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Cultural & Creative Workforce Development Internships

Northwest Folklife, in collaboration with the Office of Economic Development and the Office of Arts and Culture, has developed an internship program that provides paid internships for Seattle’s young creatives. The Cultural and Creative Workforce Development Program (CCWD) provides opportunities to develop skills and connections within the Creative Industries and cultural sector. 


About the Cultural and Creative Workforce Development Program (CCWD):

  • Internships range from 12-24 weeks long and are designed to give young people hands-on training in various creative fields

  • Interns work 10-14 hours a week at their internship sites and participate in 1-2 hours of CCWD program activities

  • Internships are generally open to individuals aged 16-26 years, based in Seattle and surrounding communities (some positions may have more specific age requirements)

  • Our approach is collaborative and community driven. Partners and sites are prioritized by their grounding in community development as well as their commitment to building a more equitable cultural and creative ecosystem

The program aims to:

  • Offer experience and mentorship in a wide range of cultural and creative jobs

  • Develop creative assets

  • Build peer and professional networks

  • Imagine and shape the Creative Industries, cultural ecosystem, and evolving economy

  • Celebrate creativity and culture as essential to thriving communities

  • Highlight the passion and initiative of young creatives



 


We are excited to support emerging voices and ideas within our communities and provide meaningful career development experiences.

All candidates must adhere to COVID-19 or any other current health and safety regulations. 

Internship Opportunities:

Milli is a modern creative agency focused on strategic, social-first work. Founded in 2014, Milli has evolved alongside the rapidly changing social media and digital marketing industries. From beloved local burger chains to multi-billion dollar household name consumer brands, we've spanned the spectrum of brands and marketing challenges.

Our unique approach is rooted in our value system. At Milli, we're not afraid to flip and dismantle the established agency model. Our perspective is rooted in diversity, inclusion, and moving at the speed of culture. As a modern, millennial-led agency, we boast a network of artists, creators and influencers accessible only by our unique community and cultural proximity.

The Milli Creative Intern will refine their project management skills while collaborating with Milli staff and by documenting, editing, and posting relevant content across social channels. This position is set in a fast-paced environment that will require being proactive on projects, excellent communication skills, and high energy and passion for the work. While this position will provide the opportunity to study with professional videographers, the intern will adopt additional roles and duties as assigned.  

View the full Milli CCWD Creative Internship description.

If you are interested in careers focused on cultural or creative work and would like to be notified when internship opportunities are posted, please send an introductory statement (1-2 paragraphs). Please email all content to internships@nwfolklife.org.

  • Describe your interest in this type of work

  • You can list any programs that you have participated in that you feel are relevant.

  • You may include a sample of your original creative content (optional)

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