Opportunities listed here include but are not limited to fellowships, volunteer programs, and residencies.

BIPOC Artist Residency- Eno Arts Mill

One year of free, private, studio space in Studio D, a 250 square foot studio located in the Front Studios of the Eno Arts Mill. Artist applicants must be BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Color) living within a 30-mile radius of Hillsborough, NC. Nov. 20

Summer Dance Intensive- American Dance Festival

Each year, dance students and artists from around the world converge on the campus of Duke University in Durham, NC, to discover endless possibilities at the American Dance Festival. Under the leadership of Director of Education Nile H. Russell, the ADF School hosts its core summer programs: Summer Dance Intensive (SDI), the Pre-Professional Dance Intensive (PDI), and the Dance Professional Workshops (DPW); and winter program: New York City Winter Intensive.

Artist in Residency- McColl Center

McColl Center's Artist-in-Residence Program is an internationally acclaimed program that serves as a catalyst for artistic growth for emerging and mid-career artists. Jan. 3

Chamber Ensemble Residency- MGS Chamber Ensemble

The resident ensemble will have the opportunity to work with a mentor ensemble at the beginning of the residency, with a specific focus on programming and designing educational presentations. The ensemble will then perform as part of MGS programming with all marketing and concert operations provided. Nov. 4

Artist in Residence- Raleigh Arts

The City of Raleigh Department of Transportation is offering a one-year opportunity for an artist-in-residence to work with their Sign Shop. The selected artist will be responsible for designing creative wayfinding signs throughout downtown Raleigh, helping visitors navigate between sites, and creating family-friendly itineraries and routes. Oct. 30

Artist in Residence- Dix Park Conservatory

Nestled in the newly renovated Physician’s House at Dix Park, this one-year residency invites artists passionate about environmental art and land stewardship to create inspiring, sustainable works that engage and enrich the local community. Sept. 27

Interns- Southern Documentary Fund

We are seeking a Social Media Intern, Convening Intern, and a Database/ Research Intern to become valuable assets to our team! General information for the three positions is listed in link.

Internships- NC Museum of Art

The NCMA offers an on-site internship program with the possibility of occasional remote work. We are excited to give you the opportunity to have an NCMA staff mentor, docent support, and a cohort of intern peers from colleges in North Carolina and beyond. Deadlines December 15 for spring semester (February 7–April 12) April 15 for summer semester (June 5–August 9)

Paid Social Media Intern- Southern Documentary Fund

We are looking for an energetic and engaging, technically inclined, social media influencer to help SDF tell its story and expand our social media reach. 

Resident Artists Program -Odyssey Clayworks

This opportunity is designed for artist whose medium is clay and other natural materials. The deadline for submission is rolling.

Resident Artist Program -The Residency at 821

The Residency at 821 is an independent artists’ space for emerging and established artists who are looking for a place to reflect and create away from their usual environment. The deadline for submission is rolling.

Vacancies on the Durham Cultural Advisory Board -The City of Durham:

Vacancies are open until positions are filled.

Volunteer Teaching Assistant Program -Raleigh Little Theatre:

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.