Bloomberg Arts Internship Program
The Bloomberg Arts Internship programs prepare rising high school seniors in Philadelphia and six additional cities nationwide for meaningful careers in the creative economy. Interns are placed with local arts and culture organizations where they gain paid, hands-on experience while participating in structured professional development, cultural immersion, and post-secondary readiness programming.
In Philadelphia, BAI represents a rare, high-impact paid opportunity for students—offering competitive wages ($20+ per hour for Summer 2026) along with transportation and meal support. The program not only equips young people with critical professional skills, but also strengthens the future workforce of our region’s vibrant cultural sector.
Throughout the program, interns build capacity through four core pillars:
- Post-Secondary Readiness: Preparing students to transition confidently into college, training programs, or careers.
- Self-Advocacy: Developing the tools to navigate professional spaces with confidence and clarity.
- Self-Actualization: Connecting personal strengths and interests to long-term goals.
- Public Speaking: Building the confidence to communicate effectively across audiences.
By investing in young talent today, BAI helps ensure a stronger, more inclusive creative workforce tomorrow.
The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is proud to partner with BAI to provide hands-on professional experience for young adults interested in museums, artmaking, and art history.
PAFA End-of-summer project
At PAFA, our BAI summer interns work throughout the program on end-of-summer projects. In Summer 2026, they created three amazing videos to spread the word about Summer Camp, Summer Academy, and the BAI program. Explore the links to learn more!
Day in the Life of Summer Camp
PAFA is licensed through the Pennsylvania State Board of Private Licensed Schools. Program structure and details are subject to standard academic and accreditation review and may be updated accordingly.