Internship Highlights

Minimum Duration: 2-weeks
Maximum Duration: 12-weeks
Availability: All year round except for August and the two weeks around New Year’s Day
Fees: Starting from $1,950
Language: The internship is conducted in English
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 10am – 2pm & 5pm – 8pm
Location: Athens, Greece
Eligibility requirement: Must be 18 years old or over and preferably with least one year of undergraduate study completed, with a relevant scientific major such as arts, culture, history, classics, philosophy, or a related field etc. Interns must have a genuine interest in art/heritage and commitment to hands-on & observation of art-related procedures.
University Credit: Cerca Abroad in cooperation with Webster University (Athens Campus) is able to offer a transferable US university credit option for this internship program. Learn more here.

Cultural Arts & Heritage Internship

This is an in-country hands-on & observation program with provided shared housing and local team support.

Experience Art and Culture in the Heart of History
This unique internship program offers aspiring artists, art historians, and cultural heritage enthusiasts an opportunity to immerse themselves in the rich artistic traditions of Greece. Interns will work alongside accomplished artists and heritage experts, learning through hands-on practice and shadowing their daily creative processes across various artistic disciplines.

Program Highlights

• Hands-On Artistic Practice: Engage directly with art forms by learning and practicing basic techniques under the guidance of experienced artists. Disciplines include:
  • Marble Sculpting
  • Micromosaics
  • Painting
  • Ceramics
  • Calligraphy
  • Art Preservation/Conservation
• Shadowing Artists at Work: Observe artists during their creative process, gaining unique insights into their craftsmanship and methods.
• Tailored Learning Experience: Rotate through various art forms or focus on your chosen discipline, with a customized program designed to meet your artistic and professional interests.
• Cultural Integration: Collaborate with artists trained or experienced abroad (UK or USA), ensuring exposure to international expertise combined with local artistic traditions.
• Exposure to the Entire Artistic Process: From material preparation to finishing touches, participate in diverse aspects of creating and preserving art.

What You’ll Gain

• Practical skills in multiple artistic disciplines, guided by experts.
• A deep understanding of traditional and contemporary techniques in art and cultural heritage.
• Experience in art preservation and cultural heritage practices.
• A broadened appreciation for Greece’s rich artistic legacy and its role in global culture.

Program Details

• Location: Various art studios, workshops, and heritage sites in Greece.
• Schedule: Flexible, depending on the artist’s projects and your selected area of focus.
• Eligibility: Open to pre-art and fine arts students, cultural heritage students, and graduates with a passion for art, cultural preservation, and learning.
• Team Environment: Work with professionals experienced in international contexts, eliminating language barriers and fostering a globally-minded artistic exchange.

This internship provides an exceptional opportunity to develop your skills, deepen your understanding of artistic traditions, and actively participate in the preservation and creation of art within Greece’s vibrant cultural landscape.