Intern’s duties will include both assistance with clerical gallery procedures and events, as well as research, development, and implementation of multiple self-initiated projects. One of the primary roles of the intern will be to help maintain the daily operations of the gallery. This includes engaging with visitors to the gallery when appropriate, participating in online and gallery art sales.

Interns will also be involved in maintaining inventory records and digital/online management systems, and updating and producing content for all social media platforms.

Interns will be expected to staff the gallery for 2-3 days a week as agreed upon at the time of hiring. Interns may be asked to work nights or during the weekends for special events and exhibitions.

In addition to clerical duties, interns will be expected to work on a number of projects during their internship that are developed in conjunction with the executive and development director. These projects are expected to be in line with the interests of the intern as well as those of the PassageWay. Projects should result in a deliverable that can directly contribute to the needs of the PassageWay while also benefiting the personal development of the intern.

Responsibilities:

• Support and expand public relations with media contacts, artists and the general public
• Assist in managing gallery operations i.e. filing and online inventory management
• Assist in management, research, communication and coordination of installations
• Assist during events and receptions
• Maintain website, blog, and social media network presence
• Handle and curate artwork
• Work with local art group – Burnett Area Art Group

Requirements:

• Studio Arts, Marketing, Hospitality, Business/Accounting, Art History, or Communications Majors (Preferred)
• Passion for art/actively involved in the art community
• Strong work ethic and ability to complete tasks in a timely manner
• Organized and extremely detail oriented
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Multi-tasking and coordination experience
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite and general computer/online research skills
• Ability to work efficiently, effectively and independently
• Experience with social media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)

Northwest Passage has been a leading non-profit residential mental health organization since 1978, serving a diverse range of youth including those who identify as LGBTQ, youth of color, youth who are neuro-diverse, and those who have been misunderstood by their own communities. We believe that every child possesses profound strength and potential and is capable of thriving. While blending traditional mental health treatment with arts and nature-based therapy, we create conditions that unleash inner strength, ultimately empowering our clients to re-write their inner narratives through a lens of hope. We also believe that relationships are the key element in a healing journey; our kids re-connect and re-engage with their life through meaningful, authentic relationships with our staff.

Though the problems facing children and teens have evolved since 1978, the fundamental needs for self-respect, trust, relationships, and steady guidance remain the same. And while Northwest Passage has grown in size and sophistication, we’ve never lost sight of the foundations all children need to be successful. Above anything else, Northwest Passage’s goal is to restore hope in our clients.

Northwest Passage’s facilities are nestled within the wild landscapes and idyllic small towns of Northwest Wisconsin. Your "office" might include a northern Wisconsin prairie, a yurt in the woods, a running river, a horse pasture, or underwater with a camera!