The mission can be simplified into three words – Exhibition, Education, Collaboration all which offer reasons why someone should become a member and support the Chaffee Art Center:Įxhibition – We put on over seven exhibits annually. Having an art center in our community enriches our quality of life and makes our community a more attractive place to live. The Chaffee Art Center has provided Vermonters and guests to our state with opportunities to learn about and experience the visual arts for fifty-eight years, ensuring the distinction of being one of the oldest arts organizations in Vermont. To apply, email an application, resume/biography, and a statement about how you will benefit from an internship at the Chaffee Art Center to or send to 16 South Main Street, Rutland, VT 05701 Applicants must be flexible as our responsibilities are on an as needed basis.
We are looking for self-starters, who are organized, professional, and fun with high energy and enthusiasm.
Requirements: Applicants must have a degree in art or education, or be enrolled full time at a college or university, working towards a degree in fine arts or education applicants working towards a K-12 certification are preferred. Aside from studio school programs, interns may assist with daily classroom responsibilities such as cleaning and organizing the studio, ordering new supplies, and creating marketing materials to promote classes. Possibly teaching a Saturday Kid’s Class when timeslots are available. Studio Schoolĭescription: Responsible for assisting with Chaffee Studio School programming such as after school art programs, homeschool programs, children’s workshops, and adult/teen classes. Applicants must be flexible as our responsibilities are often on an as needed basis. We are looking for self-starters, who are organized, professional, computer savvy with experience in Microsoft Word, Photoshop, Indesign, WordPress, and able to work on their feet for extended periods of time. Requirements: A degree in fine arts, or enrollment at a college or university, working towards a degree in fine arts is preferred.
Interns will be required to help with deconstruction and hanging of artwork, including patching and painting walls, moving furniture, adjusting lights, as well as general office duties such as data entry, cleaning, mass mailings, and word processing. Outreach Volunteers at community & Chaffee eventsįor more information on types of volunteer availability please visit /volunteer/ĭescription: Responsible for assisting staff with the daily activities of the Chaffee Art Center.General Maintenance / Cleaning Assistance.Exhibit Transition & Installation Volunteers.Event Volunteers (including Art in the Park, Receptions & Fundraisers).Most importantly, however, you will have the satisfaction that comes with supporting the Chaffee in its mission to make the visual arts an integral part of our community and region.
Special events, opening receptions and one-time opportunities also available.Īs a Chaffee Art Center volunteer, you will have the opportunity to meet new friends, build professional relationships, or learn a new skill while contributing to a great cause. For “behind-the-scenes” volunteer positions and internships, we ask for a commitment of at least two months of regular involvement. The Chaffee hosts events and programs year-round, many on evenings and weekends. Whatever your skills, interest or time availability, chances are there is a volunteer opportunity just right for you at the Chaffee Art Center.