I Am Art. I Am Change. Apprenticeship
applications for the 2025-26 school year are open
Elevated Thought is excited to announce the 2025 I am Art. I am Change. Apprenticeship. This apprenticeship aims to provide artistic and financial opportunities for Merrimack Valley youth to explore and expand their creative skills. Apprentices will gain experience through working closely with our Teaching Artists to build their professional skills and artistic and social entrepreneurship.
We are offering apprenticeships in the following tracks:
● Visual Arts (painting, illustration, mural production, mixed media...)
● Photography + Videography (manual, digital, film, video, graphic design...)
● Creative Writing (poetry, spoken word performance, freestyle, essay, journalism...)
Apprenticeship Offerings:
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Apprentices start off at $15/hr for 8 hours per week with opportunities for additional commission and project stipends.
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Leadership opportunities through social justice themed public art projects
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Full access to our art supplies, equipment, and workspace.
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Transportation will be provided (pickup from Lawrence High).
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Professional mentorship
For any questions or concerns, please contact our Program Coordinator, michelle@elevatedthought.org
The application is now closed.
Apprenticeship Timeline
January 8, 2025 — Applications Open
March 27, 2025 — Open House @ Elevated Thought w/ Apprenticeship Info Session + Application Support
April 27, 2025 — APPLICATIONS FOR APPRENTICESHIP CLOSE
May to June 2025 — Application Review + Interviews
July 2025 — Apprentices are notified of application status
Early August —Paperwork is due
Early September — Apprenticeship Program Begins; Mandatory week of onboarding and Prep with Elevated Thought Staff