Description

The art gallery internship in Florence, Italy is a once in a lifetime opportunity for individuals looking to gain experience managing an art gallery.

Responsibilities include:
* Coordinating opening night events including food, entertainment, and guest book
* Enrollment in Italian language courses (cost is included in program fee)
* Assisting gallery management with daily operations
* Tracking and help schedule upcoming exhibits
* Creating and sending out press releases
* Communicating and coordinating with artist about upcoming events
* Assisting artists and gallery managers on the installation of new exhibits
* Ensuring exhibitions and installations are safe and in good condition by keeping regular hours

Highlights

ELI is excited to announce a one-of-a-kind competitive internship opportunity in Florence, Italy. The intern will manage a gallery at one of Florence's most renown art schools, just minutes away from the Duomo and Baptistery. This is a tremendous opportunity to gain international work experience while networking with the 'Who's Who" in the international art community. Interns become part of a close knit community, gain invaluable experience, and will become well-equipped to own or manage art galleries throughout the world.

Qualifications

* Bachelor of Art Art or Masters of Art degree or in a relevant field (contemporary art, studio art, art criticism, or art history).
* Work experience in art or a gallery environment preferred.
* Knowledge of the Italian language is preferred.

Applications for this program are accepted on a rolling basis and the start date is flexible.

Intern Types

• Art History
• Art/Fine Arts
• Marketing, Ad, PR
• Museum Studies
• Photography

Languages

• Italian

Cost in US$:

USD 500

Program Fees Include:

* Placement at the gallery
* Pre-departure advising
* Student visa information
* Two elective courses
* One Italian language course (required)
* Housing assistance

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Essay
• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Other
• Resume

ELI-Experiential Learning International's Mission Statement

ELI's full name, Experiential Learning International, reflects our philosophy. We believe that the most compelling life lessons come through experience, and that international experiences are among the most profound influences on our sense of self and our view of the world. ELI facilitates flexible international learning programs for independent travelers by partnering with local organizations to give participants the opportunity to experience and contribute to sustainable ongoing local projects throughout the world.

Year Founded

2001