O’KEEFFE ART AND LEADERSHIP PROGRAM FOR GIRLS AND BOYS
Internship Information & Job OverviewThe O'Keeffe Art and Leadership Program for Girls, founded in 1998, provides adolescent girls, 11-13 years, with opportunities for independent thinking, skill-building, problem solving and the development of their artistic talents. Areas of concentration include topics on identity, creativity and self-esteem. This interactive program seeks to create a support system for girls, utilizing art-making and women artist role models, particularly Georgia O'Keeffe, to promote girls' creative abilities. Training and Program Dates: first week of June to mid-August with an average of 45 hrs per week for 10 weeks.
The O'Keeffe Art and Leadership Program for Boys, modeled after the girls program, was piloted in 2002. Created for adolescent boys, 11-13 years, the program focuses on self discovery and the exploration of creativity through art making, writing, music, and movement exercises that promote resiliency and non-violent behavior. Professional male museum staff, artists and interns lead the program and serve as role models. Training and Program Dates: second week of June to mid-August with an average of 40 hrs week for 8 weeks.
Requirements
Interest and desire to spend a challenging summer in an energetic environment with a staff dedicated to fostering creativity and resiliency in youth. Interns should have experience with age group and interest in the arts and leadership skills. Interns must be responsible and reliable with a flexible work attitude, an ability to "think on your feet" in assisting Program Coordinators, and enjoy working as a team.Some Internship Responsibilities Include:- Attend pre-program staff training including Red Cross First Aid and CPR
- General office work
- Daily maintenance of site and supplies
- Interaction with families and community
- Facilitate games, activities and discussions
- Co-lead art and leadership lessons
- Assist and participate in professional artist workshops
- Co-lead field trips, including overnights
- Prepare for final boys/girls art exhibition/reception
- Complete all evaluations and final exit interviews
Stipend
- Art and Leadership Program for Girls - $2,500 (10 weeks)
- Art and Leadership Program for Boys - $2,000 (8 weeks)
Application Process:
Please send complete applications only.
- Resume
- A personal letter stating reasons for wanting to be an intern at GOKM including goals; what the intern hopes to achieve from the experience; how the internship relates to career plans; what he/she believe they can contribute to the Museum; personal information including interests and abilities
- Specific information including: dates available to work; number of hours per week; if doing this for University credit, supply school requirements and advisor's name.
- Two letters of recommendation- at least one from a college professor. Reference letters should
- Answer the following questions:
- How long has the author known the prospective intern and in what capacity?
- Identify candidate's strengths and weaknesses in regards to the position requested.
- What qualities does the candidate offer the program or department?
- What will the candidate gain from an internship with the Georgia O'Keeffe Museum?
- Would the author have any reservations about employing the applicant?
- References may be emailed to: artandleadership@okeeffemuseum.org
- Copy of college transcripts.
Materials can be sent via mail, email, or fax.
Mail: Georgia O’Keeffe Museum
Education Department
217 Johnson Street
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501
Attention: Art & leadership Program Summer Internship Application
Email:
artandleadership@okeeffemuseum.org
Phone: 505.946.1012
Fax: 505.946.1092
Please Note: The museum does not provide or find housing or transportation for interns. A vehicle is strongly recommended. Download internship application in PDF format >