BTS Arts Internship

Job Description

About Company
Weber State University (WSU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment. WSU strives to create a culture where all individuals feel valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without discrimination based on protected categories such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or other categories as mandated by law and university policy (refer to Weber State University’s Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Job Description, Detailed

• Position Title: BTS Arts Internship
• Requisition Number: H00824P
• Position Category: Hourly/Work Study
• Campus Location: Off Campus
• Hours per week: 2-6
• Months per year: 4
• Hourly Pay Rate: $15.00
• Job Summary/Basic Function: The internship offers an opportunity to learn about arts integration and gain experience with the BTS Arts program. Participants will develop skills in teaching elementary arts integration across music, dance, drama, or visual art. This position serves as a stepping stone for future BTS Arts roles.
• About BTS Arts Program: BTS Arts is a statewide arts integration initiative that places highly-qualified arts educators in elementary schools. It is legislatively funded and managed by the Utah State Board of Education, with WSU supporting the program through its Arts Learning Collaborative. The program is expanding, anticipating the hiring of approximately 48-96 new BTS Arts educators over the next 7 years within the WSU service area (Davis School District, Weber School District, Ogden School District, and surrounding charter schools). These potential teaching positions will be in music, dance, drama, and visual art, offered as part-time or full-time roles, and provide the opportunity to earn required teaching licenses and arts endorsements while working.
• Internship Details:
• Paid at $15/hour.
• Positions are available in elementary (K-6) music, dance, drama, and visual art.
• Flexible scheduling is offered.
• Maximum 20 hours per semester.
• Required Qualifications: Basic knowledge of one or more art forms, including dance, music, drama, or visual art.
• Preferred Qualifications: Prior teaching experience.
• Background Check: Not required.
• Application Process: To apply, candidates must complete the online application, attach a resume, and provide contact information for three references. If hired, candidates will be required to complete appropriate Payroll and HR documents before commencing work. The screening of applicants will begin immediately.
• Important Note: Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have previously worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for a period of six months following their salaried employment.
• Key Dates:
• Job Open Date: 08/20/2025
• Review Date: 08/30/2025
• Job Close Date: 09/15/2025