Civil Art 2026 Editorial Internship

Civil Art is seeking an Editorial and Programming Intern for the Spring-Summer 2026 semester (with mentorship from Nina Chkareuli - curator and founder of Hot Coffee Conversations). This position is ideal for students and recent graduates interested in art, writing, editing, and cultural production who want hands-on experience in creating cultural narratives based on the work of the leading arts professionals. While this is an unpaid internship, students will receive school credit and—most importantly—mentorship, professional development, and access to a thriving community of API artists, creatives, and industry professionals.

Location: Remote
Type: Internship (Part-time, Unpaid)
Duration: 3 Months
Start Date: April 27, 2026 - July 27,2026
Hours: 15-18 hours per week (flexible)
Compensation: Unpaid; school credit available

Key Responsibilities
- Editorial Coordination: Liaising with artists, writers, curators, and cultural practitioners to support the preparation and publication of conversations, interviews, and written features
- Content Research: Identifying relevant artists, exhibitions, and cultural initiatives for potential interviews, discussions, and editorial collaborations
- Newsletter & Communications: Supporting the preparation and distribution of newsletters and other communications to maintain engagement with the platform’s audience
- Social Media & Outreach: Assisting with research and preparation of content for social media features highlighting artists, exhibitions, and cultural discourse
- Archive & Database Management: Maintaining organized records of contributors, conversations, publications, and related project materials
- General Team Support: Participating in editorial meetings, contributing ideas for future conversations and collaborations, and assisting with day-to-day operational tasks

What You’ll Gain
- Mentorship from founder of Hot Coffee Conversations platform Nina Chkareuli and the platform team
- Hands-on experience in editorial and writing
- Unique experience to work on the growth of a cultural platform
- Opportunities to expand your professional portfolio with real-world projects
- Networking connections with artists, curators, and cultural organizations across the U.S. and internationally
- Access to Civil Art’s community, resources, and creative network

About Civil Art
Civil Art is a nonprofit organization dismantling barriers to professional success for API artists, art writers, and cultural professionals. It organizes as connective tissue in the arts ecosystem, building the networks, providing the milestones, and creating the foundations that turn creative potential into lasting cultural leadership.
Civil Art is fiscally sponsored by (Players Philanthropy Fund) 501©3 nonprofit organization.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled or recently graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program.
• Students pursuing degrees in Art History, Arts Management and Creative Writing are preferred but not required
• Strong writing, editorial, and communication skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a remote setting.
• Critical thinking and a strong interest in community building.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop), Google Workspace, and presentation platforms such as Pitch (or similar) is strongly preferred.

Application Instructions

Please send your resume and a cover letter to info@ninamdivani.com with the subject line Civil Art Spring-Summer 2026 Editorial Internship Application no later than 04/20/2026.

You’re encouraged to submit one page of your best writing sample that is an essay, a review, or a statement on a contemporary cultural topic, as this is a highly competitive opportunity.