Art Programs Intern
(2-3 available per semester)
The Art Programs Intern will have the opportunity to assist ACT’s Program staff with all facets of youth and adult programming: art project planning, heading up one-time events, setting up and cleaning up the studio, assisting the teaching artist, working with students, guiding volunteers and potentially overseeing a weekly art class.
Time
10-25 hours/week (consistent weekly schedule, with some exceptions for special events)
Preferred hours include:
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Generally between the hours of 9am - 5pm Monday through Friday
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Monday or Tuesday evening until 8pm
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Flexibility for pre-planned special events during weeknights and weekends
Skills & Characteristics
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Reliable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
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Passionate about the mission of ACT; the arts/cultural community and offering programs to people with disabilities
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
Duties & Educational Opportunities
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Program assistance and oversight; including prepping materials, heavy lifting, setting up the studio, tear down of materials and studio furniture, project/lesson creation
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Contribute content to social media platforms and ideas for promotional materials to promote events
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Participate in recruitment of volunteers to support events and event preparations
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Office administrative assistance
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Reports to: Program Coordinator or Program Director
To Apply:
"I absolutely loved having the opportunity to be an intern at Artists Creating Together. I was able to form lasting connections with ACT staff, students, teaching artists, and volunteers. Being an intern at ACT not only helped me grow as a professional, but it also helped me grow as a person!"
- Kendra
"I loved working in an inclusive, creative, and developmental environment. In my time at ACT, I was able to meet a variety of people and create relationships within the community through ACT's events and programming."
- Sarah
"I thoroughly enjoyed my time at ACT. I felt privileged to work with such a wonderful team of people working towards such admirable and inclusive goals. My time at ACT has had a huge impact on my life. I feel like I have a clearer idea of what my future may hold since adding these experiences to my memory log."
- Danny
This opportunity is unpaid. Academic credit available.
Community Programs & Events Intern
(2-3 available per semester)
The Community Programs & Events Intern will have the opportunity to assist the Community Arts Coordinator in all aspects of programming and event planning associated with ACT’s Community Programs; planning creative and accessible art activities, working with students and visitors, guiding volunteers, and assisting with set-up and tear-down for events.
Time
10-25 hours/week (consistent weekly schedule, with some exceptions for special events)
Preferred hours include:
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Generally between the hours of 9am - 5pm Monday through Friday
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Monday or Tuesday evening until 8pm
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Flexibility for pre-planned special events during weeknights and weekends
Skills & Characteristics
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Reliable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
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Passionate about the mission of ACT; the arts/cultural community and offering programs to people with disabilities
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
Duties & Educational Opportunities
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Support for small and large community events including ACT Open Studios, programs at partner organizations, events around Grand Rapids, and more
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Opportunities to lead various aspects of programs and events from start to finish and/or support Coordinator in execution
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Program assistance and oversight; prepping materials, project/lesson creation
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Contribute content to social media platforms and ideas for promotional materials to promote events
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Participate in recruitment of volunteers to support events and event preparations
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Office administrative assistance
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Reports to: Community Arts Coordinator
"Working for ACT was a monumental part of my career. Before I even finished university, I was able to get a head start on what it’s like to work for a thriving nonprofit. I gained hands-on experience that felt both valuable and rewarding. Even now that I’ve left ACT, the team has been supportive of me and my career, always willing to offer advice or help me however they can."
- Hannah
To Apply:
This opportunity is unpaid. Academic credit available.
Development & Event Planning Intern
(1-2 available per semester)
The Development & Event Planning Intern will have the opportunity to provide hands-on office & development support and assist in planning and executing ACT’s fundraising events.
Time
10-25 hours/week (consistent weekly schedule, with some exceptions for special events)
Preferred hours include:
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Generally between the hours of 9am - 5pm Monday through Friday
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Monday or Tuesday evening until 8pm
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Flexibility for pre-planned special events during weeknights and weekends
Skills & Characteristics
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Reliable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
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Passionate about the mission of ACT; the arts/cultural community and offering programs to people with disabilities
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
Duties & Educational Opportunities
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Event support for small and large fundraising events (varies by semester) – opportunities to lead various aspects of the events from start to finish and/or support Advancement Director in execution
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Assist with gift entry into donor database
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Contribute content to social media platforms and ideas for promotional materials to promote events
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Participate in recruitment of volunteers to support events and event preparations
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Reports to: Development Director
As ACT is a small non-profit organization, there is an “all hands on deck” mentality and additional duties may arise.
