Spring 2003

Internship at the Museum of the American Piano

We are looking for students interested in Arts Management. Graduate students are welcome to apply. Taking this internship program with the Museum will provide the person with real time experience to set up, build, organize and run a self- sustained concept from the beginning. The Intern will have the necessary equipment to implement the plan: computer, fast Internet access and personnel support. One will have the opportunity to learn principles and apply them from the start in a real life situation.

*The Project: Writing grant proposals:

§ Identify projects at the Museum for which grants may be available.

§ Search for foundations that have funds available for similar activities.

§ Make contact with them to evaluate the feasibility of writing a proposal.

§ Write the proposal.

§ Comply with grant-writing etiquette.

§ Present the package to the Executive Director and submit to the foundation.

§ If rejected, evaluate and draw conclusions.

*Working hours: 4 hours/ day, 3 –5 days a week. Flexible time.

*Compensation: the Museum offers to pay for local transportation and a modest stipend. Successfully running a project can lead to employment at the Museum.

*Location of the Museum: corner of Broadway and Reade Street (1 block north of Chambers street). The following subway stations are within a short walk:

City Hall: N and R

Chambers Street: 1, 2, 3, 9, A, C and E

Brooklyn Bridge: J, M, Z, 4, 5 and 6

*Contact person: Kalman Detrich, Executive Director

Tel: (212) 406-5242