Dieu Donné's Fall Internship (Studio and Arts Admin/Archive)
Internship Program:
Founded in 1976, Dieu Donné is a non-profit artist workspace dedicated to the creation, promotion, and preservation of hand papermaking in contemporary art. The organization’s primary programs are devoted to working with mid-career and emerging artists, introducing them to the creative possibilities in hand papermaking and resulting in the creation of innovative work that engages in the dialogue of the greater contemporary art world.
Dieu Donné offers a limited number of internship opportunities for students and artists interested in working with our studio or administration. Interns may apply to work in either or both areas of concentration. Enrollment is done by semester (Fall, Spring, Summer) and full-semester internships are preferred. Internships are unpaid, however participants earn credit toward papermaking classes and studio time at Dieu Donné. University credit is also available through participating institutions.
Art Administration/Gallery (1-2 days per week)
Interns will see how a non-profit artist workspace operates from the inside by working closely with the Program & Communications Manager, Art Auction & Archive Coordinator, and supporting staff. Primary areas of responsibility include communications, promotion, exhibition production, and installation. Duties also include general office maintenance and organization, as well as the development and distribution of related materials. Candidates will assist in the handling, preparation and delivery of artwork, and will interface with the public in a gallery setting. The ideal candidate has a strong interest in contemporary art, excellent writing and research skills, and is well-versed in Mac OS and Adobe Creative Suite software applications.
Studio (2-3 days per week)
Interns will learn the workings of a fully equipped papermaking studio by working closely with our Artistic and Studio staff in a unique collaborative environment. Primary areas of responsibility include the maintenance, organization, and preparation of the studio, machinery, and supplies. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in contemporary art, work well with their hands, have some studio and art handling experience, and be able to work independently on complex studio projects.
General Requirements:
-Up to 3 full days per week (10am–5pm) for a full-semester or equivalent.
-Occasional weekend and evening hours may be required in order to assist with workshops, exhibition openings, and special events. These events are hour for hour studio time.
-Ideal candidates will be highly motivated, able to work independently, detail-oriented, and comfortable within a casual but professional studio and office environment.
-Prior experience with hand papermaking is preferred for studio interns, though not required.
-Prior experience with Mac OS, Microsoft Word and Excel, Adobe Creative Suite, and ArtBase (FileMaker) is preferred for Art Administration/Gallery interns.
Application Instructions:
Please fill out the internship application form on our website at www.dieudonne.org/internship-application-form and email a cover letter, resume, and letter of recommendation to dieudonne@dieudonne.org by July 30, 2019.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.