Organizer Information
The Asian American Arts Alliance (A4) is a New York City–based nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Asian American artists and cultural organizations through resource sharing, promotion, advocacy, and community building. A4 works across artistic disciplines to increase representation, equity, and professional opportunities for Asian American artists and strengthen the broader cultural ecosystem. The organization presents public programs and provides professional resources designed to help artists and arts organizations develop sustainable careers.
The Anjeli Jana Memorial Internship was established in memory of Anjeli Jana, an AAPI artist who worked across acting, music, documentary filmmaking, writing, and other creative fields. Funded by the Jana-MacAdam family, the internship honors her commitment to pursuing a life devoted to the arts while providing a college or university student with practical experience supporting AAPI artists and cultural programming.
Title & Description
Anjeli Jana Memorial Internship
The Anjeli Jana Memorial Internship is a paid, part-time arts administration internship for a qualified college or university student during the Fall 2026–Spring 2027 academic year. The intern will work alongside A4 staff to support public programs, constituent communications, artist outreach, research, data tracking, volunteer coordination, and other organizational activities.
The position offers hands-on exposure to the operations of a long-standing artist-support nonprofit and is particularly suited to students interested in arts administration, cultural programming, communications, community engagement, and nonprofit arts organizations.
The Role Overview
- Position: Anjeli Jana Memorial Intern
- Organization: Asian American Arts Alliance (A4)
- Contract Type: Paid, part-time internship
- Internship Period: Fall 2026–Spring 2027
- Schedule: Approximately 10–15 hours per week
- Compensation: $20 per hour
- Workplace: New York City / hybrid
- Location: A4 office, 29 West 38th Street, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10018
- Reporting/Collaboration: Programs Manager, Development Manager, Executive Director, and other A4 staff
Position & Tasks
The intern may assist with email outreach to artists and constituents, research and data tracking, volunteer coordination, and the planning and execution of A4’s public programs. Depending on the intern’s interests and organizational needs, responsibilities may also include fundraising initiatives and operational support.
The role requires strong communication, organization, writing, prioritization, and independent working skills. Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Canva, and CRM systems such as Neon is expected; Adobe Creative Suite experience is an advantage.
Categories
- Arts Administration
- Public Programs
- Communications
- Community Engagement
- Multidisciplinary
Eligibility
Applicants must be currently enrolled in a college or university program. Students on a gap year or individuals who have recently graduated are not eligible. Applicants should demonstrate an interest in the arts, the Asian American community, and/or A4’s mission. Strong written and oral communication skills, self-motivation, organization, and the ability to manage multiple projects are required.
The internship is specifically designed to support students connected to the Asian American/AAPI arts community. The program’s official description identifies the opportunity as supporting a college or university student of Asian American descent.
Program Benefits
The selected intern receives $20 per hour and practical professional experience in nonprofit arts administration. The position provides opportunities to develop skills in public-program development and production, artist and constituent outreach, communications, advocacy, fundraising, and organizational operations.
Application Fee
None
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 14 September 2026
- Internship Period: Fall 2026–Spring 2027
- Application Cycle: Academic-year internship
Location
New York City, United States
Additional Details
The position is intended as an entry-level professional learning opportunity rather than a conventional artistic production residency or grant. Applicants should therefore emphasize their interest in arts administration, nonprofit cultural work, communications, community engagement, and supporting artists.
A4’s official listing for the previous cycle describes its hybrid workplace structure, accessibility provisions, and the opportunity to gain tangible experience within an established artist-support nonprofit. The office is wheelchair-accessible and has elevators and all-gender restrooms.