The American Academy of Bookbinding is pleased to offer our internship program for the summer of 2023. In exchange for 30-40 hours of work per week, interns will receive free housing, 50% off tuition for one AAB course of their choosing, and the opportunity to immerse themselves in the AAB environment, including 24-hour studio access. Interns will assist the Managing Director, AAB Instructors, Teaching Assistants, and students daily. Tasks and hours will vary day to day.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities will vary week to week depending on class schedules, but will include the following:
Marketing & Social Media: taking photos, posting updates, managing posts.
Student Services: greeting students upon arrival, taking them to housing, driving them to the grocery store, answering questions, etc.
Studio Maintenance: cleaning, organizing, tracking inventory, etc.
Requirements
Previous experience with bookbinding and/or book arts
Enthusiasm for helping others
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work independently
Experience tracking multiple projects
Weekend availability
Timeframe:
2023 AAB Internship: July 6-August 1 (4 weeks)
Applications are due March 1, 2023
Notification by March 31
All applicants must complete and submit the online application form, a resume, and a cover letter.