2025 Bloomberg Arts Internship for High School Seniors!
We're excited to announce that the Bloomberg Arts Internship (BAI) program has returned to New Orleans for Summer 2025! Through the program, select public high school students will be connected with a paid internship at a local cultural institution, learning valuable skills that prepare them for success in higher education or any career field they may choose to pursue.
This year, for the first time, program alumni will be eligible to participate in another internship at a cultural organization during college as well, further developing professional skills to prepare them for a career after graduation.
Since 2012, the program has supported over 1,700 internships at more than 250 cultural organizations across seven cities including New Orleans. Visit bloomberg.org to learn more about the Bloomberg Arts Internship and our involvement this year.
This is a rare paid opportunity for high school students in New Orleans to gain valuable work experience and get a head start on their professional journey. We are thrilled to support the vibrant creative industries in our city and look forward to seeing the incredible impact these talented students will make.
Apply to be a 2025 Bloomberg Arts Internship
New Orleans Worksite Partner
Student interns work 3 days/21 hours per week at partner worksites -- with wages paid by KID smART -- and worksites will receive a $2,000 stipend per intern placed with their organization.
Application Timeline:
Wednesday, January 15: Application Open
Wednesday, March 12: Application Closed
Early April: Worksites Selected
Early May: Worksite/Intern Matching
Late May: Worksite Orientation
Monday, June 2: Program Kickoff
Saturday, July 26: Graduation Celebration
Apply to be a 2025 Bloomberg Arts Internship
New Orleans Intern
Interns will work 35 hours per week and are paid $20.27/hour (up to $710/week) for their time -- including orientations, worksite hours, cultural site visits and professional development sessions.
Application Timeline:
Wednesday, January 15: Application Open
Wednesday, March 12: Application Closed
Early April: Interviews
Late April: Interns Selected
Early May: Worksite/Intern Matching
Late May: Intern Orientation
Monday, June 2: Program Kickoff
Saturday, July 26, Graduation Celebration
View the KID smART BAI Archive
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