Class of 2026 Application Open April 1st-May 31st!
Overview
To find more information about this paid internship opportunity, go to our About Caminos page or simply email caminos@austintexas.gov with a message titled "Caminos Class of 2026". Feel free to reach out with any questions you may have!
ESB-MACC CAMINOS Teen Leadership Program - How to Apply:
Students must complete the Class of 2026 Application form, as well as have a Teacher Recommendation Form submitted on Google Forms before Midnight, May 31st, 2025.
Qualified applicants should:
- Currently be a High-School Student living in the Central Texas area.
- Between the ages 16-18. (Or turning 16 in the year that they apply!)
- Be interested in exploring careers in the arts/creative industries.
- Be passionate about their creativity.
- Demonstrate strong interest in exploring Latinx issues.
- Have a track record of reliability and strong work ethic.
- Passionate about enriching the ESB-MACC community.
- Be able to work legally in the US.
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More About Caminos
In the Caminos Teen Leadership Program, teens will learn special skills including:
Paid Internships & Job Experience
Students become paid interns at the ESB-MACC and get to work with outstanding professionals in areas that are relevant to their career path. They will work for 6-8 weekly hours on average earning about $20 per hour. Both interns and professionals will undergo an orientation process and receive guidance from the program coordinator along the way in order to ensure that the internships are both meaningful and productive for all parties involved.
Portfolio Guidance
Having a strong collection of works is essential for any creative professional to move forward in their career. That is why we will be offering portfolio guidance and support so Students can graduate from our program with robust work samples ready to be shared with universities, prospective clients and employers alike.
Collaborative Projects
Students will participate in a series of creative projects alongside accomplished artists which will focus on the promotion and preservation of Latin American culture in our communities. Types of projects include the creation of a graphic novel from A to Z; the making of a Mural, the production and branding of a Latinx Blog/Podcast, collaborations with local filmmakers, musicians and more!
Artist Mentorships
In order for us to improve at our craft there should be an exchange of techniques and ideas with others in our field. When young creatives are able to have this exchange with accomplished artists as mentors, the possibilities for rapid and meaningful growth often become a reality. Our Artist Mentorships are designed to benefit both parties by facilitating productive discourse with the aim of providing meaningful hands-on activities for the Student while the Artist benefits from the added energy, enthusiasm and extra help.