Studio Internship
Summer 2026 Studio Internship
Program runs between May 15th – August 15th, 2026 for 11 Weeks
Application Now Open!
Deadline: March 18th, 2026
Notification: April 21st, 2026
Pyramid Atlantic offers a paid internship opportunity for serious artists aged 18 and older. Interns are a vital part of the Pyramid team, gaining hands-on experience in printmaking, papermaking, and book arts. They work with a variety of communities, from the general public to professional artists, while learning the day-to-day operations of a non-profit art center and gallery.
Schedule:
The duration of the internship is 11 weeks. The work schedule will be 10 am-4 pm on Wednesdays, Thursdays, or Fridays (two times a week). In addition, interns are expected to work on their art at least once a week.
Typical Intern Tasks:
• Maintaining the studios for visiting artists, renters, and outreach events
• Helping in the gallery with exhibition preparation, installation, and de-installation
• Assisting in the production of prints or handmade paper
• Setting up and breaking down evening programs
• Assisting at events (gallery openings, fundraisers, artist talks, etc.)
• Working at the front desk
• Preparing for workshops (setting up studios, prepping materials, coordinating with instructor)
Compensation and Benefits:
• Interns will be paid an honorarium of $2,000, broken up into payments made monthly or bi-weekly as the intern prefers. Note: Housing is not provided.
• Interns may book studio time at no cost to work on their art
• Interns may take one workshop of their choice, paying only for material fees
• Interns will be able to participate in a critique session with the Studio Manager and visiting artists
Qualifications:
Candidates should have a strong interest in printmaking, bookmaking, or papermaking. They should be highly motivated and comfortable working in a studio environment. Preference will be given to candidates residing in the DMV area.
Application Requirements:
• Letter of Intent
• Resume or CV
• 4-5 images of the applicant’s artistic work
• 3 professional references
Upcoming Deadlines:
Spring 2026 Studio Internship
Program Runs February 15–May 1, 2026
Application Deadline: November 2025
Summer 2026 Studio Internship
Program Runs May 15–August 15, 2026
Application Deadline: March 2026
Fall 2026/Winter 2027 Studio Internship
Program Runs October 15, 2026–January 5, 2027
Application Deadline: August 2026
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