Graduate Fellow (Literary Arts)/ Summer Fellowship
Job description
Chautauqua Literary Arts convenes readers and writers of all ages in community, conversation, intensive craft development, and exploratory learning opportunities. Summer season programs for the Chautauqua Literary Arts department includes the Chautauqua Writers Center, Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle (CLSC), CLSC Alumni Association, Chautauqua Literary Arts Friends, Poetry Makerspace, youth programs. The Chautauqua Writers’ Festival is held prior to the summer season.
About Your Stipend
The stipend for this position is $2,000 for the summer season, June to August. Also included is a traditional Chautauqua gate pass, parking pass, on-grounds accommodations in Alumni Hall and meals at Bellinger Dining Hall.
About Your Learning Experience
- Attend Writers' Center workshops offered by the nationally recognized authors; may act as a workshop assistant.
- Gain valuable experience in mentorship by meeting weekly with two undergraduate students to critique their creative writing activities.
- Work closely with the Festival Director and the Literary Arts Director to hone your administrative skills.
- Critique the operation of the Poetry Makerspace.
About the Referral Program
Chautauqua Institution’s Referral Bonus Program is a talent solution to recruit, develop, and retain a diverse workforce that encompasses all the skills and experience necessary to deliver on our goals and objectives. Chautauqua Institution will provide a $250 referral bonus (less taxes) for active employees referring a new candidate who is hired and remains employed for at least 90-days from the first physical date of work. In the case of seasonal positions working less than 6-months, the new candidate must remain actively employed for at least 30-days from the first physical date of work and until the closing date of the season. The closing date of the season is the last Sunday in August.
About Your Schedule
Will be scheduled to attend literary events, critique, and write for an average of 20 to 25-hours/week. Scheduled hours may include evenings, weekends, and holidays based on the time of the events. In addition to scheduled hours, the Graduate Fellow will attend the Writers' Center workshops.
The Graduate Fellow will work with the Michael I. Rudell Director of Literary Arts to form a schedule for the summer.
About Living on the Grounds
The Literary Arts Graduate Fellow will live on the grounds of Chautauqua Institution in the Literary Arts Center at Alumni Hall.
About Chautauqua Institution
Chautauqua Institution is a not-for-profit global convener of dialogue on the most significant issues of the day through engagement across four pillars of the arts, education, religion, and recreation. The Chautauqua community is located on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State and comes alive each summer with a unique mix of visual and performing arts, lectures, interfaith worship/programs, and recreational activities. Chautauqua Institution owns and operates Chautauqua Hotel Company, a comprehensive hotel, food & beverage, conferencing, and events organization. The Institution’s office in Washington, DC is located strategically for an ongoing role in the cultural conversations of the nation.
Discovering Your Chautauqua Experience
There are countless ways that our talent will engage with our mission, vision, and diverse communities, and you are invited to immerse yourself in our programming as a gateway to this experience. Employees and Interns will receive a traditional Chautauqua gate pass, free of cost, which provides access to many of our programs at the Amphitheater. In addition to a traditional gate pass, employees and their families will receive full access to our current and historical programs online at CHQ Assembly.
Commitment to Values of IDEA
Chautauqua Institution values Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) as a priority in our strategic plan, 150 Forward. One of our five core values is “The dignity and contributions of all people.” We are committed to creating conditions in which everyone feels that they can engage as full and valued participants in the Chautauqua experience. The Institution is an equal opportunity employer committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices and applicants will not be discriminated against based on any status protected under federal, state, or local law. We especially welcome applications from those who can demonstrate past experience, engagement, and professional expertise in IDEA.
Joining Our Talent Community
Join our talent community online at CHQ.org/employment. You are encouraged to learn more about Chautauqua Institution at CHQ.org and view the 150 Forward Strategic Plan at 150fwd.CHQ.org.
Experience
Required- Enrolled in a graduate or doctorate creative writing program.
Education
Preferred- Masters or better in Creative Writing
- Bachelors or better in Creative Writing
Skills
Required- Creative Writing
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