Living ArtsEngine Alumni Internship Funding

Through the generosity of ArtsEngine and Living ArtsEngine Alumni, the Living ArtsEngine Internship program provides students who participated in the Living ArtsEngine Residential Learning Community the opportunity to receive funding for unpaid or underpaid internships. The goal is to assist students with offsetting the cost of living expenses while pursuing an internship experience. Students may be awarded up to $2000 in support of their internship experience.

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements:

  • The applicant must have participated in the Living ArtsEngine Residential Learning community as a first-year student, Peer Mentor or Residential Advisor.
  • The applicant must be a currently enrolled student at UM, returning in Fall 2024.
Criteria

Criteria for Internships:

  • The internship experience must be aligned with discipline(s) from the 5 north campus schools and colleges. 
  • The Internship experience must be relevant to the applicant’s career goals and professional development.
  • Preference is given to internships that provide a hands-on learning experience.
  • The experience should be guided by demonstrated professionals.
  • Interdisciplinary and team experience is a plus.
Application

All applications should include the following:

Personal statement

  • Provide a one paragraph statement that expresses why you are interested in this internship and how it relates to your career growth.

Budget

  • Provide a detailed budget and proposed usage of funds (housing, transportation etc).
  • Include information of other existing funding sources.

Review and Notification:

All applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis by the Living ArtsEngine Alumni Board March 15th – April 30th.

Students will be notified of their status within 2 weeks of the application deadline. Applying early is recommended before programming funding is expended.

**Financial aid packages may be affected for students currently enrolled for classes during the Internship period. Contact the ArtsEngine office for assistance.**

Deadlines

Application Deadlines:

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, March 15th – April 30th.

Spring/Summer 2025 Early Decision Due Date: Friday, March 14th. 

Notification Date: Friday March 28th

Spring/Summer 2025 Final Decision Due Date: Friday, April 18th

Notification Date: Friday, May 2nd