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  • Abbie
    Mayfield HS Interactive Media Design Intern
    Spring 2026

    Abigail “Abbie” Leamer is a student in Mayfield’s Interactive Media class and has a passion for creativity and self-expression. Their artistic journey began with the indie game Five Nights at Freddy’s, which inspired them to start creating fan art. What started as a niche interest quickly grew into a meaningful creative outlet.
    As Abbie has grown, so have their artistic skills and perspective. They believe that art—whether through drawing or painting—can reveal a great deal about a person. Gaming and visual art remain their primary interests, shaping both their style and inspiration.
    Abbie has developed a strong foundation in traditional art and is currently focused on improving their digital art skills, continuing to evolve as an artist with each new piece they create.

  • Sabina
    Hathaway Brown Senior Intern
    Spring 2026
    Sabina is currently a senior at Hathaway Brown School, and a new intern at FIG for the Hathaway Brown School Showcase: Bittersweet; Collections. As a part of her senior project, she is completing an independent student-designed internship focused on learning beyond the classroom under professional mentorship. To further her experience and passion for art, she is excited to assist with content creation, print-making, and the organization, setup, and operation of the gallery. She is eager to learn more about running an art gallery and contribute to a meaningful and engaging artistic experience. Next year, Sabina will attend the University of Colorado Boulder to study psychology, and continue to pursue her interest in the arts.
  • Reyna
    Hathaway Brown Intern
    Spring 2026
    Hi my name is Reyna, and I am a junior at Hathaway Brown. I have been creating for as long as I can remember: painting, printmaking, mixed media work, and much more. My work has been nationally recognized by various competitions over the years. Beyond my love for creating I am also interested in art history, and curation. In addition to interning at the FIG Gallery I am a Currently Under Curation Fellow at the Cleveland Museum of Art where I have been assisting in the behind the scenes work of the museum's newest exhibition Martin Puryear Nexus. In addition I completed a 5 week summer art intensive at New York University in the summer of 2025, and a pre-college program at the Cleveland Institute of Art in the summer of 2024. My passion for art is the driving force that has pushed me to have all of these incredible opportunities, and I am so excited to work with FIG, bringing in my previous knowledge to assist with the behind the scenes operations of Hathaway Brown's Bittersweet; collections showcase.

BECOME A FIG INTERN

FIG Internships provide opportunities to learn from local professionals, advance one's own skills and connect with the community.

Intern applications are reviewed 3 times a year. Internships are limited and open to all students and self taught creatives.


  • Access to the silkscreen print studio / tech lab during designated hours.
  • Free access to certain Pivot Center events and programs.
  • Networking opportunities/connections to community leaders.
  • Possible commissioned work and/or teaching opportunities.

FIG internships are unpaid but provide:


  • Studio Intern
    The Studio Intern helps support FIG's nearly 3,000 sq. ft. print shop and tech lab. The Studio Intern will work directly with FIG's Studio Manager. The Intern should have some knowledge and interest in silkscreen and digital software.


    Studio Intern Responsibilities include:

    • Screen Care: Learn to coat, burn and reclaim screens

    • Studio Maintenance: General cleaning of the studio, press and equipment maintenance

    • Workshop Preparation: Prep materials for classes and workshops

    • Hands-On Printing and Designing: Prepping designs and screens, printing for studio events / off-site events

    • Digital Design: Help support our designers in converting artwork digitally and preparing it for screen printing

Time commitment:
1 day (6 hours) a week
Duration of internship:
3 months to 1 year
Winter/Spring internship:
January – June
Summer internship:
June – August
Fall/Winter internship:
August – December
Qualifications:
We are looking for interns who have a knowledge of silkscreen and digital arts and/or have an interest in working in that field. Those interested in learning about starting a small business may also apply. The intern must have good communication skills, be friendly, have excellent organizational skills, and a good work ethic.
APPLY TO BE AN INTERN WITH THE FORM BELOW
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Open Call / Paid Internship
CLOSED for: Community Outreach Intern.
Stay tuned for the further announcements.
Meanwhile, please apply for FIG seasonal Internship.