Life Changing Opportunities
Youth Employment Internships
Screen Printing
Have you ever wondered how a graphic t-shirt was made? Let us show you how. Our screen printing internship program offers paid training opportunities for youth ages 16-25 who have experienced, or currently are experiencing, housing instability. Interns learn a variety of vocational skills centered around the production of printed garments and digital design. They are given a hands-on experience, working in our professional production facility preparing print orders and design projects for clients throughout the Greater Seattle area.
These internships are offered year-round in conjunction with our partner agencies. For a list of these agencies and information on how to apply, contact Troy Carter at troy@sanctuaryartcenter.org
Storytelling
Do you have a story to tell but don’t know where to start? Our storytelling program elevates young adults with an interest in visual, performing, and media arts to a place where they can learn, practice and perform their craft and become connected to the local arts and culture community. Throughout the internship, participants are provided instruction in play writing, improvisational acting, animation, and a variety of other storytelling techniques. They are given access to industry standard digital media programs and professional equipment so they may bring their stories to life. Throughout the year, interns create and perform original work in various locations throughout the Seattle area.
For more information about this program, or to apply for an internship, contact Sydney Angi at sydney@sanctuaryartcenter.org
Retail
Looking for a way to have fun, be part of a community, and learn some valuable job skills at the same time? Join our team of sales representatives at our retail storefront, Greenwood Pencil Box. This paid internship experience is designed to teach youth and young adults the ins and outs of the retail industry. Participants in the program learn to operate a standard POS system, manage inventory, create purchase orders and create an engaging retail atmosphere. Interns will also be given the opportunity to create marketing materials, promotional videos, and work with a variety of social media platforms.
For more information about this program, or to apply for an internship, contact Caroline Falt at caroline@sanctuaryartcenter.org
The Key Components of Our Success
All three of our our internship programs offer specific technical and vocational skills related to a particular industry. However, these skills are only one part of the experience. In addition, each program contains three core components designed to increase the overall employability of the participants.
Community Engagement
Positive engagement with the community helps youth discover a sense of self-worth and belonging. Whether it is working on t-shirt orders for a local client, providing customer service in local communities or creating an original public performance, all of our internships allow youth to interact and collaborate with members of their community.
Soft Skills of Employment
Sometimes showing up is half the battle. In our internship programs youth learn the basic skills needed for any type of employment. Skills taught include, but are not limited to: communication, dependability, initiative, teamwork, decision making and problem solving.
Introduction to Technology
Virtually all modern-day employment positions require a general knowledge of computer technology and applications. Within each internship, youth are introduced to various software programs. The goal is to boost their confidence and competence in learning new computer programs.