WEEKLY OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHT
CALLS FOR ART / CONTESTS / COMPETITIONS / WORKSHOPS / EVENTS / RESIDENCIES
National Public Art Opportunities
Call for Art: Stand Up Art Back: Community Exhibition Captures Lived Experiences of Operation Metro Surge (Deadline May 15, 2026)
Call for Art: “We Are Human: Figure & Form”-Red Wing Arts (Deadline May 20, 2026)
Call for Art: Music in the Trees / Belwin Conservancy (Deadline May 17, 2026)
Call for Art: American Independence: From 1776 to 2026(Deadline May 31, 2026)
Call for Art: LandEscape Now! 20th Biennial Edition, 2026 - LandEscape Art Collective(Deadline July 7, 2026)
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES (Part-time and full-time, temporary and ongoing)
Organization: Slam Academy
Title: Marketing Specialist
Pay: $20-25/hr
Overview: Slam Academy is a Minneapolis-based music production school and community dedicated to empowering artists, producers, and creators at every level. We are looking for a creative and driven Marketing Specialist to join our team and help grow Slam Academy's brand, reach, and community presence. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their marketing career who is passionate about music, creative content, and community building. If you thrive in a hands-on environment, love telling stories through digital media, and want to be part of a growing music education brand, we would love to hear from you.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Kitchen Concepts Comfort Food LLC
Title: Social Media Content Creator (Remote)
Pay:$14/hr
Overview: We’re looking for a creative, self-motivated Social Media Content Creator to produce and publish engaging content across social platforms and track performance. This temporary, part-time remote role is ideal for someone with social media experience who can work independently and help grow our online presence.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Foci MCGA
Title: Summer Program Assistant (Seasonal)
Pay: $10-21/hr
Overview: This position supports Foci MCGA summer programming including youth and teen glass camps, open house and off site engagement events, and the MN State Fair Glass Gallery and Demonstrations. The role will function as the first point of contact for visitors and families in the studio, and support the education and outreach efforts during the summer months. The Summer Program Assistant must be available to work onsite at Foci MCGA and sometimes off site at various locations. All work is in person. Core hours will be Monday-Thursday 8:30am-1:30pm; however, some weeks hours will flex according to outreach and summer programming needs.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Arts’ Nest
Title: Front of House
Pay: $21-22/hr
Overview: Arts’ Nest seeks friendly, reliable, and detail-oriented individuals to join our Front of House (FOH) team at both our locations: The Cowles Center for Dance & the Performing Arts, and the Phoenix Theater. Front of House are the friendly, helpful main points of on-site contact for guests – providing information, ticketing assistance, responsible concessions and bar service, opening and closing the space and payment systems, and assuring that patron, safety, and clean-up issues are appropriately addressed.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Lake Minnetonka Historical Society
Title: Communications Specialist
Pay: $25-27/hr
Overview: The Communications Specialist works with the Communications Committee and other LMHS committees to support the Society’s mission by strengthening its brand, increasing awareness, and driving engagement in its programs, events and venues. This position also works to increase ticket and merchandise sales, as well as memberships and donations, through a strategically devised and implemented multi-channel communications strategy. The Communications Specialist plans and manages the Communications budget and reports to the LMHS Board of Directors.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Carleton College Campus
Title: Administrative Assistant in Theater and Dance
Pay: $25/hr
Overview: The Administrative Assistant in Theater and Dance role is a key player in the department. We're looking for someone who can help out with office tasks, keep everyone in the loop, and lend a hand to faculty and students. You’ll be juggling scheduling, getting materials ready, keeping the department website up-to-date, and planning events. The Administrative Assistant to the Director of the Arts takes care of the Weitz Center office, helps with the planning of events, and makes sure the Director has everything they need.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Bright Line Investigations LLC
Title: Video Editor and Media Assistant
Pay: $18 - 30 /hr
Overview: Bright Line Investigations LLC is seeking a Video Editor and Media Assistant to support both investigative case work and company media initiatives. This role offers hands-on experience working with real-world surveillance footage, legal case materials, and a growing company podcast. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to handle sensitive material with professionalism. This position combines technical video editing with structured, accuracy-driven work.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Adhesive Label
Title: Printing Press Operator
Pay: $20-30/hr
Overview: This full-time press operator position involves operating and maintaining printing equipment, including a 13” 2200 Mark Andy press, KTI turret rewinder, and Martin Splicer in a production environment. The role requires at least two years of flexographic press experience and offers both first and second shift schedules, with the second shift running four days a week. Pay ranges from $20 to $30 per hour, and benefits include health and dental insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan.
For more information and to apply, click here.
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Interested in internships within the publishing sector? Navigate to Career Development's new resource to learn about the timelines and internship opportunities offered by a number of publishers throughout the year.
Organization: Fluid Interiors, LLC
Title: Marketing Intern
Pay: $18/hr
Overview: This role provides hands-on support across a wide range of marketing initiatives. It’s ideal for someone who wants exposure to both creative and strategic marketing work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This Internship will last 3 - 6 months.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Piper Sandler
Title: Marketing Communications Intern
Pay: $21-30/hr
Overview: The Piper Sandler marketing team seeks a creative, proactive and driven individual for its marketing communications intern role. Candidates must be eager to learn with the ability to contribute sound ideas and quality work product in an extremely fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The marketing communications intern will assist with a broad range of day-to-day communications, marketing and production activities. Please note that this is a full-time (40 hours/week) internship. It is intended to become a full-time Marketing Communication Professional role soon after completion of the 3-month internship period. Consideration for a full-time position is dependent upon performance.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: The Graham Smith Team - Keller Williams Integrity Lakes
Title: Social Media Intern
Pay: $16.37/hr
Overview: This role goes beyond posting listings. We’re looking for a creative, plugged-in Social Media Intern to help amplify the voice, culture, and presence of The Graham Smith Team across platforms. You’ll play a key role in bringing our brand to life: highlighting not just homes, but our people, our process, and the lifestyle behind what we do. You’ll also have the opportunity to support agents in elevating their individual social presence. This is an ideal role for someone who understands social media is equal parts strategy, storytelling, and staying ahead of trends.
For more information and to apply, click here.
Organization: Henricksen
Title: Commercial Furniture Dealer Design Intern
Pay: $18-24/hr
Overview: Henricksen is seeking a Design Intern to join our Minneapolis location. The Design Intern will support internal teams and external partners in developing workplace solutions through materials research, presentation support, and project responsibilities. This internship offers hands-on exposure to the commercial furniture industry, working alongside designers, sales partners, and manufacturer representatives across a variety of project types including corporate, education, healthcare, senior living, and public sector environments.
For more information and to apply, click here.
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