Arts Intern For BAI Alumni

Special Internship Opportunity for Summer 2025
Enhance your summer and make an impact with a paid internship in your city's lively arts scene.

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The Arts Intern program for BAI Alumni is an extension of the BAI high school program, administered by Studio Institute, and supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies. It is in partnership with Arts for Learning in Maryland, EdVestors in Boston, Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance, and Sitar Arts Center in Washington, DC.

Did the BAI experience spark a lasting interest in the arts sector? If you’re ready to continue your arts career journey, the internship for BAI Alumni offers a unique opportunity to delve deeper into the field.

BAI Alumni, Take Your Next Creative Step

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REIGNITE YOUR PASSION FOR THE ARTS
BAI alumni about to earn their college degree: Ready to delve deeper into the arts in your cities? We have an exhilarating opportunity waiting for you!

ADVANCE YOUR CREATIVE JOURNEY THAT BEGAN WITH BAI 
The Arts Intern program for alumni is not just a summer internship; it's a springboard into your future in the arts. We’re offering a dynamic, real-world experience beyond the typical intern role. You won't just be working. You'll be contributing, learning, and growing. Dive back into a community that values your ideas and gives you the platform to make a tangible impact.

SHAPE THE FUTURE OF ARTS & CULTURE. FORGE YOUR CAREER.

  • Work on Meaningful Projects
    Engage in work that challenges you and contributes significantly to your host organization.

  • Navigate the Organization
    Gain insider knowledge of cultural institutions and the arts sector that goes beyond the classroom.

  • Network and Learn
    Connect with fellow interns and industry experts. Participate in exclusive sessions and site visits that broaden your perspective and deepen your understanding of the arts community.

  • Contribute to the Arts Community
    Interns invigorate the arts community by bringing fresh perspectives, enhancing creative projects, and supporting cultural engagement.

Don't miss this Bloomberg Philanthropies-sponsored opportunity to continue your professional journey in the arts.

For Nonprofit Arts & Cultural Institutions

Are you interested in hosting a Bloomberg Arts Intern in the summer of 2025?

Program Dates

Vary by city, exact dates TBD:

  • Baltimore: June – Mid-August

  • Boston: June – Mid-August

  • New York City: June – Mid-August

  • Philadelphia: June – Mid-August

  • Washington DC: June – Mid-August

Intern Compensation*

  • Baltimore, Philadelphia: $20/hour

  • Boston, New York City, Washington DC: $22.50/hour

  • Final Stipend: $500 from Studio Institue upon completion of Arts Intern’s educational components

    *Intern compensation based on the MIT Living Wage Calculator. 

 

Eligibility

Who Can Apply?

BAI alumni who participated in the program between 2020–2022; are currently rising juniors or seniors; pursuing a bachelor’s degree; and graduating by fall of 2025. You must reside or attend college in one of the host cities: Baltimore, Boston, New York, Philadelphia or Washington DC.

Required Internship Application Materials:

  • Cover Letter

  • Résumé/CV

  • Transcript (unofficial—no official/sealed transcript required)

  • FAFSA Submission Summary with EFC Amount

Internship Application Deadline
The deadline to submit your application with the required documents is March 15, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. EST.

  1. Studio Institute will contact you by April 1 to confirm acceptance.

  2. We will post internship positions on the Opportunities page in early 2025.

Questions?

Email us: artsinternbai@studioinstitute.org