Join the Orbit
Be more than an observer.
Where art meets the cosmos
Step into a creative internship experience built for emerging artists, designers, filmmakers, and storytellers. At Space2Inspire, interns become part of a working creative studio, contributing to real exhibitions, campaigns, and visual projects that extend beyond the classroom. You will collaborate with practicing creatives, build portfolio-ready work, and grow in an environment designed for experimentation, expression, and exploration.
Program Experience
Everything you gain, learn, and build inside the Space2Inspire Internship Program.
Portfolio Development
Build portfolio-ready creative work through real projects aligned with your track.
- Complete track-specific creative projects
- Build professional portfolio pieces
- Develop technical + creative execution skills
- Produce real, publishable work
Real Studio Experience
Work inside an active creative environment with real deadlines and live projects.
- Contribute to gallery exhibitions
- Work on live campaigns and installations
- Collaborate with creative teams
- Experience production pipelines end-to-end
Mentorship & Growth
Learn directly from creative professionals through feedback and collaboration.
- Receive ongoing creative mentorship
- Improve workflow and execution
- Participate in critique sessions
- Build confidence in creative direction
✶ Mission Log ✶
A guided timeline through the S2I internship — from onboarding and creative development to real production work and final exhibition outcomes.
Entering the Studio System
Introduction to workflows, creative environment, and studio expectations.
- Studio orientation & culture immersion
- Tool setup and pipeline training
- Active project exposure
Skill Calibration
Structured creative development through guided practice and feedback.
- Design + media fundamentals
- Small production tasks
- Mentor critique cycles
Live Creative Work
Real production work inside active studio pipelines and exhibitions.
- Campaign + exhibition contributions
- Deadline-based production
- Team collaboration workflows
Creative Ownership
Independent responsibility over portfolio-level creative output.
- Project leadership
- Portfolio refinement
- Deep critique sessions
Mission Completion
Final exhibition presentation and portfolio launch.
- Public showcase contribution
- Final portfolio polish
- Creative reflection + review
☆ Explore Open Internship Tracks ☆
Social Media & Marketing
Campaign systems and audience strategy.
Film & Media Production
Visual storytelling and production workflows through videography + photography.
Design & Art
Brand, packaging, merchandise, and product systems.
Animation & 3D + Game Design
Motion graphics, animation, and interactive storytelling.
Technology & Digital Systems
UX/UI, web + app design, computer science, and digital experiences.
Space2Inspire Internship Application
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Before you Join the Crew
Eligible applicants are students currently enrolled in an accredited Maricopa College who are pursuing academic credit through their institution. Applicants should be studying in Fine Arts, Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Digital Media, Film and Production, or a closely related creative field.
We look for students comfortable in creative softwares, programs, and tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, Audition), Blender, Figma, Notion, or similar platforms. Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills are also important.
Our Fall 2026 applications will open in early July. Applicants can expect to hear back from the team by August 2026.
No referral is required. All applications are reviewed equally based on alignment, interest, and creative potential.
Take time to understand Space2Inspire before applying and share why this environment resonates with you. We strongly encourage cover letters, portfolios, and personal websites because they help us understand your creative voice beyond your resume. Focus on showing curiosity, intention, and alignment with the program you are applying for.
Space2Inspire is a creative studio and learning environment built around the idea that every individual carries a unique creative space. It was created to help students develop their voice through real creative practice, collaboration, and hands-on studio experience.
Explore more about our company on the About page.
You will work on a range of gallery and studio-based projects throughout the program. This includes branding systems, visual campaigns, media production, exhibition design, and experimental creative work. You will also be assigned longer-term track-specific projects designed to strengthen your portfolio in your area of focus.
You will work very closely with our Creative Director; Lead, as well as other members of the studio team throughout the program. Mentorship is integrated directly into the workflow through ongoing feedback, collaboration, and project reviews.
Our Fall '26 internship program runs from August to December.
Compensation: Unpaid | Academic Internship Credit Available.
Important: Students are responsible for coordinating with their academic advisor to ensure the internship meets their institution’s credit requirements.
Students may work 10-15 hours per week depending on availability and academic schedule. Participation in this program does not guarrantee, nor imply a paid position to Space2Inspire at the conclusion of the program.
The mission of Space2Inspire is to create opportunities for emerging creatives to develop confidence, build meaningful work, and grow through hands-on studio experience. It is about helping students use their own creative space to inspire themselves and others through practice and collaboration.
Space2Inspire is committed to building a creative environment where students feel supported, respected, and able to contribute fully. We believe that creativity is shaped by lived experience and that diverse perspectives strengthen every project we create together. Inclusion here is reflected in how we collaborate, communicate, and build work as a studio.
You will work very closely with Sian Proctor and her team to support and develop Space2Inspire initiatives through collaborative creative work and studio projects.