Internships, Fellowships, and Grants

Peabody students can now participate in career-building internships and earn credit in the process. See the Office of Academic Affairs website for information and then contact us to discuss your interests.

Many arts administration internships in the Baltimore region are posted on the JobsPlus site sponsored by the Greater Baltimore Cultural Alliance. To find internship, grants, and other opportunities throughout the U.S, visit our Job/Opportunity Search page.

Internships with the Baltimore Symphony

Date: Dec. 6, 2012
Location: 1212 Cathedral St., Baltimore, MD 21201
URL: www.bsomusic.org
Duration: Spring semester, 2013

See www.bsomusic.org/main.taf?p=3,8,2 for current listings. Most internships involve 12-20 hours/week of work and can earn academic credit. Some offer a small stipend of $50/week and includ free parking and complimentary BSO tickets.

Arts Administration Internship - Shriver Hall Concert Series

Date: Ongoing
Location: Shriver Hall, Suite 105, 3400 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21218
URL: http://www.shriverconcerts.org/
Hours: Approx. 10-12/week; flexible hours can be arranged
Compensation: Shriver Hall Concert Series tickets; academic credit possible; no monetary compensation

Duties and responsibilities: Assist with general office operations. Conduct research on current and prospective donors and foundations. Prepare acknowledgment letters. Participate in donor event planning. Create invitations for events. Assist in creation of marketing materials. Assist in upgrading databases. Other duties as assigned

Requirements: The ideal candidate will be a current college student or recent graduate of a discipline related to arts administration, classical music, development, marketing, non-profits, or the arts. Strong verbal and organizational skills are required, and computer proficiency is essential. Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to multi-task, willingness to learn, and a great sense of humor are highly valued skills.

To Apply: Submit a resume and cover letter to Ed Meyers, Director of Operations emeyers@shriverconcerts.org. No phone calls, please.

Peabody Institute
Office of Development & Alumni Relations
2012-2013 Internship Projects

Designed for Peabody students, these internships can be arranged as non-credit or for 1-2 credits, depending on each student's preference. To apply for any of these internships, send a cover letter and resume to Erika Juengst in the Office of Development: ejuengst@jhu.edu.

Grantwriting
Goal: Learn about the grant application process and practice writing grant proposals

Work with the primary grant writer in Peabody’s Development Office:
•    Proof read grant applications before submission
•    Understand specific Peabody programs to help write a grant proposal
•    Research to discover new grant possibilities
Requirements: High-level English reading and writing skills

Fundraising
Goal: Learn how to execute a small fundraising campaign
•    Spring Semester (most work done March-May)
    
Work with the Peabody Constituent Engagement office to complete a Graduating Student Fundraising campaign:
•    Create campaign plan
•    Write and send solicitation letters/emails
•    Staff campaign table
•    Plan a celebration event
Requirements: English reading and writing skills; Social media knowledge helpful; Outgoing personality

Development Events
Goal: Learn how to coordinate an important donor event
•    Spring Semester
    
Work with Peabody’s Special Events Coordinator and Constituent Engagement team on Campaign Kickoff Donor Events
•    Help create/proofread invitations
•    Manage RSVP’s
•    Tracking expenses/managing event budget
•    Soliciting vendors for quotes
•    Making staff assignments for “day of”
•    Creating timeline/deadlines
•    Work at the event(s) – Set up, attend event, break down, etc.
Requirements: English reading and writing

Stewardship
Goal: Learn about Peabody’s stewardship (donor appreciation/thank you) and help educate Students/Faculty/Staff
•    Spring Semester (event takes place in March)
    
Work with Peabody’s Constituent Engagement team on 4th annual Today is a Gift event
•    Solicit donor bio and “Why I Give” Quotations
•    Edit copy for posters and hand-out
•    Work with graphic designer on posters
•    Work at the event(s) – Set up, break down, etc.
Requirements: English reading and writing

Alumni Relations Research
Goal: Learn about Peabody’s Alumni where they are performing/working
   
Work with Peabody’s Alumni Relations department to research and track Peabody’s alumni
•    Find Peabody alumni working throughout the world
•    Create a list of venues where alumni perform
•    Update alumni performance calendar
Requirements: Internet searching

Alumni Relations Media Plan
Goal: Learn how different media can be used to connect with patrons
    
Work with Peabody’s Alumni Relations/Constituent Engagement department to create and implement a social and electronic media plan
•    Research similar schools/organizations
•    Research different Peabody department media plans
•    Propose a social media and e-mail plan for Alumni – to include suggested topics, timing, frequency, etc.
•    Begin implementation of plan
Requirements: Internet searching; Social Media knowledge

Alumni Relations Research
Goal: Learn how research in the Archives and create an attractive display
•    Homecoming takes place in April, but research could be done in Fall or Spring semester
    
Work with Peabody’s Alumni Relations/Constituent Engagement department and Peabody’s Archivist to provide archival materials on display at Peabody’s Homecoming
•    Find interesting archival materials for the 40th and 50th reunion year classes
•    Create attractive display
•    Attend Reunion to interact with alumni (not mandatory)
Requirements: Research experience helpful 

Internships - Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation

Application deadline: Open
Location: Baltimore, Maryland
URL: http://midatlanticarts.org/about/internships.html

Internship opportunities are available at the Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation during the fall, spring, and summer semesters.

Interns gain valuable experience in arts administration, grantmaking, marketing and/or development. A stipend is available for summer interns only; fall and spring interns work fewer hours and are not eligible for a stipend. Interns may receive college credit. 

A learning plan is established at the beginning of the internship in mutual cooperation between the intern and supervisor. The intern completes at least one project during the internship and also receives a broad introduction to other functions of the organization. 

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Visit the above linked webpage for detailed information.

Kennedy Center Arts Management Internships

Location: Washington, DC

Spring Internships
Program Dates: January 22 – April 26, 2013 (14 weeks)
Application Deadline: October 24, 2012

Summer Internships
Program Dates: June 3 – August 9, 2013 (10 weeks)
Application Deadline: March 8, 2013

Information: www.kennedy-center.org/education/artsmanagement/internships

Wolf Trap Internships

Location: Vienna, Virginia

Dates:
Summer: 12 weeks, full-time (40-plus hours per week)
Fall and Spring: 12 weeks, part-time (maximum of 24 hours per week)

Note: Duration and hours required may vary per internship.

Description: The Wolf Trap Internship Program is designed to provide meaningful hands-on training and experience in the areas of arts administration, education, and technical theater. Internships offer the practical opportunity to become an integral member of the staff and to work side-by-side with professionals producing, promoting, and administering the full spectrum of the performing arts.

Application Deadlines:
Summer Internships (May-September) – March 1
Fall Internships (September-December) – July 1
Spring Internships (January-April) – November 1

For application and more information: www.wolftrap.org

Email internships@wolftrap.org Call (703) 255-1933 or (800) 404-8461

Internships at the Library of Congress

Location: Washington, DC

Diverse opportunities are available in a wide range of disciplines. Discover opportunities using the search tool on the Library of Congress site: www.loc.gov/hr/employment/index.php?action=cMain.showFellowships

Maryland State Arts Council
Grants & Programs

"MSAC awards grants to arts organizations and artists as well as carries out a variety of programs."

Maryland State Arts Council Grants & Programs

Virginia Commission for the Arts
Grant Programs

VCA operates grant programs that support Virginia-based artists and arts organizations. They also grant a small number of fellowships for artists who reside in Virginia; composers are eligible in selected years.

Virginia Commission for the Arts Grant Programs

 

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