Connecticut Studio Intern

Studio Intern - Connecticut Studio - Summer 2024

The mission of Ben’s Bells is to inspire, educate, and motivate people to realize the impact of intentional kindness, and to empower individuals to act according to that awareness, thereby strengthening ourselves, our relationships, and our communities. 

Recent research demonstrates that kindness benefits our physical and mental health and that recognizing kindness in others increases a person’s happiness and satisfaction. But just as solving a calculus problem requires advanced math skills, the challenges of daily life require advanced kindness skills. By focusing on kindness and being intentional in our personal interactions, we can improve our ability to connect. The mission of Ben’s Bells is to inspire individuals and communities to engage in kindness education and practice. For more information on the organization, visit www.bensbells.org. 

Position Summary  

The Studio Intern provides support to the Connecticut Studio by creating and overseeing volunteer production of ceramic ornaments, helping with other studio and merchandise tasks, and representing Ben’s Bells to the Connecticut community at events. 

Responsibilities

• Learn the process of creating, painting, and assembling ceramic ornaments, bells, jewelry, and other gifts and serve the studio’s volunteers by providing instruction and supervision of production
• Conduct retail sales
• Assist in working events (informing attendees about Ben’s Bells' mission and volunteer opportunities, selling merchandise, helping with hands-on activities)

 Essential Skills and Abilities

• Personal qualities of kindness, integrity, credibility, and commitment to the mission of Ben’s Bells
• Art education or experience (ceramic experience preferred but not required)
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to follow specific step-by-step instructions
• Demonstrated excellence in organizational and communication skills
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs

Requirements

• Internship must be for educational credit
• Minimum of 8 hours per week
• Required hours must be spent on-site at our Connecticut Location – 32 Stony Hill Road, Bethel, CT 06801
  
• Must be available for Saturday events

Timeline Summer 2024 - position will remain open until filled