Events & Outreach Intern

Los Angeles County Dept. of Arts & Culture Internship Program: Education Through Music-LA Events & Outreach INTERN Paid Internship: $17.87/hour; effective July 1, 2026 the rate will be $18.47/hour - 400 hours to be completed between June 1, 2026-March 1, 2027 JOB DESCRIPTION The Events & Outreach Intern will work with the Education Through Music-LA staff to assist with event and program/community outreach and support , create marketing collateral, and develop external partnerships to further the mission of ETM-LA. Additionally, the Events & Outreach Intern will create social media posts, assist with spotlight stories and obtain quotes/footage, and assist with program and development data evaluation/assessment to develop a deeper understanding of the data for marketing purposes. QUALIFICATIONS The intern should display an earnest interest in arts education and must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and dependable. Interest in the coordination of special events, community outreach, Communications/PR, and writing, media/film, social media, Canva, & engaging with people is favorable for this position. Basic computer skills, such as Google Workspace, Word, and Excel, are necessary. Being an initiative taker and a team player with an interest in the field of education, a positive attitude, personal motivation, and a desire to learn about nonprofit organizations are also a must. HOW TO APPLY If you are interested in applying, please submit the following application and include a one-page resume and cover letter (between 1,000-2,000 characters, including spaces). Please address the letter to Victoria Lanier, Executive Director of Education Through Music-Los Angeles. If you have any questions, email [email protected] . ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: 2026 Arts Internship positions will be open to currently enrolled undergraduate (2 or 4-year) and community college students who reside or attend college in Los Angeles County. Recent graduates may apply as long as they have completed their degree between May 1 - December 1, 2026. The Department of Arts and Culture encourages eligible students from all ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds, as well as disabled students, to apply. Eligible students may participate in the program once. Note : Students who have already earned a BA, BS, or a higher degree are not eligible for the Los Angeles County Arts Internship Program. High school students who are co-enrolled in college classes are not eligible. Students who have previously participated in the program are not eligible to participate a second time. Students must possess the legal right to work in the United States. Students who are invited to participate in the program will be asked to provide verification of eligibility via college transcripts, driver’s license, and other documents to show enrollment status and/or LA County residence. ETM-LA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. This internship is sponsored by the Los Angeles County Department of Arts & Culture. For additional information on LACDAC, the Arts Internship Program, and for a complete list of all the internships offered, click here .