Want to intern with us?

We're looking for dedicated interns to support our artists with daily tasks and work one-on-one with our lead teaching artist to help facilitate a successful and engaging program.

Right now, we’re specifically seeking interns to join us weekly in our visual arts programs — a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in an inclusive, creative environment.

This is an unpaid opportunity that could lead to stipend & job opportunities in the future.

Outcomes:

• Opportunity for hands on experience in major Pittsburgh artist communities & exhibition spaces

• Experience working with professional Adult Artists with disabilities.

• Networking opportunities from multiple art spaces & partner programs

• Opportunity to work with multiple art mediums including: drawing, painting, printmaking, woodworking, jewelry, weaving, papermaking, mosaic, collage & more!

• We are happy to accommodate the intern’s academic commitments and provides beneficial learning opportunities

internship requirements:

• Assist instructors & Admin team in pre-workshop preparation

• Attend each Summer Workshop program

• Commit to at least 1 extra-curricular event with CCS (photo documentation, events, markets, studio clean up & organization, or exhibit prep)

• FBI & Child Abuse Clearances

• Review Further Learning Documents as shared by CCS

ongoing internship opportunities

• SPRING In-Person Weekly Classes  (Jan - May)

• FALL In-Person Weekly Classes (Sep - Dec)

• SUMMER In-Person Workshops (June - August) 

• Remote Virtual Classes (September - May)

• Monthly Outreach Classes at Libraries (Available All Year)

• Exhibitions, Events, and Fundraisers (Short-term)

Our internships are flexible! We offer a variety of options designed to fit your needs.

upcoming programs

Explore upcoming internship opportunities and find the right program for you. Click the button below to learn more about our current programs.

Create your own internship

Looking to tailor your internship experience? Artist interns are welcome to bring their unique skills into the studio and support artists directly in the classroom. As you grow more comfortable, there may also be opportunities to assist with instruction — depending on your interests and the flow of the program. We’re happy to shape the experience around your strengths and goals.

📩 Have an idea for your internship? Email us at myah@citizenstudios.org — we’d love to hear from you!