Applications for organizations interested in hosting an IDEAL intern for summer 2027 are now open!
The IDEAL internship program provides opportunities to undergraduate students from backgrounds underrepresented in arts leadership. Each summer, up to five student interns are placed in a paid eight-week internship at an arts organizations located in Wake County, fully funded by United Arts.
Now Open: Applications to be a Host Organization for the summer of 2027. Selected Arts Host organizations will be matched with an eager and passionate student intern, and be connected with a cohort of local arts organizations and community mentors, all who are providing an impactful learning experience for their IDEAL intern. Apply online here.
Want to learn more? Sign up for our virtual Arts Host Info Session on Wednesday, October 14th at 12:00pm on Zoom.
The I.D.E.A.L. Summer Internship Program
The Internship for Diverse and Emerging Arts Leaders (IDEAL) program contributes to building an equitable future for arts leadership by providing opportunities to undergraduate students from backgrounds historically underrepresented in arts leadership. Each summer, five interns are placed in a paid eight-week internship at Arts Host organizations across Wake County and paired with a mentor from the community. During that time, interns participate in professional development and networking activities as well as build a cohort that will serve as a strong foundation for their growing careers. Selected Arts Host organizations are matched with an eager and passionate student intern, connect with a cohort of local arts organizations and community mentors, have access to a robust calendar of professional development and networking opportunities, and provide an immersive learning experience for their IDEAL intern. This program is fully funded by United Arts.
Visit the IDEAL alumni page to see what programs past interns impacted.
