Artist Residency (Internship) | UGA Office of Sustainability

The Office of Sustainability Artist in Residence (AiR) is a non-traditional position designed to infuse creativity into on-going OoS programs and activities, promote collaboration between artists and other disciplines, engage the campus community in new ways, and give artists an opportunity to explore ideas and develop work related to sustainability.

The AiR will spend up to 10 hours each week at the Office of Sustainability in the Chicopee Building, where they will embed in circular materials initiatives and develop at least one creative project that engages the campus and/or community (such as workshops, exhibitions, performance, intervention, etc.) around Earth Week. The AiR receives support and resources from the OoS, with guidance from the Social Ecology Lab and Ideas for Creative Exploration.

The artist in residence internship pays $12/hour

All arts disciplines are encouraged to apply here: https://sustainability.uga.edu/student-programs/internships/

The Office of Sustainability Student Internship Program provides opportunities for experiential learning and professional development while making a positive and tangible impact within the University of Georgia and Athens communities. The Office of Sustainability partners with campus and community organizations to identify real-world challenges and develop sustainable solutions. Leadership training is enhanced through a collaboration with J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development.

For any additional inquiries, contact 

Tyra Byers
University of Georgia
tyrab@uga.edu
17065425465