Internship Opportunites
Join the Des Moines Arts Festival staff in the carefully detailed preparation and execution of the award-winning Festival. This is a fun-packed position that builds a diverse set of new skills and experiences!
We're looking for college students who are detail-oriented, adaptable and efficient in a fast-paced environment, and who want to dip their toes in the festival and event industry! Learn more about DMAF by checking out our 2024 final report.
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We currently are looking to fill two graphic design internship positions. They start part time in February through the end of the spring semester (hybrid option - we work around your school schedule) and then full time, in the office, May - July (bonus, great summer hours in July!). Learn more by clicking on the link below. Submissions are open through December 6.​​​
Graphic Design Internship Information
Event Management Internship Information
Heath Wheeldon
Graphic Design Intern, 2023
I loved my time at Des Moines Arts Festival because of the professional opportunities to create physical products for a massive audience, and the people that were able to help me along the way professionally and personally. I’m very grateful for my time there, I learned an immense amount of valuable knowledge.
Zoey Lohse
Waukee Intern, 2023
This experience deepened my appreciation for the arts and helped grow my skills in event planning and management immensely. I was able to connect with many industry leaders while also making wonderful friendships with all of the other interns and Event Management Team!
Colby Schwantes
Programs Intern, 2024
I enjoyed my internship at the Des Moines Arts Festival due to its real world application into my major. It helped grow my communication and time management skills while working on time sensitive projects. Overall, a great environment with even greater people!
Julia Smith
Programs Intern, 2024
My internship with the Des Moines Arts Festival allowed me to develop a greater understanding of my interests within the event planning and non-profit sphere. I gained confidence in my ability to communicate in professional settings, navigate unexpected events during the festival, and successfully balance a variety of tasks. The amazing DMAF team and group of interns made this experience even better!