Employment at the Holland Area Arts Council
InternshipsChildren’s Art Education Intern Summer 2019Overview:
The Holland Area Arts Council is currently looking for a Children’s Arts Education Intern. The internship runs the course of the student’s semester and can be flexible based on the school’s schedule. Responsibilities: The individual hired will work under the direction of the Artistic Director. He or she will be responsible for assisting in the arts education activities of the Arts Council. Regular work hours will Monday through Friday days and occasional Saturdays, working a total of 15 to 20 hours per week. Other responsibilities include developing, packaging and implementing weekly camps, recruiting and managing helpers when necessary, gathering supplies, collaborating with staff and volunteers, attending meetings, and other duties as assigned, all with the goal of executing high quality arts experiences for Arts Council students. Qualifications: - Works well with others and independently - Ability to take initiative and take direction and input from supervisor - Creative - Good with kids - Energetic and outgoing - Education, arts, or arts education majors preferred - Experience in planning kids crafts a plus - Physical ability to occasionally lift/carry/push/pull items weighing up to 20 pounds Application Submission: To apply, please send us a cover letter, resume, and three brief writing samples related to your area of study. Include information about the college you are currently attending, your major and minor and references to contact. Contact Mary Sundstrom at mary@hollandarts.org or 616-396-3278 with questions about the internship or application process. Community Arts Education Internship Summer 2019Overview:
The Holland Area Arts Council is currently looking for a Community Arts Education Intern. The internship runs the course of the student’s semester and can be flexible based on the school’s schedule. Responsibilities: The individual hired will work under the direction of the Artistic Director. He or she will be responsible for assisting in the arts education activities of the Arts Council, especially those taking place in the community, outside of Arts Council walls. Regular work hours will include Monday and Thursday evenings and occasional Saturdays, working a total of 10 to 15 hours per week. Other responsibilities include developing, packaging and implementing weekly crafts, recruiting and managing helpers when necessary, gathering supplies, collaborating with staff and volunteers, attending meetings, and other duties as assigned, all with the goal of executing high quality arts experiences for community members. Qualifications: - Works well with others and independently - Ability to take initiative and take direction and input from supervisor - Creative - Good with kids - Energetic and outgoing - Education, arts, or arts education majors preferred - Experience in planning kids crafts a plus - Physical ability to occasionally lift/carry/push/pull items weighing up to 20 pounds Application Submission: To apply, please send us a cover letter, resume, and three brief writing samples related to your area of study. Include information about the college you are currently attending, your major and minor and references to contact. Contact Mary Sundstrom at mary@hollandarts.org or 616-396-3278 with questions about the internship or application process. Marketing and Communications Internship Fall 2019Overview:
The Holland Area Arts Council is currently looking for a Marketing and Communications Intern. The internship runs the course of the student’s semester and can be flexible based on the school’s schedule. Responsibilities: The individual hired will work under the direction of the Community Manager. He or she will be responsible for assisting in Marketing and Communications at the Arts Council by maintaining social media accounts, delivering marketing materials, and serving as brand representative. Other responsibilities include general administrative tasks. Regular work hours will be set between Tuesday through Friday, working a total of 10 to 15 hours per week. Qualifications: - Social media guru - Self starter - Energetic and outgoing - Positive attitude - Enthusiastic about art - Team player - Reliable transportation Application Submission: To apply please send your resume and a cover letter. Please make sure the cover letter is demonstrative of your writing style and voice. Include information about the college you are currently attending, your major and minor and references to contact. Contact Kailey Schroeder at helpdesk@hollandarts.org or 616-396-3278 with questions about the internship or application process. |
