Bloomberg Arts Internship
Paid arts internships for rising seniors from Baltimore City schools
Bloomberg Arts Internship
June 15–August 15, 2026
The Bloomberg Arts Internship (BAI) is a paid internship program for up to 70 rising seniors from Baltimore City Public High Schools.
Our program is grounded in values of youth voice, creative expression, inclusion + accessibility, community care, intentional collaboration, and radical love.
This is a full-time, paid summer internship program that includes one week of orientation followed by a seven-week internship.
Through paid placements at arts and cultural organizations, professional development, and community connection, BAI supports students as they gain meaningful workforce experience while preparing for college—within a community grounded in safety, belonging, and equity.
For Students
Info for Students
Application
Download info sheet
For Worksites
Info for Worksites
Application
Download info sheet
For College Mentors
Coming soon! Job Description + Application
For Writing Coaches
Coming soon! Job Description + Application
Info for Students
DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 20 (early bird) · MARCH 4 (final)
The Bloomberg Arts Internship (BAI) is a rigorous, paid, full-time summer internship for rising seniors from Baltimore City Public High Schools, taking place from June 15 to August 15, 2026.
What you’ll gain through BAI
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Meaningful workforce experience
in the field of arts and culture through placements at arts and cultural organizations.
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College prep and support
through professional development and with support from college mentors.
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Connect, create, and catalyze change
in your lives and communities.
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Stronger communication skills
through professional development and with support from writing coaches.
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Connection to the city's vibrant arts culture
through artist panels, studio visits, and trips to arts and cultural organizations.
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A supportive BAI community
grounded in safety, belonging, equity, and creative expression.
Hear all about BAI from alumni
Where past BAI interns have worked
*These are examples of where BAI interns have worked in past summers. Worksites may vary each year.
Info for Worksites
Deadline: FEBRUARY 25
The Bloomberg Arts Internship (BAI) partners with arts and cultural organizations across Baltimore City to provide meaningful, real-world learning experiences for students. Each summer, we work with 20+ organizations to mentor and support rising high school seniors through structured, project-based internships.
What we ask of worksites
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Meaningful work that supports both the intern and the organization, with a balance of creative and administrative tasks
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Guidance from a dedicated staff supervisor
How we support
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Student preparation and orientation
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Professional development, field trips, and culminating events
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Student payroll and program logistics
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Site visits, check-ins, and ongoing support
Arts for Learning manages student payroll and program logistics, so worksites can focus on mentorship and meaningful work. Our goal is to ensure that both interns and worksites feel supported and set up for success. Worksite organizations will be paid a stipend of $1500 per intern to help offset the cost of staff time in supervising and guiding the intern(s).
Who can apply
Arts and cultural organizations connected to Baltimore’s arts ecosystem are encouraged to apply. Organizations do not need to be nonprofits, but must demonstrate a commitment to inclusive, affirming environments for young people. We aim to build a cohort of worksites that reflects the diversity of disciplines, communities, and neighborhoods across the city.
Worksite Lunch & Learn (Virtual)
New to BAI or interested in learning more? Join us for a virtual Worksite Lunch & Learn designed for staff who will be supervising or supporting interns.
Choose the date that works best for you:
Wednesday, February 4 · 12:00-1:30 pm
Monday, February 16 · 12:00-1:30 pm
This virtual session is:
- Required for staff who are new to the program and will be working directly with interns
- Open and strongly encouraged for all worksites
You'll have the chance to:
- Learn what to expect as a BAI worksite
- Connect with other participating organizations
- Get clarity on roles, timelines, and support
“The BAI program was one of the most comprehensive programs for interns that we've seen. Having our interns come in with knowledge of how to use Canva, how to write an email, and overall professional development made it an extremely smooth transition for them on the team.”
—2025 Worksite Supervisor
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