Internship Opportunity

  Marketing & Events Intern- Annual and Summer

About GCCA

Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2015 by a dedicated group of artists, arts advocates, and community leaders. Located in the historic Brandon Mill in the Village of West Greenville, GCCA’s mission is to enrich the cultural fabric of the community through visual arts promotion, education, and inspiration. It is the only art center of its kind in the Greenville, SC area, specializing in hands-on visual arts instruction. GCCA offers art classes for all ages and skill levels, private artist studios, free high-profile public exhibitions, and innovative outreach programs for underserved children and young emerging artists. Its vision is to build an engine for creativity and community building that crosses boundaries and overcomes barriers.

GCCA has made its mark on the Greenville community and beyond, being named “One of Five Places to Visit in Greenville” by the New York Times.

Position Overview

With direct oversight from the Development Team, the Marketing and Events Intern will be learning the day-to-day workings of a community arts non-profit during either the summer months of the year or from September to May. This is an opportunity to get insight and experience working on the creative and administrative sides of Marketing and Development. Delve deeper into how GCCA organizes, manages, and implements events, fundraising and community relationships. Interns are expected to work in cooperation with GCCA staff, donors, Founders, vendors and visitors . This is an unpaid internship with the potential to work hybrid. 

Schedule

Annual Intern: September 2nd, 2025– May 31st, 2026

Summer Intern: June 1st 2025- August 31st, 2025

Federal Holidays Observed

Tuesday – Friday Open Hours, Some Evening and Weekend event hours, Exact schedule to be decided based on Interns availability

Up to 20hrs per week

Potential to work hybrid

 

Primary Responsibilities

  • Work with Development Team on administrative needs 
  • Work with Development Team in set up, coordination and management of GCCA run events
  • Work with Visitor Experience Manager on social media marketing needs
  • Work with Development Team on graphic design needs following brand guidelines
  • End of Internship presentation during last Staff Meeting

Professional Qualities

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, highly preferred
  • Proficient or some experience with Adobe Photoshop, Canva, or other graphic design software, preferred
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Interest in an art or non-profit related career
  • Some college credit helpful but not required
  • Minimum of high school graduate or GED education level
  • Ability to create a fun and inclusive atmosphere 
  • Ability to promote teamwork and a positive environment with staff
  • Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
  • Flexibility and the ability to work in a dynamic environment
  • A background check will be required before acceptance

 

Perks

  • Practicing Artists will be able to have the opportunity to consign their work in the gift shop throughout their internship
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Scholarship Art School Opportunities
  • Access to GCCA Events

 

How to Apply

Please send a cover letter, graphic design portfolio link or website, and resume to Alicia Mizuno, Operations Director, at alicia@artcentergreenville.org. Please include the name of position and name of applicant in the subject line of your email.

Summer Application Deadline: April 25th, 2025

Annual Application Deadline: June 1st, 2025

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This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related duties required by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” relationship. GCCA is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and pluralistic team.