San Francisco Bay Area Internships in the Arts and Culture. Internships in Environmental Organizations and Nonprofit Groups

Internships and Residencies in the San Francisco Bay Area Art, Theatre and Music Venues

Alternative Theatre Ensemble "We offer an internship program for high school and college students."

Art at the Dump Artist in Residence Program at Norcal Waste Systems

"... The program was initiated in 1990 by the joint efforts of artist Jo Hanson, the City of San Francisco and the company to spur people to conserve natural resources and to instill in children and adults increased appreciation for the environment as well as art. More than 50 Bay Area artists have completed residencies."

"Bay Area artists apply for the very competitive dump residencies. Those selected by a nine-member advisory board are handed the keys to a 2,200-square-foot art studio and given access to San Francisco's garbage and recycling facilities."

" Art from the program is displayed in local schools and in public spaces. Many participating artists also make a permanent piece for the 3-acre sculpture garden on the hillside above the San Francisco Transfer Station..."

Cartoon Art Museum Has several internship opportunites.

Corita Art Center internships. "Corita Kent also known as Sister Corita, gained international fame for her vibrant serigraphs during the 1960s and 1970s. A Sister of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, she ran the Art Department at Immaculate Heart College until 1968 when she left the Order and moved to Boston. Corita’s art reflects her spirituality, her commitment to social justice, her hope for peace and her delight in 'the world that takes place all around us.' "

Crowded Fire "...is committed to supporting artists at all stages of their careers. Our internship program allows artists new to the professional theater world the chance to gain in-depth knowledge of theater operations while working side-by-side with top theater professionals..."

Ford Amphitheatre Internships for Teens and College Students. "... full-time positions offering opportunities to work in the following areas: Operations, Production, Box Office, Marketing and Communications, Fundraising/ Patron Services, and Community Outreach...."

New Conservatory Theatre Center "...NCTC seeks qualified unpaid interns for administrative work, stage crew etc. Please submit letter of interest to:Interns, NCTC, 25 Van Ness Ave., Lower Lobby, San Francisco, CA 94102..."

San Francisco Arts Commission Gallery "...exhibits innovative contemporary art by emerging and mid-career artists from the Bay Area region. Through its dynamic programs, the gallery serves a broad audience of residents and tourist, students and educators, arts professionals and artists...." Has several Internship positions at 3 San Francisco locations.

San Francisco Film Society Internships In addition to ongoing internships, each year's festival offers temporary festival-specific unpaid internship positions "...Internships for students or those interested in Festival experience are available in many departments including Guest Services, Transportation, Print Traffic, Operations and Administration. Interns must be available a minimum of ten hours per week during regular business hours....."

San Francisco Opera Internship "... Founded by Gaetano Merola and incorporated in 1923, San Francisco Opera is now the second largest opera company in North America. Located in the elegant War Memorial Opera House, SF Opera is noted for productions that feature the world’s foremost opera talent, as well as outstanding new artists. To become a part of this exciting world and to gain a “behind-the scenes” look at a large and successful non-profit organization, we encourage you to explore the internship opportunities available at the SF Opera....What better way to advance your career than to experience an internship that not only allows you to challenge yourself at work, but also allows you to be involved with the thrilling world of opera!..."

San Francisco Mime Troupe Internships "...There are a variety of ways to work with the Mime Troupe as an intern. Most Internships are 20 hours per week; some are full-time Sometimes a small stipend is paid. Housing is usually available..."

Woman's Will San Francisco Bay Area's All-Femalel Shakespeare Company has internship opportunity.

Z Space Studio Theater Development Center Has half a dozen internships available.

Internships in the Media

Access San Francisco "... Interns at Access San Francisco are given the opportunity to work with diverse people in a community media environment. While working on productions or assisting with administrative tasks, interns' efforts contribute to the station and channel in real and important ways. At Access San Francisco, interns gain experience in community television production while adding to the quality of the public access experience in San Francisco...."

San Francisco Chronicle "... internship program provides aspiring journalists with a diverse newsroom experience. Internships include reporting, photography, design, news graphics and copy editing positions. Most of our interns have previous newsroom experience with college publications and previous internships with medium-sized metro papers. The number of interns varies each year based on our newsroom budget...."

Internships and Residencies in the San Francisco Bay Area Art, Theatre and Music Venues

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