Background
Waterloo Arts strives to be a creative hub for the presentation and exploration of thought-provoking art and design.
We advocate for a neighborhood where artists live and work and their contribution is regarded as vital to the health of a community. We look forward to a neighborhood where creativity is nurtured in every child and artistic expression is a part of our everyday lives.
The Waterloo Arts building is located in the Waterloo Arts District and features the Waterloo Art Gallery, the (former) Callaloo Cafe, artist studios, and a large community center space for classes, rehearsals and performances.
Details
INTERNS MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR THE DURATION OF THE PROGRAM.
Public Art & Marketing Intern
The internship focuses on supporting a public art initiative in the Waterloo Arts District. The key project involves wrapping existing traffic bollards with artwork created by local artists. This initiative is a collaboration between Better Streets Collinwood and Waterloo Arts.
Project Development:
Gather project details and write a comprehensive project description
Research and analyze costs, including materials and printing, to create a detailed budget.
Create sample artwork to test the application process.
Develop an Open Call document for artist submissions.
Identify strategies for marketing the Open Call effectively.
Present the program to the Better Streets committee and Waterloo Merchants group.
Marketing Support:
Update the organization's website to showcase current programs.
Provide design improvement ideas for the website.
Develop engaging social media posts (for Facebook and Instagram) to promote ongoing and upcoming events, particularly the Waterloo Arts Fest.
Desired Skills:
Proficiency in Google applications (Docs, Sheets, Forms).
Familiarity with Canva for graphic design.
Strong expertise in social media management.
Experience in website design and content management.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Other Duties:
Proficiency in Google applications (Docs, Sheets, Forms).
Familiarity with Canva for graphic design.
Strong expertise in social media management.
Experience in website design and content management.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Overview
Requirements, Skills, and Qualifications
Desired Skills:
Proficiency in Google applications (Docs, Sheets, Forms).
Familiarity with Canva for graphic design.
Strong expertise in social media management.
Experience in website design and content management.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Compensation
$20.00 per hour
INTERNS WILL WORK 28 HOURS PER WEEK AND ATTEND A MANDATORY OFFSITE PROGRAM DAY ONE DAY PER WEEK WITH THEIR COHORT.
Internship Period: June 16 – August 18
Total Weeks: 9 weeks
Work Hours per Week: 28
Total Hours: 252
Workdays: 4 days per week, 8:30 AM–5:30 PM
PROGRAM DAY:
On Fridays, interns will attend an offsite program day with their cohort.
These hours are separate from the internship hours.
Eligibility
To be eligible for Arts Intern 2025, you must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree and:
Currently enrolled as a full-time rising junior (a current sophomore)
– or –Currently enrolled as a full-time junior – or –
Currently enrolled as a full-time senior graduating by fall 2025.
Reside or attend college/university within Cuyahoga County.