About our Internship Program
WaterFire Providence’s interns are given an up-close view of the inner workings of a major nonprofit organization dedicated to the ritual of renewal in a city through the magic of art and music, water, and fire. An internship at WaterFire Providence is a very unique experience that allows interns to work side-by-side with staff and members of the community to present an amazing and moving event.
Whether an intern is interested in learning more about the workings of a nonprofit, or about art, theater, music, or community, an internship at WaterFire Providence combines them all.
A WaterFire Providence intern will finish his or her internship with experience in many areas: nonprofit public arts administration, fundraising, event planning, and a better understanding of the intersection between art/culture and community.
Check out the WaterFire Intern Tumblr for a look behind the scenes of day-to-day operations at WaterFire Providence!
Internship Requirements
- The ability to confidently take and follow directions, as well as multitask
- Experience with Google Docs/Sheets, Google Calendar, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Interns are expected to be outgoing on social media and to represent the Internship Program on our blog and on Instagram
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- The ability to work independently and with others
- Access to a car and a valid driver’s license is preferable
- A genuine interest in art, culture, community, and WaterFire’s mission
How to Apply
We accept interns on a rolling basis throughout the year.
All WaterFire Providence internships are hosted at the WaterFire Arts Center, 475 Valley Street, Providence, RI 02908. Full-time and Part-time internships are available during Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer terms. Times vary and are flexible – please inquire for details.
For more information about interning at WaterFire contact Gary Saint Laurent.
All WaterFire Providence internships are unpaid. Internships may be done for academic credit, career exploration, or service learning.
💫Summer ‘24 Intern Spotlight:
Abriella – Arts/Visitor Experience Intern 🖼️
We sat down with our new Summer ‘24 interns to talk about what they are looking forward to and what some of their goals are working at @waterfireprov this summer.
Keep up with their journeys, discover the magic behind the scenes, and stay tuned for more insight on their experience throughout the summer.🔥
To learn more about the internship program, you can visit our website or check out the link in our bio 🔗
💫Summer ‘24 Intern Spotlight:
Abriella – Arts/Visitor Experience Intern 🖼️
We sat down with our new Summer ‘24 interns to talk about what they are looking forward to and what some of their goals are working at @waterfireprov this summer.
Keep up with their journeys, discover the magic behind the scenes, and stay tuned for more insight on their experience throughout the summer.🔥
To learn more about the internship program, you can visit our website or check out the link in our bio 🔗
Hey y’all! My name is Makai, I am a rising senior who will begin his training to be more artistic with RISD this fall. I am looking forward to learning more about Graphic Design and Marketing, as well as just getting to experience Waterfire as a whole.
Hey y’all! My name is Makai, I am a rising senior who will begin his training to be more artistic with RISD this fall. I am looking forward to learning more about Graphic Design and Marketing, as well as just getting to experience Waterfire as a whole.
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Hello! My name is Abriella, and I’m excited to be joining Waterfire Arts Center as an arts/visitor experience intern! I am a rising senior doing duel enrollment with CCRI this fall, and I’m so excited to be surrounded by so many inspiring people and pieces of art. I’m looking forward to being part of the arts center and getting firsthand experience with art shows!
Hello! My name is Abriella, and I’m excited to be joining Waterfire Arts Center as an arts/visitor experience intern! I am a rising senior doing duel enrollment with CCRI this fall, and I’m so excited to be surrounded by so many inspiring people and pieces of art. I’m looking forward to being part of the arts center and getting firsthand experience with art shows!
