Teen and Adult Education Programs Internship
INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTION:
The Teen and Adult Education Programs Intern will work closely with the Artist Education Programs Manager to facilitate the ACCESS/PRINT Teen Mentorship Program and assist with printmaking workshops for adult visitors at Highpoint.
INTERN RESPONSIBILITIES:
Day-to-day preparation for teen and adult classes at HP
Instruction and administrative support for the ACCESS/PRINT Teen Mentorship Program
Safe use of the shop, materials, and equipment during classes
Stocking supplies, creating art examples and researching special projects
Helping promote printmaking to young people, schools, and community members
Other projects as needed
About ACCESS/PRINT Teen Mentorship Program: ACCESS/PRINT (A/P) is a fully-funded young artists’ mentorship program for high school students in grades 10–12. Participants will work with professional teaching artists at Highpoint’s printshop to learn printmaking processes, including mono-printing, drypoint intaglio, relief block printing, and screenprinting. Through hands-on learning, peer critique, and supervised work sessions, young artists will develop printmaking skills and gain confidence in their artmaking. The program culminates with a student exhibition in the Highpoint Gallery. This application-based program happens each semester with a new cohort of 4-6 students.
INTERN REQUIREMENTS:
Some printmaking experience is helpful, but dependability, initiative, attention to detail, and the ability to learn are paramount. The most eligible candidates have experience working with youth and an interest in printmaking and/or arts education. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others are also critical.
Internship Duration: September 25, 2023 – May 31, 2024
Work Schedule: The Teen and Adult Education Programs Intern is scheduled for 10-15 scheduled hours per week, Monday through Friday between the hours of 9 a.m. and 7 p.m., and occasional weekends. The adult class schedule differs each week, and the Teen and Adult Education Programs Intern will work with the Artist Education Programs Manager well in advance to ensure adequate coverage. Must be able to commit to the 2023–24 ACCESS/PRINT program dates:
Fall Semester: Sept 27 – Dec 13, Mondays and Wednesdays, 4:30 – 7 pm
Spring Semester: Early Feb – May 8, Mondays and Wednesdays, 4:30 – 7 pm
Student Exhibition: May 17, 5:30 – 8 pm, plus additional planning/installation hours leading up to the opening reception
Compensation: Interns are paid $15/per hour. Studio access is granted free of charge to interns who have demonstrated experience in printmaking. They also receive discounts on Highpoint classes, invitations to Highpoint special member events, and a discounted monthly rate for artist co-op access for the full year after completing their internship.
Note: Interns must have reliable means to travel to and from Highpoint. A car is not required.
For more info: If you have questions or would like to schedule a visit to discuss the internship in more detail, please contact 612.871.1326 or email info@highpointprintmaking.org.
TO APPLY, PLEASE SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING:
Letter of interest: Discuss your prior experience, reasons for applying, and skills that you may bring to this internship (1-page max.)
Resume: Outline your skills, experience, and accomplishments. Include your full name, pronouns, email address, mailing address, and phone number. Also, include relevant work experience and related skills (2-page max.)
List of three references: People who can attest to your professionalism and skill set. Please include your name, title, address, email, and phone.
Applications may be emailed to education@highpointprintmaking.org.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Applications Closed
Note: Highpoint hosts multiple Internships. Please only apply to one position.