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Apply for the Apprentice Program at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden

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The Brooklyn Botanic Garden is currently accepting applications for their Garden Apprentice Program (GAP), open to current 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students. You can read more about the program and the application requirements on their website at: https://www.bbg.org/learn/gap See Ms. Wilson in Room 139 if you have any questions. … [Read more...]

Internship Opportunities for Class of 2019

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Hello Seniors! Many of you have been asking about Internship Opportunities for this year -- here's your FIRST chance! In order to be considered for ANY internships this school year (between now and June 2019), you MUST complete the online application here: http://cteapplication.nycdoeopsr.org -- make sure you have your resume ready to upload AND you answer the questions as part of your application. Once you have completed the online CTE application, you are required to complete Ms. Wilson's survey at: https://goo.gl/forms/RtCHYNADkAxIqv6D3 The following positions are currently available through the CTE ISP (Industry Scholars Program) Internship Program. Please read about the opportunities carefully, and see Ms. Wilson or Mr. Codio … [Read more...]

Afterschool Design Classes at Pratt — Apply Online This Week!

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Design Initiative for Community Empowerment (DICE) is an after school program that introduces students to the challenges of creative thinking and problem-solving through studio classes in design. Students investigate their communities through various design disciplines such as fashion design, architecture and urban design, and entrepreneurship. While increasing civic education and social responsibility, students also learn about educational opportunities and career possibilities in design. DICE classes are developed in collaboration with the Schools of Art, Design, and Architecture, and are taught by faculty. WHSAD students are invited to apply for the DICE program at Pratt Institute -- you can find more information about the program … [Read more...]

Fall Internships at Park Avenue Armory

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All students who are at least 16 years old are invited to apply for Park Avenue Armory's Youth Corps internship program for the fall semester. Applications are due by Friday, September 21st and can be returned to Ms. Wilson in Room 139. See the application below for more information. If you have questions, see Ms. Wilson. … [Read more...]

Internships Available at The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Are you a 10th or 11th grader looking to do a museum or arts-related internship this school year? The Metropolitan Museum of Art is currently accepting applications for their school-year internship program, which runs from January 5 -- June 14, 2019. The deadline to apply is October 26, 2018.  You can learn more about the Met's Internship Program on their website: https://www.metmuseum.org/about-the-met/internships/high-school/school-year-high-school-internships See Ms. Wilson in Room 139 during 1st or 8th period if you have questions or want help with your application.  … [Read more...]

Summer Internship Applications Available!

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Applications are now available for the 2017 WHSAD Summer Internship Program! There are approximately 30 positions available at various sites across New York City with companies and organizations related to architecture, engineering, design, construction, preservation, etc. Sophomores and Juniors, who are 16 by May 15th, are eligible to apply this year. You will need a current resume, and a short writing sample. Application packets are available from your CTE teacher, guidance counselor, AP, or Ms. Wilson in Room 139.  Don't miss out! Applications are due Tuesday, March 28th! … [Read more...]

WHSAD Students Begin Design Competition

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As part of WHSAD's ongoing partnership with Heritage Equity Partners, six pairs of students will spend the next two months designing the 25 Kent sales office that will be built out this summer in the building currently rising at 55 North 10th Street, here in Williamsburg. Students will be mentored by architects from Gensler, who will provide regular feedback on the students' plans as they develop their designs for the interior space, including the layout, finishes, and renderings. As the initial meeting for this project, the students took a tour of 55 North 10th Street on Wednesday, March 16th where they were able to see the different stages of construction the hotel is in, and spent time taking measurements in the sales office space. … [Read more...]