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.
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.
Program Details & How to Apply
Full details are available in the Student Info Sheet.
To apply, students must:
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Be enrolled in a Baltimore City public high school
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Successfully complete their junior year (2025–26)
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Be 16 years old or older as of June 15, 2026
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Be able to work legally in the United States
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Have an interest in or passion for the arts
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Commit to full-time participation for the full program
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Be excited to bring your authentic, creative self to the BAI community
That’s it. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply!
The Bloomberg Arts Internship is a full-time, paid summer program. Each week includes: 3 days at your internship worksite, working day-to-day at an arts or cultural organization, and 2 days that focus on professional development, college prep, writing support, and arts experiences. The program includes three core parts:
Orientation
- 1 week
- Prepares you for your internship and the summer ahead
Internship Placement
- 7 weeks, 3 days per week at your worksite
- Placements may be in person or hybrid
Professional Development
- 2 days each week
- College prep, career skills, writing support, field trips, and arts experiences
Full schedules vary by cohort. Detailed calendars are available in the Info Sheet.
New for 2026! BAI will run with two cohorts of 35 interns. Both cohorts participate in the same full program, but some dates are scheduled differently. Here's what that means:
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Cohort A and Cohort B never overlap
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Orientation, mixers, some professional development days, and events happen on different dates by cohort
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All interns begin their 7-week internship on June 29 and participate through August 15
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You’ll be assigned to a cohort after acceptance, and we’ll clearly share which dates apply to you.
A full, detailed schedule by cohort is available in the Student Info Sheet.
Interns will receive an hourly wage of $21.15 for up to 298 hours (up to $6302.00 pre-tax), which includes asynchronous pre-training before the program, orientation week, and the 7-week internship.
1. Apply
Early Bird Application Deadline
Friday, February 20
Apply early to receive follow-up if anything is missing from your application.
Final Application Deadline
Wednesday, March 4
Applications must be complete at submission. No follow-up will be provided.
2. Interview & Acceptance
Virtual Group Interviews
Late March–April (by invitation)
A full list of virtual interview dates is available in the Student Info Sheet.
Notification of Acceptance
Friday, April 17
3. Orientation & Program Dates
Orientation & Program Dates
June 15–August 15, 2026
(Interns are off Friday, July 3.)
BAI runs as a full-time summer program. Interns are divided into two cohorts, with some orientation days, weekly worksite days, professional development days, and events scheduled on different dates by cohort.
A full, detailed schedule by cohort is available in the Student Info Sheet.
Apply online
Complete the application and submit all required materials.
- You don’t have to finish in one sitting—you can save and return anytime.
- We recommend applying on a computer, not a phone.
- You’ll be asked to share contact info for two adults who know you well (at least one must submit a letter of support).
- Consider printing out this checklist to keep by your side as you move through the application.
Get support
Want support with your application? Join us at an In-person Drop-In Application Party. We will have snacks and pizza, and BAI Ambassadors (alumni of the program) will be there to support you in completing your application!
Location:
Arts for Learning Maryland
21 E. North Avenue, 1st floor
Baltimore, MD 21202
Dates:
Tuesday, February 17 · 4:00-7:00 pm
Monday, March 2 · 4:00-7:00 pm
Want to learn more about the program? Students and family members are invited to join BAI alumni for a virtual info session. Alumni will share their experiences, walk through what the program is really like, and answer your questions.
Date:
Wednesday, February 11 · 6:00-7:00 pm
Location:
Virtual (on Zoom)
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.
“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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