High School Apprentice Training Program

The High School Apprentice Training Program at The Fabric Workshop and Museum in Philadelphia teaches high school students all aspects of hand screenprinting on fabric in the museum's professional studios. Apprentices create their own screenprinted artwork, build entrepreneurial and collaborative skills, learn how a museum operates, practice public speaking and giving tours, visit local art institutions, and receive portfolio and career guidance from artists and studio staff. The apprenticeship is paid: students earn minimum wage. Apprentices meet two afternoons a week during 12-week sessions in the spring (mid-January to mid-April), summer (mid-June to early August), and fall (mid-September to early December).

Open to high school students in the Philadelphia region. The application includes an interview, and students bring a portfolio of at least five recent artworks. Apprentices must be eligible to work in the United States, and those under 18 need a working permit. Deadlines are November 15 for the spring session, April 15 for summer, and July 15 for fall. Applications are sent by email.