Learn. Lead. Create. Make an Impact.

Gain meaningful professional experience while making a difference through the arts!

Artz for the Harp (AFTH) offers exciting internship opportunities for college students interested in arts education, nonprofit management, business, marketing, and community engagement.

Our internship program provides hands-on learning, professional mentorship, and real-world experience within a dynamic nonprofit arts organization.

Paid and college-credit internship opportunities are available!

Inspire Creativity. Empower Students.

Perfect for students pursuing careers in music education, performing arts, elementary education, child development, recreation, or related fields.

Interns gain practical experience supporting arts education and enrichment programs serving children, youth, adults, and seniors.

Responsibilities may include:

• Assisting instructors with music and arts enrichment classes.
• Supporting student engagement, classroom activities, and rehearsals.
• Helping prepare instructional materials, instruments, and learning spaces.
• Assisting with performances, recitals, camps, and community events.
• Supporting youth development and senior enrichment initiatives.
• Learning classroom management and program delivery techniques.

What You'll Gain: Experience in arts education, instructional support, student engagement, program coordination, and community-based learning.

Develop Leadership. Build Business Skills. Create Change.

Ideal for students studying business administration, nonprofit management, marketing, communications, public relations, event management, or related disciplines.

Interns gain firsthand experience with the business and operational side of a growing nonprofit arts organization.

Responsibilities may include:

• Supporting daily administrative and organizational operations.
• Assisting with marketing, social media, and community outreach.
• Helping coordinate special events, fundraising campaigns, and community initiatives.
• Supporting student enrollment, registration, and program communications.
• Assisting with donor engagement, sponsorship research, and development activities.
• Learning about nonprofit leadership, strategic planning, and organizational sustainability.

What You'll Gain: Practical experience in nonprofit operations, business administration, communications, fundraising, event coordination, and community partnerships.

Available Terms: Fall, Spring & Summer

Schedule: Part-time, minimum 15 hours per week

Compensation: Paid and college-credit opportunities available, depending on position and program requirements.

Eligibility:

• Currently enrolled at an accredited college or university.
• No previous professional experience required.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn and contribute in a professional environment.
• Dependability, creativity, and a passion for community impact.
• Background screening required for positions involving direct work with youth.

Students seeking academic credit (1–3 credit hours per semester) must obtain approval from their college or university.

Selected interns receive orientation, training, and guidance throughout their internship experience.

Your Future Starts Here!

Whether your passion is teaching, performing, leading, organizing, or creating, Artz for the Harp offers an opportunity to develop your skills while helping make arts education more accessible.

Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis.

HOW TO APPLY

Email your resume, preferred internship pathway, semester of interest, and a brief introduction to:

lyrika@artzfortheharp.org

Email Subject: AFTH Internship Application – [Preferred Pathway]

Artz for the Harp — Enriching Lives, One String at a Time!