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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer student artist in the United States is $24.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Summer Student Artists are students who participate in art-related programs, internships, or jobs during the summer months. They may work on creative projects, assist professional artists or educators, and gain hands-on experience in various artistic disciplines such as painting, drawing, sculpture, or digital arts. These opportunities are designed to help students develop their artistic skills, build a portfolio, and explore potential careers in the arts. Summer Student Artists often work in art camps, museums, community centers, or with local art organizations.

What is the difference between Summer Student Artist vs Summer Intern?

AspectSummer Student ArtistSummer Intern
CredentialsEnrolled in art or related programsEnrolled in relevant academic programs
Work EnvironmentArt studios, galleries, cultural institutionsVaries; offices, labs, creative spaces
Industry UsageCommon in arts, museums, galleriesBroader; includes various industries
Job FocusCreating art, assisting with projectsSupporting projects, gaining industry experience

Summer Student Artists typically focus on creating art and developing their skills within artistic environments, often working directly on art projects. Summer Interns may have a broader range of responsibilities, supporting various departments or projects to gain industry experience. Both roles are designed for students, but the Summer Student Artist role is more specialized in art creation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer student artist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Student Artist, you need a foundational understanding of art techniques, creativity, and a portfolio demonstrating your skills, often supported by enrollment in an art program or relevant coursework. Familiarity with common art materials, digital design tools like Adobe Creative Suite, and studio equipment is typically required. Strong communication, collaboration, and time management skills help you work effectively on group projects and meet deadlines. These abilities are crucial for producing quality work, learning from feedback, and successfully contributing to artistic projects in a structured, often collaborative environment.

What types of projects and collaborations can a summer student artist expect to work on during their placement?

As a Summer Student Artist, you can typically expect to work on a variety of creative projects, such as assisting with community mural installations, supporting art workshops, or contributing to gallery exhibits. Collaboration is common; you'll often work closely with professional artists, arts educators, and other student artists to brainstorm ideas, plan activities, and execute art projects. This environment provides valuable exposure to different artistic techniques and real-world project management, fostering both your artistic and teamwork skills. The role often encourages creative input, allowing you to develop your portfolio while learning from experienced mentors.

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Regular Student Clerical - Liberal Arts Copy Center

University of Central Oklahoma

Edmond, OK • On-site

$8/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Position Overview

This is a regular student clerical position in which the student will perform computer and customer service-related duties in an office setting. Typical duties may include but are not limited to typing, filing, answering telephones, customer service, scheduling appointments, and Microsoft Office experience.

Hours per Week

  • Up to 25 hours per week, maximum, during fall and spring semesters. 
  • Up to 35 hours per week, maximum, during summer semesters.

College/Department Overview

Liberal Arts Copy Center.

Department Specific Job Functions

Copy Center Operation:

  • Make photocopies for students, faculty, and staff.
  • Assist with document preparation in MS Office and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Organize and distribute completed print jobs.
  • Answer Copy Center phones.

Technical Assistance to Liberal Arts faculty and staff:

  • Express motivation to learn how to perform basic troubleshooting for Liberal Arts classroom and office technologies.
  • This includes but is not limited to desktops, laptops, projectors and sound systems.

Enrollment Requirements

Fall/Spring Semesters: All student employees must be enrolled at least half-time to be eligible to work any UCO student position. Half-time enrollment for fall/spring semesters is considered 5 hours for graduates and 6 hours for undergraduates. International students must be enrolled full-time to be eligible to work as a student employee. Full-time enrollment is 9 credit hours for graduates and 12 credit hours for undergraduates.

Summer Semester: Student employees working regular student positions must be enrolled in at least 3 credit hours to be eligible to work during the summer. Students not enrolled in summer classes must be enrolled in fall classes in order to work during the summer, but they (and the department) will be required to pay FICA taxes. Student employees working FWSP positions must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours (if undergraduate) or 5 credit hours (if graduate) in order to work during the summer in a Federal Work Study Program position.

Enrollment Exception: If the number of credit hours needed to graduate is less than the minimum number of hours required for student employment, the student must obtain a letter from their Academic Advisor (stating the number of hours needed to graduate and anticipated graduation date) and submit it to Human Resources. This pertains to both regular and Federal Work Study Program positions. Contact jobs@uco.edu for more information.

Qualifications/Experience Required

  • Computer experience using Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong interest in computers and/or audio/visual equipment.
  • Must respect and be responsible of confidential and sensitive material.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Outlook, Word and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to follow directions and ability to follow through with a project until completion.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Sensitivity of intercultural communication.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Detail oriented.
  • Self-motivated.
  • Dependable.
  • Punctual.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodation, in accordance with ADA requirements, may be made upon request to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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