Behind the Scenes: Internships & Volunteer Roles

Why Intern with Creative OPERAtions?

As a small nonprofit, Creative OPERAtions offers interns a unique, hands-on experience. Although this is an unpaid volunteer position, you'll work directly with the Founder and Artistic Director, gaining insight into all aspects of running a community-focused arts organization. Unlike large nonprofits, where interns are often limited to one department, here you’ll contribute meaningfully across production, outreach, marketing, and event planning. Your ideas will matter, your work will have real impact, and you'll build direct connections with artists, partners, and the community. This is a chance to grow, lead, and create with purpose.

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Development Intern

Creative OPERAtions is seeking a motivated Development Intern to support our fundraising and community-building efforts. This hands-on opportunity is perfect for someone passionate about the arts and nonprofit work, with strong writing and organizational skills.

What You’ll Do:

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• Research individual donors, companies, and foundations

• Draft letters of inquiry, solicitations, and acknowledgements

• Write for newsletters, social media, and special projects

• Assist with development planning and event support

• Maintain databases, calendars, and mailing lists

• Help with mass mailings and general administrative tasks
   

What We’re Looking For:

 

• Strong communication and writing skills

• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Sheets

• Detail-oriented and organized

• Interest in fundraising, storytelling, and making an impact through the arts

You’ll work directly with our Founder and Artistic Director, gaining real-world experience and making a meaningful contribution to our mission.

This position requires a commitment of 6–10 hours per week, with a flexible schedule. Most responsibilities can be completed remotely during regular business hours. While attendance at events is not required, there may be occasional opportunities to observe or assist with donor-facing activities if desired.

This is an unpaid volunteer position, though students may arrange to receive college credit through their institution.

To apply: Email your resume and a brief statement of interest to Corinne Schaefer, Founder & Artistic Director, at contact@creative-operations.org

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Marketing Intern

Creative OPERAtions is seeking a creative and proactive Marketing/PR Intern to support our outreach and storytelling efforts. This is a great opportunity for someone interested in arts marketing, media relations, and community engagement.

What You’ll Do:

 

• Assist with marketing and PR campaigns for events and programs

• Create and curate engaging social media content

• Write and edit press releases, e-blasts, and promotional materials

• Support outreach at performances and events like Feed the Soul

• Help with grassroots marketing and community promotion

• Research and pitch to local media, bloggers, and influencers

• Build and maintain media contact relationships

What We’re Looking For:

 

• Strong communication and writing skills

• Familiarity with social media platforms and basic content tools

• Detail-oriented, organized, and a team player

• Comfortable interacting with the public at events

• Interest in arts marketing, public relations, and creative storytelling

You’ll work directly with our Founder and Artistic Director, gaining meaningful experience in nonprofit communications and media strategy.

This position involves a commitment of 6–10 hours per week, with flexible scheduling. Occasional evening or weekend availability may be appreciated for key events and community programs.

This is an unpaid volunteer position, though students are encouraged to arrange for college credit through their academic institution. To apply: Email your resume and a brief statement of interest to Corinne Schaefer, Founder & Artistic Director, at contact@creative-operations.org