (15hr/wk)

Important Dates:

• Applications open: May 14 - June 9, 2025
  
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  Final Celebration: Thursday, August 6th, 3pm-7pm
  

Questions?

Reach out to For questions, please contact our NYC Program Director, Parker Perez at parker@art-start.org.