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KID SmART
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1920 Clio St.
New Orleans, LA 70113 |
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Lana Mars
504.410.1990
lana@kidsmart.org
http://www.kidsmart.org
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| | KID smART is working towards a new day in public education in New Orleans. Rebounding after Hurricane Katrina, KID smART is working with the arts to engage children in learning. All of our programs are free to the school and children. Working in dance, theater, visual arts, music and circus arts, these programs enhance core curriculum, making learning come alive.
We are a not-for-profit organization. We have had previous internship experience referred from University of New Orleans, Loyola University, and Robertson Scholars.
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| Description: | Internships at KID smART can encompass a variety of activities, focusing on one of the areas listed below or cutting across several of the areas: Program: work as artist assistant in the classroom, after school, or weekend program. Interns could follow an area of study while working with children (psychology, sociology, art etc.) under direction of KID smART staff. Development: assist staff with the writing and compiling of grant applications, work to support fall fundraiser, and assist with year end solicitation (mail). Public Relations: assist organization in receiving coverage for programs, create press kits, and document programs while happening.
This internship is not paid. This internship requires a motor vehicle. Mileage is not reimbursed. Housing is not available.
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| Eligibility: | Interest in working with children; respect for the children with whom we work, willingness to work as a team player, positive attitude, computer capability where applicable, ability to commit to a full semester of interaction with KID smART, commitment to children, program, goals and purpose, and knowledge of an art form is a plus, but not a necessity.
We are looking for graduate students and undergraduate students.
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| Application: | Our internships begin in September and end in December.
When applying for an internship with us, please send a resume, send a cover letter, and come in for an interview.
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