La
Casa Azul Bookstore is currently looking for a few good interns who wish to
learn the ins and outs of running a business while enriching lives through
reading, writing, and the power of books!
All
internships are unpaid, but there are a number of great perks, including free
books, flexible hours, fun-loving co-workers, and more. Most importantly, you
will learn the ins and outs of working at both a bookstore, and a
locally-owned, independent business. Plus, it will earn you a number of professional
contacts, and looks great on a resume!
The internship positions are:
- AMBASSADOR (three interns)
- CURATORIAL INTERN (one intern)
The
internship is from June 6, 2015 – August 23, 2015
Opportunities
are available for undergraduate, graduate students and recent graduates who are
considering careers in the arts, education, marketing and publishing. College
credit may be arranged.
Deadline
to submit internship applications for Summer
is Friday, May 29, 6:00pm
Email: lucha.libros[at]gmail.com
Email: lucha.libros[at]gmail.com
Desired
qualities/skills for ALL interns:
-
Dynamic,
self-motivated, outgoing, highly organized individual with good research skills,
including exceptional written and verbal communication skills, and capacity for
working with diverse populations.
-
Ease
with technology is a must, including knowledge of MS Excel, Word, and social
media (Facebook, Tumblr and Twitter).
-
Bilingual
(English & Spanish proficiency).
-
Must
bring your own laptop to work
ALL
applicants must submit:
1.
Creative cover letter
2.
Resume (with 2 references)
3.
Answer to question: Why are you interested in an internship at La Casa Azul Bookstore
(1 page max, separate from cover letter)
4.
Schedule information
AMBASSADOR
Ambassadors will have the unique
opportunity to have direct contact with the general public while affecting
change, excitement, and lasting memories in their community! Qualifications
include strong communication skills, an outgoing personality, and an infectious
passion for the written word. Our need for bookstore volunteers is based
on the on-site/off-site event schedule.
Hours:
6 – 12 hours per week, June – August 23, 2015
School
Programs Intern must be available 10:00am – 9:00pm (Wednesday - Sunday)
Email:
lucha.libros[at]gmail.com
Subject
line: AMBASSADOR (Summer 2015)
CURATORIAL
INTERN
La
Casa Azul Bookstore is currently accepting applications for the position of
Gallery Curator Assistant to support in exhibit installations and programming,
as well as the development of gallery artist network.
Responsibilities
include:
Build
a network/ database of artists for potential art shows.
Draft
blog and press releases related to exhibits featured in gallery.
Assist
in installation/de-installation of art.
Assist
in planning and execution community programming related to exhibitions.
In
addition to the cover letter, essay and references, applicants for the
Curatorial Intern position must also submit the following:
1)
How are the arts important to community? (one page or less)
2)
What is your connection to art community? (one page or less)
3)
Submit an image of art piece that inspires you and tell us why.
Hours: 8 hours per week, June – August 23, 2015
Curatorial
Intern must be available 12:00pm – 8:00pm (Wednesday - Sunday)
Email:
lucha.libros[at]gmail.com
Subject
line: CURATORIAL INTERN (Summer 2015)
