The Greenlining Institute
Company Name
The Greenlining Institute
Address
360 14th Street, 2nd floor
Contact Name
Lisa Hu
Phone Number
5109261812
Email Address
lisah@greenlining.org
Company Website
Job Title
Gallery Intern
Sector
Business/Consulting/Administration & Office Work, Creative Art & Design, Other
Part Time/Full Time/Other
Intern
Is it a student job?
Yes
Wage/Salary
$15/hour
Education Level
High School, Associate Degree, Bachelor’s Degree
Job Description
Position Summary
The Greenlining Institute seeks two part-time paid interns to oversee the smooth operations and maintenance of our gallery space. Interns will serve as a positive representative of the organization in interactions with the public, support logistical and administrative tasks, and conduct research. Interns will typically work 3-5 hours per week. This position reports to our Special Projects Coordinator.
About The Greenlining Institute
Founded in 1993, The Greenlining Institute envisions a nation where communities of color thrive and race is never a barrier to economic opportunity. Because people of color will be the majority of our population by 2044, America will prosper only if communities of color prosper. Greenlining advances economic opportunity and empowerment for people of color through advocacy, community and coalition building, research, and leadership development. Greenlining works to increase the health and wealth of people of color by targeting 5 major sectors of the economy: Financial Services, the Green Economy, Energy, Health, and Technology. We also train young leaders to advocate for equity and justice in their careers through our nationally recognized Leadership Academy programs.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Welcome and orient visitors to the gallery space. Communicate effectively with the public to promote Greenlining’s mission and the work of local artists.
• Ensure that the gallery space is clean, safe, and secure for visitors and tenants.
• Support with logistical and administrative tasks.
• Provide day-of support for art events and programming.
• Conduct research related to the intersection of art and policy.
Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities
• Excellent verbal communication skills, and strong customer service orientation.
• Interest in racial justice, art, events management and/or public policy.
• Committed to championing causes that serve low income and communities of color.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Greenlining is committed to building and maintaining a diverse staff and a welcoming workplace. We encourage women, immigrants, people of color and LGBTQ applicants to apply.
More info: http://greenlining.org/about-greenlining/job-opportunities/gallery-intern/
How to Apply
Please email a) 1-2 paragraphs about yourself and your interest in working with Greenlining, b) resume to lisah@greenlining.org, Subject: Gallery Intern. Positions will be open until filled.
Expiration Date
May 20, 2017