BLOOMBERG Arts Intern college
Special Internship Opportunity for BAI Alumni in 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 Bloomberg Arts Intern (BAI) College program is an extension of the BAI Summer 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.
The internship showed me that there are local options for a career in the arts. There is no need to travel abroad. I just look a bit further and find people making all kinds of art everywhere.
– Bloomberg Arts Intern College Participant
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Now Accepting Applications!
FINAL DEADLINE EXTENSION to submit your application and required documents is Monday, April 7, at 9:00 a.m. EST.
BAI Alumni, Take Your Next Creative Step
Required Internship Application Materials:
Cover Letter
Résumé/CV
Transcript (unofficial—no official/sealed transcript required)
FAFSA Submission Summary with Student Aid Index (SAI) Amount (if applicable)
Next Steps
Studio Institute will contact you by April 1 to confirm eligibility and share available internship opportunities.
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.
Program Dates
Baltimore: June 16 – August 15
Boston: June 9 – August 8
New York City: June 2 – August 1
Philadelphia: June 11 – August 13
Washington DC: June 5 – August 6
Questions?
Email us: artsinternBAI@studioinstitute.org
Eligibility
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible for the BAI College program, you must meet the following eligibility requirements:
Reside or attend college in one of the host cities (Baltimore, Boston, New York, Philadelphia, or Washington DC)
BAI alumni who participated in the program between 2020–2022
Current sophomore or junior* pursuing a bachelor’s degree
*Current college students who will graduate in December 2025 are still eligible.
Background
Did your BAI experience spark a lasting interest in the arts sector? If you’re ready to continue your arts career journey, the Bloomberg Arts Intern College program offers a unique opportunity to delve deeper into the field.
ADVANCE YOUR CREATIVE JOURNEY THAT BEGAN WITH BAI
The Bloomberg Arts Intern College program 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.
Host a BAI College Intern
Are you an arts or cultural organization interested in hosting a BAI College intern in the summer of 2025?
Summer 2024 BAI College Partners
Baltimore: Art with a Heart
Boston: Boston Children’s Chorus, Celebrity Series of Boston, EdVestors, Spoke Art, Inc., WBUR (Boston University)
New York City: Artists for Humanity, The Juilliard School, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Museum of Chinese in America, National Dance Institute, New York Hall of Science, New York Historical Society, Queens Museum, Signature Theatre Company, Tenement Museum, Theatre for a New Audience
Philadelphia: Charles L. Blockson Afro-American Collection - Temple University Libraries, InLiquid, Ministry of Awe, Mural Arts Philadelphia, Tiny WPA, Women’s Coalition for Empowerment
Funded by Bloomberg Philanthropies, the BAI College progrma is a summer arts administration-focused internship in several cities, including Baltimore, Boston, New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. The program combines paid work experience at arts and cultural organizations with comprehensive work readiness and college preparation support.
