INTERNSHIPS
FotoFest seeks self-motivated and dedicated individuals considering careers in the arts, arts education, and the nonprofit sector. We offer internship opportunities to gain hands-on experience, a chance to develop relationships with experienced professionals, an opportunity to make international contacts, and a behind-the-scenes look at the FotoFest Biennial 2022 programming.
Internships are open to undergraduate and graduate college students, artists, and individuals interested in the arts, from the U.S. and other countries.
Internship Benefits
- Learn about careers in the arts
- Develop mentor relationships with experienced professionals
- Work on meaningful projects
- Share experiences within a tightly knit group
- Receive a stipend of $500 upon completion of required commitment—120 hours
Internship Requirements
- Application Form – please fill out our application form, see below
- Letter of Intent – a one-page, typed, single-spaced essay telling us about yourself and why you want to be a FotoFest intern
- Resume – work history, other internships, and academic information (i.e. grade level, focus of study, awards, and honors)
- 120 hours of work to receive full credit and stipend
- knowledge of Microsoft Office
- reliable transportation
Available Internships
Because of the nature and size of the organization, interns may be expected to perform duties outside of the following descriptions. However, these descriptions should be considered as regular duties.
FotoFest exhibition interns work as a vital part of the exhibition team. Exhibition interns will work with curators and the exhibition team throughout the exhibition process, which includes learning to handle and care for photographs, logging in and handling exhibition artworks, assisting in the installation process, and observing the day-to-day operations of a non-profit arts organization.
This internship is ideal for individuals who are interested in pursuing a professional career in photography, art history, curatorial studies, arts administration, nonprofit art spaces, commercial galleries, or working artists.
Exhibition interns will work at FotoFest 1–3 days per week, in three five-hour shifts. Internships are a 2–3 month commitment.
Responsibilities
The Exhibition intern will assist the exhibition team in the development and implementation of exhibitions and associated programming.
Duties include:
- Handling incoming and outgoing artworks
- Assisting in exhibition layout and installation
- Coordinating and designing exhibition text materials.
- Assisting with events and receptions
- Coordinating material for exhibition pages on FotoFest Website
- Equipment Inventory
- Database Management
Requirements
Currently enrolled in a 2–4 year college or recent graduate. Good writing, communication, and organizational skills. A patient, self-motivated, and detail-oriented individual. A positive attitude and enthusiasm for the arts. Interns must live in or relocate to Houston or the surrounding area. Reliable transportation is required.
Additional Information
- Hours: Part-Time
- Compensation: $1000 Stipend per 120 hrs
- College Credit Required: no
- # of Positions Available: 2-3
- Intern Start Date: Winter 2024
- Duration: 8-10 weeks
- Available Year Round: yes
- Dates Flexible: Yes
- Application Deadline: Until filled
Apply
Scroll down to complete the internship application form with your letter of intent and resume. Questions? Email Chris Wicker at chrisw@fotofest.org.
The Fine Print Auction, FotoFest’s largest fundraising event, takes place on Thursday, March 21, 2024. The Auction features prints from contemporary U.S. and international artists.
Applicants should:
- Be interested in event coordination
- Possess excellent organizational and people skills
- Be able to carefully handle framed prints
- Be loud to attract the auctioneer's attention toward bidders
Apply
Scroll down to complete the internship application form with your letter of intent and resume. Questions? Email Tristan Smith at tristan@fotofest.org.
The International Meeting Place Portfolio Review for Artists is the oldest, largest, and most international event of its kind in the USA. Interns working with the Meeting Place will get a very good sense of the extensive organization, planning, and administration that goes into bringing together hundreds of photographers and photography experts from all over the world.
This internship may involve interacting with many individuals in quick succession. The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and with a positive outward attitude is a must. If you take pride in your organizational skills and ability to multi-task, this position is for you.
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Scroll down to complete the internship application form with your letter of intent and resume. Questions? Email Sarah Ansell at sarah@fotofest.org.
The FotoFest Learning Program’s year-round school and community learning program, Literacy Through Photography (LTP), uses photography to stimulate visual literacy, comprehension, writing, and analytical thinking, promoting creative self-expression among students of a range of ages and abilities.
The LTP Intern will assist with the production of Biennial-related educational programming, collating metrics from the school year, and with various preparations for FotoFinish, the end-of-year exhibition of photographic and written works of over 1000 student participants from LTP residencies over the school year.
The LTP internship is a comprehensive look into nonprofit education. Our goal is that interns complete the semester with a well-rounded skill set that will enable them to tackle a diverse set of projects.
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Scroll down to complete the internship application form with your letter of intent and resume. Questions? Email Chelsea Jones at ltp@fotofest.org.
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Scroll down to complete the internship application form with your letter of intent and resume. Questions? Contact Marianne Stavenhagen at info@fotofest.org.
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