Volunteers play an integral role in our mission of creating a dynamic relationship between the arts and the Burlington community. We hope that volunteers are able to increase their own skills and knowledge through trainings and events and we welcome volunteers who have an interest in the arts, regardless of their experience level.
The Benefits of Volunteering with BCA
As a welcome addition to the BCA community, we encourage volunteers to attend events, take classes, and enjoy recognition of their efforts by BCA staff. Volunteers who have been active within the last six months receive 15% off BCA classes and workshops. Volunteers receive a free class for every 30 hours of volunteer work with BCA. In addition, Special Event Volunteers often receive free t-shirts, food, and entry to ticketed events. Studio volunteers receive free access to the studio in which they are volunteering.
How to Apply for a Volunteer or Internship Opportunity
If you are interested in volunteering or interning with Burlington City Arts, please direct inquiries and applications to the supervisor of the position for which you are applying. All volunteers and interns must submit a Volunteer and Intern Application Form to the acting supervisor by email or mail. You can download the application at the bottom of this page.
If you are interested in applying for multiple internships, please submit an internship application to the supervisor of each position.
TO MAIL AN APPLICATION:
Send to:
Name of Supervisor
Burlington City Arts
135 Church St
Burlington VT 05401
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Art from the Heart - NOW SEEKING VOLUNTEERS
Do you have a morning a week to give? Love Art? Then Art from the Heart needs you! Art from the Heart is a program that provides children at the hospital with the means to create art. Our goal with this program is to facilitate self-expression with recovering children. We're looking for volunteers who have compassion, creativity, and love working with children. Artistic interest is important, but experience is not necessary. There is a six month minimum commitment.
For more information, please contact Rebecca Schwarz, Coordinator of Art from the Heart
802-865-9163; rschwarz@ci.burlington.vt.us or visit www.fletcherallen.org/community_resources/volunteers/the_process/ to apply.
BCA Education - NOW SEEKING SPRING 2012 VOLUNTEERS
Volunteer opportunities vary throughout the year in the BCA Education Program. They range from education internships to teaching assistant positions for our classes and summer camps.
Supervisor: Melissa Steady, (802)-865-7524; msteady@ci.burlington.vt.us
Burlington City Arts Main Desk - NOW SEEKING SPRING 2012 VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers work to gain a deeper understanding of BCA while acting as representative to public.They will work closely with BCA staff to ensure completion of daily activities.
Supervisor: Melinda Johns, (802)-865-7166; mjohns@ci.burlington.vt.us
Clay Studio: Program Assistant - NOW SEEKING SPRING 2012 VOLUNTEERS
Interns and volunteers will support clay studio programming as class/teaching assistants, administrative support, studio maintenance, and outreach support. Previous clay experience is helpful but not required.
Supervisor: Kiersten Williams, Studio Education Coordinator, (802)-860-7474; kwilliams@ci.burlington.vt.us
Clay Studio: Studio Monitors and Assistants - - NOW SEEKING SPRING 2012 VOLUNTEERS
The Clay Studio seeks those interested in volunteering four hours each week assisting in studio operations in exchange for access to space, use of facilities, discounted materials, sale opportunities and print or clay class. Previous clay experience is required.
Supervisor: Kiersten Williams, Studio Education Coordinator, (802)-860-7474; kwilliams@ci.burlington.vt.us
Event Assistant: Event assistants aid clients and vendors in planning and executing private events, help host private events, protect the building and collections during events, help market the Firehouse Center as a go-to destination for event rentals, and staff internal events.
Supervisor: Courtney Lynch, Gallery Coordinator, (802)-865-7165; clynch@ci.burlington.vt.us
BCA Center - NOW SEEKING SPRING 2012 VOLUNTEERS
In the BCA Center, volunteers attend the gallery, interact with the public, assist with installations, lead tours for First Friday Art Walk, and provide general support to gallery staff. To volunteer, please fill out a Volunteer Application and return it to the Gallery Manager.
Supervisor: Courtney Lynch, Gallery Coordinator, (802)-865-7165; clynch@ci.burlington.vt.us
Print Studio - NOW SEEKING SPRING 2012 VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers will be acting as a studio assistant, teaching assistant, or studio monitor. Must have prior printmaking experience.
Supervisor: Kiersten Williams, Studio Education Coordinator, (802)-860-7474; kwilliams@ci.burlington.vt.us
INTERNSHIP POSITIONS
Corporate Art Program Intern - - NOW SEEKING SPRING 2012 INTERNS
Assist the Artist Coordinator with maintenance and regular updating of the Corporate Art Services database. Will be using professional gallery software, scanner, etc. Learn about the many functions of an arts center. Responsibilities might include: exhibition installation; artist studio visits; art packing and transportation; attending client business meetings; representation of the program at events; and general office work. Interns who elect to receive academic credit will be given one major project to complete during the internship. Previous projects included: documentary video for gallery exhibition; major inventory project, including database creation; exhibition curation and design; and large-scale research project and report. Internships are 10 to 20 hours a week.
Supervisor: Kate Ashman, Artist Coordinator/Art Sales & Leasing, (802)-865-7296; kashman@ci.burlington.vt.us
Event Assistant:
BCA rents the second floor and the plaza of the Firehouse Center for the Visual Arts to the public for wedding receptions, holiday parties, business meetings and more. Event assistants will assist clients and vendors plan execute private events; help host private events; protect the building and collections during events; help market the Firehouse Center as a got to destination for event rentals; staff internal events; and plan, publicize, and execute their own event at the Firehouse Center for the Visual Arts. Internships are 10 to 20 hours a week.
Supervisor: Courtney Lynch, Gallery Coordinator, (802)-865-7165; clynch@ci.burlington.vt.us
BCA Center - NOW SEEKING SPRING 2012 INTERNS
A limited number of unpaid internships are available. Interns work closely with staff to complete independent projects in curatorial studies, gallery education, and arts administration and can receive academic credit. Internships at the gallery are a 10 week, 10 hour per week commitment.
Internship Application Deadlines:
Fall: August 15
Winter/Spring: December 15
Summer: April 1
Supervisor: Courtney Lynch, Gallery Coordinator, (802)-865-7165; clynch@ci.burlington.vt.us
Marketing Assistant - NOW SEEKING SUMMER 2012 INTERNS
Job Responsibilities/Functions may include: assisting in marketing plans/strategy; helping in database creation and management; distributing and implementing marketing materials; contacting press outlets; organizing press and advertising materials; and play an active role in developing public relations and marketing plans. Interns will also complete a personal, independent project. Internships are 10 to 20 hours a week.
Supervisor: Eric Ford, Communication Director, (802)-865-5355; eford@ci.burlington.vt.us