If you are interested in working with BYA in the summer of 2025, please complete this application AFTER submitting your Youthworks application here. We can only accept young people who have applied through YouthWorks - applications are due on 04.04.25.

HOW TO APPLY TO THE SUMMER 2025 BYA STUDIO APPRENTICE PROGRAM

Step 1: Apply to YouthWorks

Step 2: Complete this application (the form below)

Step 3: Email your Youthworks confirmation receipt to jobreadiness@bmoreyoutharts.org

BYA staff will then contact you!

Priority will be given to youth connected to DJS.

What is the Studio Apprentice Program?


The Studio Apprentice Program is a creative entrepreneurship and job training program that provides artistic and professional opportunities to young people, ages 14-20, with a focus on those involved in the justice system. Our mission is to assist young people in gaining the creative, personal, and educational skills that will enable them to become leaders in their communities.

Studio Apprentices are paid $15/hour

Throughout the Studio Apprentice Program, Apprentices gain creative and professional skills through:

  • Graphic Design, Screen Printing, Painting, Drawing, Sculpture

  • Life and Job Readiness Classes

  • College application assistance

  • Entrepreneurship / Business Development

  • Portfolio Development

  • Event and program planning in the BYA Gallery and Store

  • Product development for BYA’s online and studio store as well as for pop-up events

  • Assisting with the BYA store and working sales events ( pop-ups, fairs, and other events around the city)