Overview & Purpose

With direct oversight from the Operations Director, the Summer Administrative Intern will be learning the day-to-day workings of a community arts non-profit during the summer months of the year. This is an opportunity to get insight and experience working on the administrative sides of Programs, Operations and The Shop at GCCA. Delve deeper into how GCCA organizes, manages, and implements events, classes and artist opportunities during one of the busiest times of the year. Summer Admin Interns are expected to work in cooperation with Summer Art Camp Instructors, Summer Art Camp Assistants, and GCCA staff. This is an unpaid internship.

Schedule

June 1st– August 31st, 2025

Federal Holidays Observed

Monday – Friday Open Hours, Some Evening and Weekend Event Hours,Exact schedule to be decided based on Interns availability

Up to 20hrs per week

Primary Responsibilities

• Work with GCCA Education Director, VEM, and Summer Art Camp instructors for Summer Camp needs on the administrative side
• Work with GCCA Operations Director in scheduling volunteer shifts and opportunities
• Work with GCCA Visitor Experience Manager in updating Gift Shop inventory as new round of artists begin consignment
• Model positive behavior and open communication with Summer Camp students
• Work with GCCA Staff in the planning, organizing, and implementation of GCCA Membership Show Opening in August
• Work with Operations Director on various building needs and issues
• Maintain and organize classroom supplies, making sure that supplies are clean and put away in the supply closet after daily camp and classes
• Organize and install Summer Art Camp Exhibition in August with Summer Art Camp Instructors
• Contribute to and maintain GCCA’s blog
• Learn contractual needs, vendor relations, and some accounting in a non-profit setting

Professional Qualities

• Interest in an art related or non-profit career after internship
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, preferred but not required
• Previous experience working with children is helpful but not required
• Some college credit or work experience helpful but not required
• Minimum Junior in High School
• Must have reliable transportation to and from GCCA
• CPR and First Aid Certification a plus
• Ability to create a fun and inclusive atmosphere 
• Ability to promote teamwork and a positive environment
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to create, monitor, and enforce standards of behavior
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Flexibility and the ability to work in a fast-paced, 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 cover letter 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. 

Application Deadline: April 25th, 2025