Where creativity meets opportunity
Artists at Work
Artists at Work equips students and alumni with the professional skills, career guidance, and real-world experiences needed to build sustainable creative careers. Through personalized advising and experiential learning opportunities, we help artists turn their education into meaningful professional opportunities.
With our close-knit community of 500 students, faculty, and staff work one-on-one with you to achieve your personal and professional goals. We work inside and outside the classroom to provide opportunities for applied problem-solving and skill development.
Throughout the four-year curriculum, students learn about how their studio practice can translate into making a difference and making a living. Our support doesn’t end at graduation. We are here for all of our alumni. As their careers grow and change, we grow with them.
Artists at Work Initiatives
49 Oak
49 Oak presents student work and hosts activities tied to classroom projects, from popup shops to exhibitions. During summer months, programming focuses on work created by the College’s alumni network.
Internships
We encourage our students to participate in internships as a means of gaining real-world experience and a better understanding of potential career paths.
Career Counseling
Artists at Work offers individualized career counseling to students and alumni. To book a meeting, email artistsatwork@meca.edu
Resources & Opportunities
We are committed to keeping our community informed of professional development opportunities, including grants, fellowships, residencies, and other resources that support artistic and career growth.
Portfolio Day
Portfolio Day offers students the chance to share their portfolios with a broad spectrum of professionals ranging from creative directors, to independent artists, local publishers and in-house teams. We offer an in person Portfolio Day in the Fall, and a virtual Portfolio Day in the Spring.
Above and Beyond Grant
Our Above and Beyond Grant helps currently enrolled BFA, MFA, and MAT students access structured opportunities and experiences that take them above and beyond the College's classrooms and facilities.
Career Guide
Current students and recent graduates can use this guide to help kickstart a career. Each section outlines practical steps, tips, and tools that can complement your education as you explore professional opportunities.
Connect with Artists at Work
Artists at Work
Interested in hiring a student? Please fill out this inquiry form and we will get back to you about next steps. Interested in hosting a student as an intern? Please fill out this internship opportunity form and we will share it with our students.
Jenny McGee Dougherty '05
Director of Artists at Work
Jillian Impastato
Associate Director of Artists at Work & Alumni Relations