NEW ORLEANS (press release) – KID smART is thrilled to announce the launch of an exclusive arts internship program designed specifically for rising high school seniors in New Orleans Public Schools. The inaugural eight-week summer program (June 3 – July 27) will accept 25 students and provide a full-time living wage and cover all work-related expenses.
The internship will consist of three workdays a week, along with program cohort days dedicated to college and career readiness, cultural experiences, and field trips. KID smART will match worksites with interns whose skills and passions match their unique needs and mission.
“This groundbreaking initiative aims to provide invaluable opportunities for personal and professional growth while fostering a deeper connection to the vibrant arts and culture scene of our city,” said Elise Gallinot Goldman, executive director of KID smART. “We will match students with arts and culture worksites based on their individual skills, interests, and aspirations. This program is a perfect mix of supporting students in college and career readiness, supporting our arts and culture sector, and building awareness of culture as a civic resource.”
Founded in 1999, KID smART provides public school students with greater access to arts-rich education. In its 25-year history, KID smART has served more than 63,000 students and 11,000 teachers in schools throughout New Orleans. With the belief that the power of the arts should be available to all New Orleans children, KID smART works within public schools to reach underserved children with the most to gain from an arts-rich, social-emotional education.
The deadline to apply is Monday, April 22. For information and to apply, visit kidsmart.org/arts-internship.
