CALLS FOR ART / CONTESTS / COMPETITIONS / WORKSHOPS / EVENTS / RESIDENCIES
National Public Art Opportunities
Call for Art: Cora McCorvey Health and Wellness Center- Holiday Arts and Craft Fair (Deadline Oct 30, 2025).
Call for Art: NOW Art - Community Mural Program (Deadline Dec 31, 2025).
Call for Art: Lakeville Area Arts Center Exhibitions(Deadline Jan 1, 2026).
Call for Art: Ambiente Gallerie 2025-2026 Exhibitions (Deadline Jan 2, 2026).
Call for Art: The Art of Healing and Recovery (Deadline Jan 15, 2026).
Call for Art: 2026-2027 Call for Artists – Paradise Center for the Arts (Deadline Mar 1, 2026).
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES (Part-time- and full-time, temporary and ongoing)
Organization: Highpoint Center for Printmaking
Title: Communications Coordinator
Pay:$25/per hour
Overview: The Communications Coordinator plays a key role at Highpoint, serving as both a storyteller and a central support for implementation of our communications and development strategy. This position manages distribution of Highpoint’s digital content and communications across platforms (including social media, the website, and email).
This role will also support the Communications and Development Manager’s editorial vision for HP’s Presstime publication by managing content and design assets.
We’re looking for an energetic individual who loves connecting audiences with art and who understands the importance of detailed administrative work that supports a joyful workplace for our staff, artists, and visitors.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Mitrebox Framing Studio
Title: Custom Framing Designer
Pay: $22-27/hr
Overview: As a Custom Framing Designer, you’ll collaborate directly with clients to co-create unique framing solutions, assist with retail sales, and help maintain the visual and operational flow of our showroom. You’ll also have the opportunity to work with a wide range of materials, printing methods, and art mediums.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: East Side Arts Council
Title: Hip Hop Dance instructor
Pay: $35/hr
Overview: East Side Arts Council is looking for a Hip Hop Dance instructor to join our artist roster as a teaching artist this spring! Artist will teach a dance class to middle school students in grades 6-8 with Flipside after school, as part of our partnership with St. Paul Public Schools. Classes will take place twice a week, February 2nd - May 7th from 4-6pm.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Art Center Eden Prairie
Title: Art Center Instructor - Ceramics and Glass
Pay: $23-25/hr
Overview: The Art Center Instructor leads classes, workshops, and special event projects for a variety of ages based on area of expertise and the needs of the Art Center. Must be able to teach ceramics (wheel throwing and hand-building) and/or fused glass (other glass mediums considered if instructor is willing to cross-train in fused glass) at an introductory to intermediate level for children, youth, and adults. Individuals hired for this position may substitute for art classes in other mediums. Preference given to those instructors with experience teaching ceramics and glass.
For more information and to apply, click here.
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Organization: Northmarq
Title: Graphic Design Intern
Pay: Not specified
Overview: Northmarq is offering a Graphic Design internship for a student studying graphic design, production design or a related field. Prospective candidates should be interested in gaining firsthand experience in corporate branding, layout design, and project management within a fast-paced, growing department for an innovative, market-leading company in commercial real estate. In this role, you have a chance to put brand guidelines into action and receive mentorship from seasoned design and marketing professionals.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: JonnyPops
Title: Design Intern (Summer)
Pay: $18/hr
Overview: Under the direction of the Communications, Data Analytics or Design Teams, Marketing Interns will gain valuable work experience at a high-growth frozen novelty company that will set them up for success in a future role in Marketing and the CPG Industry. All Marketing Interns will attend events throughout the summer (Community Events, Corporate Events, Pop-Ups in Parks, etc.) but will also be assigned to more specific in-office roles on the Communications, Data Analytics or Design Teams based on experience, interests, and interview. Event vs. In-office work will be approximately 30% events, 70% in-office (with variation week to week, subject to change based on brand needs).
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Imagine
Title: Summer 2026 Industrial Design Intern
Pay: $20/hr
Overview: As a Studio Intern you will gain vital experience learning and working with a fast-paced creative and print production agency for the entertainment industry. You will gain insight into the creative efforts of a dynamic graphics department. You’ll have the opportunity to be a part of the initial process of a creative project and be able to see the project all the way through to its final stages. An internship with Imagine means hands-on, real-life experience learning from experts in the field of creative branding and print production. The successful candidate will be passionate about the graphic design, be an excellent communicator, self-motivated, ambitious, and have superb organizational abilities. Internship will be based out of our Twin Cities office. This is an onsite role.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: FullBloom Company
Title: Design Support Intern
Pay: $17-19/hr
Overview:The graphic design intern will create digital and printed assets for multiple projects across the CharacterStrong brand and sub-brands. From formatting lesson slides and designing worksheets to developing contextual graphics and illustrations to help teach concepts to students, this role provides a range of far-reaching impact in the education space.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Lumen
Title: Intern - Graphic Design - Summer 2026
Pay: $26-38/hr
Overview: If you're a student eager to explore the exciting world of digital innovation, Lumen is the perfect place for you. Lumen offers an excellent opportunity to broaden your knowledge, build a strong network of support, and kickstart your career. Wondering who Lumen is? We connect the world by igniting business growth through connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Be on the forefront of our future - embark on your exciting journey with Lumen today!
For more information and to apply, click here.
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