

Summer 2025 Youth Employment Application
Location: Dandelion Gallery and Studio, Waukegan, IL
Employment Dates: June 26, 2025 – August 17, 2025
(Approximately 20–25 total hours per month)
Compensation: $12.50 per hour (paid bi-weekly)
Eligibility: Applicants must be high school students (ages 14–18) and Illinois residents. Must be available part-time for 8-10 weeks to complete program.
Position Overview
Selected interns will:
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Assist with community mural touch-ups and public art beautification projects.
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Help plan, organize, and participate in community festivals and arts events.
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Learn how to support daily gallery operations, including customer service, art handling, and inventory.
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Receive training in art sales techniques for both e-commerce platforms and in-person sales.
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Help with marketing efforts, including social media promotions, newsletters, and flyers.
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Assist in the preparation, installation, and showcasing of a professional art exhibition.
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Participate in professional development workshops focused on artistic, administrative, and career-readiness skills.
Program Goals:
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Provide positive experiences and mentorship in the arts.
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Develop career skills in art business operations, marketing, and event planning.
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Foster stronger community connections through creative projects.
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Deepen understanding of the value of art in public and personal life.
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