Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Art with a Heart
Job overview
The Programming Intern at Art with a Heart supports the organization's out-of-school time programs and in-school sites, contributing to the delivery and development of visual art education for vulnerable communities.
Responsibilities and impact
The intern assists with preparing and packing materials, maintaining supply inventories, developing and testing curriculum, creating project samples, supporting classroom management, and understanding program administration and field operations.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have college-level coursework in visual arts, education, social work, or family studies, along with commitment, integrity, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex environment.
Career development
The internship offers hands-on experience in program development, classroom management, and community engagement, fostering skills relevant to education and social work fields.
Work environment and culture
Art with a Heart values commitment, integrity, cultural sensitivity, and a mission-driven positive attitude, operating in both office and field environments serving diverse populations.
Company information
Art with a Heart is a non-profit dedicated to enhancing lives through visual art, offering thousands of classes annually to vulnerable populations and engaging thousands of volunteers in community service and public art.
Team overview
Interns work directly with staff, volunteers, assistants, and teachers in a collaborative environment focused on community art education.
Job location and travel
Internships take place in the office and in the field, supporting various community sites and programs.
Unique job features
The internship provides unique opportunities to engage in community service projects, public art initiatives, and hands-on program support in a non-profit setting.
Company overview
Art with a Heart is a nonprofit organization based in Baltimore, Maryland, dedicated to providing interactive visual arts programs to underserved children, youth, and adults in schools, community centers, group homes, shelters, and hospitals. The organization generates revenue through grants, donations, program fees, and the sale of community-created art pieces, including public art installations and products made in its social enterprise, HeARTwares. Founded in 2000, Art with a Heart has grown significantly, impacting thousands of participants annually and partnering with local institutions to promote creativity, self-expression, and community engagement. Candidates should be aware of its strong focus on social impact, collaborative projects, and its reputation for fostering inclusivity and empowerment through the arts. The organization values creativity, compassion, and a commitment to community development.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your commitment to Art with a Heart’s mission and your passion for community service through visual arts, emphasizing any relevant coursework in visual arts, education, social work, or family studies.
Focus on showcasing your ability to work effectively with diverse groups, your cultural sensitivity, and your experience or willingness to thrive in environments with multiple priorities, as these qualities are crucial for this internship.
Apply through multiple channels including Art with a Heart’s official website and LinkedIn to maximize your application’s visibility and ensure it reaches the right recruiters.
Connect on LinkedIn with current staff or volunteers involved in the Out of School Time (OST) programs or program management at Art with a Heart; start conversations by complimenting recent community projects they’ve led or asking about their experience working with youth in art programs.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'curriculum development,' 'classroom management,' 'supply inventory,' 'program development,' and 'community service projects' to improve your chances of passing automated screenings.
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