PROGRAM TYPES

INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM

All Destinations

Designed for students and recent graduates who wish to travel to New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, Austin, London, Berlin, Melbourne or Sydney.

LOCAL PROGRAM

US | UK | AU

Designed for local students, international students and recent graduates already residing in the United States, United Kingdom or Australia.

VIRTUAL PROGRAM

Online

Designed for students and recent graduates who wish to intern remotely with companies based in major creative cities.

PROGRAM INCLUSION

Inclusion

THE ARTBOUND INITIATIVE ACADEMY
A comprehensive course to provide each participant with the skills and preparation for success in their internship and career.

This includes:

2 course modules

Additional video tutorials and prep materials

6 live sessions with advisors & industry professionals

Certificate of completion

2 Course Modules Include:

Module 1: Profile & Travel Preparation

Live Onboarding Session with ABI advisors & fellow participants
Live Interview Preparation with a Senior Recruiter
Personalized Resume Feedback from a Certified Resume Writer
Personalized Portfolio Feedback from an Industry Expert*
Recruitment Preparation Video & Materials
Visa Preparation Video & Materials*

Module 2: Internship Readiness & Industry Coaching

Live Industry Preparation Session with an Industry Expert
Live Internship Preparation Session with a Senior Recruiter
Live Session, Post-Internship Planning with a Senior ABI Advisor
Live Session to meet the cohort of other participants
Online Brand & LinkedIn Video & Materials
Internship Preparation Video & Materials
Housing & Relocation Preparation & Materials*

*If Applicable

GUARANTEED INTERNSHIP PLACEMENT

With an expansive network of companies, ArtBound Initiative provides guaranteed internship placements within the creative industries. We have over 300 company partners which allows us to provide placement tailored to your career goals.

90% of participants receive placements in their top choice destination & internship types, and 98% of participants receive a placement. We offer a full program refund if no internship offer is received.

Internships are 3-6 months in duration, and can be part-time or full-time. Below are some of our company partners:

THE ABI NETWORK

The ArtBound Initiative program is not only about an internship, but it's about a community. Newcomers can connect with our international network of 1000+ current and past participants through our dedicated networking app and meet during our monthly events.

TRAVEL & ON-SITE SUPPORT

We offer travel and on-site support for our international programs, which include:

Visa processing
Insurance arrangements
Housing arrangements
ABI pre-trip information package, including ABI city guide to local creative scenes
In-city orientation
On-site support

TUITION & GRANTS

Tuition and sch

PROGRAM TUITION

1. LOCAL OR VIRTUAL PROGRAM: USD $2250*
For residents, international students, or citizens of any of our destinations, and for our virtual program.

2. INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM: USD $3250*
For students and recent graduates located outside of our destinations that require international travel.
*Internships longer than 3 months require an additional fee of USD $300/month.

PAYMENT OPTIONS

Choice of payment options as follows:

PAY IN 30:
> 25% deposit
> Remaining balance after 30 days

PAY IN INSTALLMENTS:
> 25% deposit
> 3 separate installments*

*Incurs additional 5.8% service fee

GRANTS & SCHOLARSHIPS

ArtBound Initiative offers financial needs based grants from USD $500 - $2250 for qualifying applicants of our local and virtual programs.

We also provide a database of scholarships and university-specific funding for applicants. More information can be found on our grants and scholarships page.