Creative Strategy and Engagement Intern

 

Application Deadline: Monday, January 5th at 11:59pm

 

About Dublin Arts Council

 

Dublin Arts Council (DAC) is an arts agency that engages community, cultivates creativity, and fosters lifelong learning through the arts. Our work brings together creativity and curiosity to support collective wellbeing. DAC works to design and administer programs and events centered on education, arts accessibility, and connection using arts and creativity as catalysts for inclusion, equity, and social change.

 

Position Overview

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Dublin Arts Council is seeking a Creative Strategy and Engagement Intern to support program evaluation, community engagement, and storytelling. This internship provides hands-on experience in arts administration, creative research, social media strategy, community-led programming, and organizational planning with a focus in justice, equity, inclusion, and arts accessibility. 

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This role is ideal for undergraduate students or recent graduates who are passionate about creativity, community engagement, and social impact. The Creative Strategy and Engagement Internship serves as a learning opportunity with ongoing training and mentorship. The intern will work closely with DAC’s Administrative and Community Relations Coordinator, in collaboration with the full DAC team.

 

Key Responsibilities & Learning Areas

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Community Research, Evaluation, and Creative Strategy

• Learn and apply research tools and frameworks used in just, equitable, and community-centered arts administration.

• Assist in creating system maps that help visualize DAC’s programs, partnerships, and workflows.

• Help document and assess DAC’s current practices and programming

• Support creative and accessible methods of gathering community input and feedback (surveys, conversations, interactive tools, etc.).

Community Engagement and Programming

• Assist with community-based programs such as Art in Public Places, ARTboxes, gallery exhibitions, and other initiatives.

• Help design and test creative strategies that encourage active community-led engagement

• Support relationship-building with community partners, artists, schools, and local organizations.

• Assist with front-office visitor engagement and help create a welcoming experience for guests.

Communications and Storytelling

• Contribute to DAC’s communications through multidimensional social media content, digital storytelling, and outreach materials.

• Support planning, creating, and scheduling posts across various platforms.

• Experiment with communication styles and formats to reach multiple different audiences.

• Help review and assess DAC’s current communication method

 

Skills and Qualifications

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Required

• Interest in arts, creativity, community engagement, and social impact

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Openness to learning new tools, research methods, and creative strategies

• Ability to work collaboratively and take initiative

• Cultural humility and respect

• Attention to detail and strong organizational habits

 

Preferred (not required)

• Experience with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Linkedin)

• Basic skills using Canva, Adobe Suite, or other platforms

• Familiarity with community engagement, arts administration, or non-profit work

• Coursework or experience in arts, design, social sciences, communications, or related fields

 

Internship Details

• In-person at Dublin Arts Council

• February-December 2026 (flexible based on academic schedule)

• 10 hours per week (schedule flexible within business hours)

• Academic credit or paid internship, depending on academic requirements

• All necessary training and onboarding provided

 

How to Apply:

Please email the following materials using the link below to Kayanaat Chaudhry by Monday, January 5th at 11:59pm.

1. Resume

2. Cover Letter (1 page or less) describing:

   • Your interest in creativity, community engagement, equity, and social change

   • What you hope to learn

   • Relevant experience or coursework

3. Optional: Work samples (writing, design, social media content, class projects, or passion projects)

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Applications will be reviewed after the deadline. We will contact you regarding your application in Mid-January.

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