Overview & Purpose
With direct oversight from the Operations Director, the Administrative Intern will be learning the day-to-day workings of a community arts non-profit during the months of September through May of a general school year schedule. This is an opportunity to get insight and experience working on the administrative sides of each area within GCCA. Delve deeper into how GCCA organizes, manages, and implements events, classes, fundraising and artist opportunities through the course of a year. Administrative Interns are expected to work in cooperation with GCCA staff, Board Members, Students, Instructors and Volunteers. This is an unpaid internship.
Schedule
September 2nd, 2025– May 31st, 2026
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
Primary Responsibilities
Work with GCCA Operations Director in scheduling volunteer shifts and opportunities throughout the internship
Work with GCCA Visitor Experience Manager in updating Gift Shop inventory as new round of artists begin consignment in November
Model positive behavior and open communication with GCCA Staff, Volunteers, Studio Artists, Instructors, and Visitors
Work with GCCA Staff in the planning, organizing, set up and implementation of various events and fundraisers throughout the year
Work with Operations Director on various building needs and issues throughout internship
Contribute to and maintain GCCA’s blog
Maintain and organize classroom supplies as needed
Help with the set up and organization of updated Google Drive files
Help with planning and set up of Art School Gallery
Shadow all GCCA Staff to learn their daily tasks
Learn contractual agreements, 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
Some college credit or work experience helpful but not required
Minimum of Junior in high school
CPR and First Aid Certification a plus but not required
Ability to create a fun and inclusive atmosphere
Ability to promote teamwork and a positive environment with staff
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 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 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: June 1st, 2025
