Arts and Culture Internship
Summer 2025 applications are currently open. Apply here.
Department Description: The Arts and Culture Center facilitates cross-cultural understanding by promoting the work of emerging Middle Eastern artists through the MEI Art Gallery and by organizing innovative programming, including panels, art talks, and film screenings to amplify the voices of artists, writers, filmmakers and more from the region. The Center also promotes cultural diplomacy by engaging in cultural collaborations with arts institutions in the Middle East connecting US and Arab cultural leaders.
Internship Description: We seek an intern to assist this busy department with critical programming, marketing, and organizational needs. You will be involved in assisting in preparing for a fall exhibition of contemporary Middle Eastern art, supporting a cultural diplomacy program, and learning about the role and impact of art, artists, and culture on society, policy, and cultural diplomacy.
Key Responsibilities:
- Working with the Center’s team to help conceptualize, plan, and execute programs to amplify MEI’s current exhibition.
- Providing administrative support in preparing for the next exhibition, opening in September 2025.
- Researching top authors to invite to attend a major book fair in the Middle East.
- Assisting in the management and production of a large-scale international cultural diplomacy initiative, including conducting research.
- Assisting in the management of events, including gallery open houses, talks, panels, and screenings.
Educational Objectives:
- Gain practical experience in the running of an art gallery with a focus on event production, research, and organizational skills.
- Develop skills in project management, customer service, and the organization of international initiatives.
- Gain an understanding of the workings of a non-profit organization.
- Learn about Middle Eastern artists, culture, and the role of cultural diplomacy.
Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in a related field or a recent graduate.
- Strong interest in the arts and culture of the Middle East.
- Excellent research, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Benefits:
- Hands-on experience in the arts.
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals.
- Networking opportunities within the industry.
- Potential for academic credit, if applicable.
Note: Please be aware that this is an unpaid internship with no promise or expectation of compensation, express or implied. Furthermore, participation in this internship does not entitle interns to a paid job after the internship.