"My internship at ACT provided me with valuable hands-on experience and knowledge about nonprofits, fundraising, organizational administration, and event planning. Being able to exercise some development work and assist in the auction events have helped me thrive and led me in the right direction to approach things in life and pursue my career path after graduation."
- Binh Ha
"I loved helping plan ACT's Auction. I have learned so much about nonprofits, fundraising, and event planning. I enjoy interacting with the volunteers and donors; I love how passionate everyone is about ACT's mission."
- Karley
To Apply:
This opportunity is unpaid. Academic credit available.
Nonprofit Administration Intern
(1-2 available per semester)
The Nonprofit Administration Intern will have the opportunity to support ACT in a variety of areas. This internship is intended to offer a broader educational experience of nonprofit administration, including fund development, financial admin, organizational planning, and art classes.
Time
10-25 hours/week (consistent weekly schedule, with some exceptions for special events)
Preferred hours include:
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Generally between the hours of 9am - 5pm Monday through Friday
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Monday or Tuesday evening until 8pm
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Flexibility for pre-planned special events during weeknights and weekends
Skills & Characteristics
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Reliable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
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Passionate about the mission of ACT; the arts/cultural community and offering programs to people with disabilities
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Experience working with diverse populations; understands importance of communications that reflect both diverse representation and inclusivity
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
Duties & Educational Opportunities-- this position can be tailored to a candidate’s interests within the following:
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Assisting with volunteer recruitment, orientation sessions, and other correspondence
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Database entry support for donations and donor interactions
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Assisting with financial deposit preparation and/or drafting donation receipts
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Assistance with mailings, outreach materials, and social media content creation
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Supporting programs and events as needed
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Reports to: Development Director
To Apply:
"Interning for ACT was a great experience for me. I learned financial processes, data analysis, and administration skills that have been helpful in my jobs since. I also loved helping with the fiber arts and drum circle classes, engaging with diverse groups and coming to understand the importance of meeting the needs of the individual — which is very helpful as a private music teacher!"
-Vincent
"While working with the drummers and choir, I experienced first hand ways of how music can be introduced and taught to people with disabilities, and also how this can be brought to community exposure. While working with staff on large events and administrative work, there were endless possibilities to ask questions, to anyone in the organization and I always felt comfortable doing so. I also really enjoyed the positive office environment."
- Ryan
"My experience at ACT was filled with new relationships, valuable work experiences, and pure joy. I will walk away from my internship with a new set of skills as well as a fresh perspective on life that I gained through interactions with students at ACT. Every day spent at ACT was fulfilling and meaningful. You can see the impact ACT has on the community and I am grateful I could be a part of it."
- Sarah
This opportunity is unpaid. Academic credit available.
Social Media & Marketing Intern
(1-2 available per semester)
The Social Media & Marketing Intern will have the opportunity to support ACT’s social media presence and other community outreach.
Time
10-25 hours/week (consistent weekly schedule, with some exceptions for special events)
Preferred hours include:
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Generally between the hours of 9am - 5pm Monday through Friday
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Monday or Tuesday evening until 8pm
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Flexibility for pre-planned special events during weeknights and weekends
Skills & Characteristics
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Reliable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
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Previous experience with Facebook and Instagram
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Website design and content creation a plus
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Passionate about the mission of ACT; the arts/cultural community and offering programs to people with disabilities
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Experience working with diverse populations; understands importance of communications that reflect both diverse representation and inclusivity
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
Duties & Educational Opportunities
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Management of social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn)
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Website maintenance, improvements, and enhancements
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Graphic design – print and digital materials
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Creating content for newsletters, press releases, website, and social media
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Assisting with programming; one class per week
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Reports to: Program Coordinator or Development Director
"I loved having the opportunity to get involved with ACT through their internship program. Their organization has such a positive impact on the West Michigan community, and being a part of that was very rewarding."
- Laura
"I loved getting to work with people of all backgrounds, ages, and abilities. Through my internship, I was able to learn more about the Grand Rapids community and gain valuable work experience. ACT never felt like work, but like a family!"
- Hannah
"ACT helped expand my creativity and explore my marketing degree in a different perspective than the one taught in a classroom. Being able to interact with people that had different needs broadened my perspective on issues that I had overlooked while obtaining my degree. "
- Angelina
To Apply:
This opportunity is unpaid. Academic credit available.