CALLS FOR ART / CONTESTS / COMPETITIONS / WORKSHOPS / EVENTS / FELLOWSHIPS / RESIDENCIES
National Public Art Opportunities
Call for Art: Homens - the Homiens Art Prize
Call for Art: Black Box Gallery - TREES AND WATER (Photography)
Call for Art: Embracing Our Differences - 2026 EMBRACING OUR DIFFERENCES INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION
Contests: WOW Women Writing - Writing Contests
Competitions: Light Space Time - 15th “Landscapes” Online Art Competition
ONGOING PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES
Organization: City of Eagan
Title: Recreation Program Assistant
Pay: $20.31/hr
Overview: We are looking for a positive, curious, organized individual to support our staff with creative experiences for our community. This position will primarily require evening and weekend hours, up to 25 hours per week. The Eagan Art House team is highly collaborative and committed to providing creative opportunities for all ages.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Minnesota Institute of Art (Mia)
Title: Events Crew
Pay: $20.75/hr
Overview: The Event Crew perform a variety of duties related to the preparation for and implementation of museum events. Onsite; Must be willing to work evenings and weekends
Move and set up equipment such as tables, chairs, signs, recycling bins and pianos for events.
Maneuver loaded carts and heavy equipment near artwork and through the building.
Provide coat check during special events.
Greet and assist the public while working events.
Assist with special activities during events.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Ordway Center for the Performing Arts
Title: Stage Coordinator (part-time, temporary)
Pay: $20 per hour
Overview: The Stage Coordinator is responsible for stage management at various performances for the Flint Hills Family Festival. This position will work the Flint Hills Family Festival from Wednesday, May 28 – Saturday, June 1.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Studio Moss
Title: Artist/Fabricator
Overview: Studios Moss is looking for a part-time artist with flexible hours. Some weekends and evenings are required. We are looking for an artist who feels comfortable using power tools, can work in 3D and 2D. You could be building a wood structure one day and making paper flowers the next. Someone who has great attention to detail and likes a variety of work! We fabricate in our shop in St Paul, but install all over the Twin Cities.
For more information and to apply, click here.
SUMMER INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
Organization: Gammelgården Museum
Title: Summer Internship
Overview: Each Spring/Summer intern gains skills in managing a small museum. The individuals chosen for the role are on site during the open season as a staff person able to be helpful in any role/position.
Gammelgården values diversity and seeks talented interns from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. This includes, but is not limited to, those who are the first generation in their family to attend college, who come from low-income backgrounds, and/or have had limited access to museum
For more information and to apply, clickhere.
Organization: Five Wings Art Council
Title: Paid Marketing & Communications Intern
Pay: $18 per hour
Overview: We are seeking a motivated and creative Marketing & Communications Intern to support our nonprofit’s outreach efforts during the summer of 2025. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in marketing strategy, social media management, and community engagement while making a meaningful impact.
For more information and to apply, clickhere.
EVENT OPPORTUNITY
Title: Career Development and the Learning Center: Career Readiness Workshop Sessions
Organization: MCAD Career Development
Overview: Stressed about entering the workforce after graduation? Worried that your post-graduation job search won’t be effective? Concerned about how to navigate the professional sphere and succeed in the workplace?
This Spring semester, Career Development is partnering with the Learning Center to offer additional assistance and guidance on these topics and more to any interested students (from First Year to Senior) in a casual, conversational setting! Sign up for these small-group sessions, bring a lunch or a snack, and increase your understanding of professionalism and career paths with Career Development!
For more information and to register, see the event page.
GIGS AND FREELANCE ROLES
Freelance Opportunities - Shared by MCAD Career Development
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