Internships
Oakwood Arts internships are tailored to the interests and skills of the individual intern and the needs of the organization during the internship period. Internships range from 5 - 12 hrs/week and are unpaid, but can be done for school credit.
Apply to Oakwood Arts Internships below:
Internships are tailored to the interests and skills of the individual intern and the needs of the organization during the internship period.
Application Requirements
Application + Cover Letter
https://oakwoodarts.org/internship-application
Send cover letter to info@oakwoodarts.org
Please specify what semester or term you plan on interning for
*Internships for Fall 2023 are currently closed however we are accepting applications for Spring 2024 and on.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Main Supervisor: Programs Coordinator
Will also serve as support for: Executive Director, Operations Director, Administrative Assistant + Development Manager
Qualifications
Oakwood Arts is looking for an intern with experience in Photography to assist in the documentation of programs and events.
The ideal candidate is motivated, able to handle multiple kinds of tasks, has a passion for working in a non-profit setting, enjoys working around kids, and has an interest in helping to create opportunities for young creatives.
Photo Intern will:
• Be present and photograph for in-person programs + events
• Produce and edit photography content for social media to promote growth
• Actively engage in brainstorming sessions with staff and other interns
• Collaborate with other interns and Oakwood Arts Staff to understand the organization’s vision through brochures, newsletters, and other forms of communications for distribution
• Assist in maintaining the photo library for Oakwood Arts, organizing and performing metadata and photo archiving functions
• Support in the running of Oakwood Arts photobooths for partner organizations
• Have opportunities to mentor students through our photo-related programs
• Serve as support for OA program staff in the coordination of programming, including arts + technology classes and community programming (Art Kit Program, Photography programs, and/or our Creative Workforce Development program)
NON-PROFIT MANAGEMENT
& General Administrative Support
Main Supervisor: Administrative Assistant + Development Manager
Will also serve as support for: Executive Director, Development Manager, Operations Director
Qualifications
Oakwood Arts is looking for an intern with an interest in Nonprofit Administration, Development and/or Fundraising. This position will work directly with our Operations and Development Team with the day-to-day administrative operations to support the success of the organization.
The ideal candidate is motivated, able to handle multiple kinds of tasks, has a passion for working in a nonprofit setting, and has an interest in helping to create opportunities for young creatives in Richmond.
Non-Profit Management Intern will:
Assist the operations team with day to day maintenance of of the organization
General research and filing tasks as assigned to assist with general operations of the organization.
Research potential funding opportunities, work with Development Team to maintain an updated database of potential funders
Carry out assigned tasks in support of fundraising events and activities, including online events
Attend weekly staff meetings with leadership and staff
Opportunity to make a significant impact on Oakwood Arts’ mission by engaging in research, helping to plan and coordinate virtual events, assisting in day-to-day operations, and other administrative duties.
FILMMAKING
Main Supervisor: Programs Coordinator
Will also serve as support for: Executive Director, Operations Director, Administrative Assistant + Development Manager
Qualifications
Oakwood Arts is looking for an intern with experience in Filmmaking to assist in the documentation of programs and events.
The ideal candidate is motivated, able to handle multiple kinds of tasks, has a passion for working in a non-profit setting, enjoys working around kids, and has an interest in helping to create opportunities for young creatives.
Film Intern will:
• Be present to record video for in-person programs + events
• Produce and edit video content for social media to promote growth
• Actively engage in brainstorming sessions with staff and other interns
• Collaborate with other interns and Oakwood Arts Staff to understand the organization’s vision through brochures, newsletters, and other forms of communications for distribution
• Assist in maintaining the video archive for Oakwood Arts, organizing and performing metadata and video archiving functions
• Provide support for video projects including shooting video and editing.
• Have opportunities to mentor students through our film-related programs
• Serve as support for OA program staff in the coordination of programming, including arts + technology classes and community programming (Art Kit Program, Photography programs, and/or our Creative Workforce Development program)
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Main Supervisor: Programs Coordinator + Development Manager
Will also serve as support for: Executive Director, Operations Director, Administrative Assistant
Qualifications
Oakwood Arts is looking for an intern with experience in Graphic Design to assist in the organization's overall brand, and marketing and social media campaigns.
The ideal candidate is motivated, able to handle multiple kinds of tasks, has a passion for working in a non-profit setting (in a virtual office environment), and has an interest in helping to create opportunities for
young creatives.
Graphic Design Intern will:
Work with Oakwood Arts staff to collaboratively develop concepts and visual designs for traditional campaigns, print materials, event collateral, website, email marketing, digital advertising, social media, etc.
Execute project objectives with creative, visually compelling graphics under tight deadlines
Assist the Oakwood Arts team in crafting compelling stories through graphics, copy, video, animation, illustration, and photography.
Utilize Adobe Programs to assist in the editing and updating of new and existing marketing collateral
Work collaboratively to support day-to-day content deliverables
Be a part of planning out and coordinating social media campaigns for fundraising an programs
Assist with implement strategies to promote awareness of the organization and upcoming programs + events