APPRENTICESHIPS

WITS Apprenticeship for Writers of Color 
The Writers in the Schools Apprenticeship for Writers of Color is designed to act as a pathway for writers who would like to gain the experience necessary to be hired as a teaching artist in Literary Arts’ WITS program. Participants will learn alongside peers through workshops focusing on curriculum, instruction, and building trust and connection in the classroom. Following the workshop series, apprentices will gain hands-on experience while shadowing and supporting a WITS residency from start to finish. Click here for more information on how to apply.

If you have applied to a previously posted position, the hiring process is likely ongoing. All applicants will be notified by email of the status of the application.

FULL-TIME POSITIONS

There are no full-time positions open at this time.

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PART-TIME POSITIONS

There are no part-time positions open at this time.

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CONTRACT POSITIONS

Writing Class Instructors: Literary Arts is happy to hear from experienced teachers interested in offering multi-week or one-day writing classes for adults at our downtown literary center. Visit this page for more information about teaching for us.

Readers Seminar Guides: Literary Arts welcomes seminar proposals to facilitate in our Readers Seminars program. We seek experienced group facilitators/teachers eager to lead discussion-based seminars on compelling literary texts and topics. Visit this page for more information on applying to be a seminar guide.

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INTERNSHIPS

Events Internship (Programs for Writers)

Literary Arts seeks two Events Interns to assist Programs for Writers with the preparation and facilitation of events at our Central Eastside headquarters at 716 SE Grand Avenue. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Programs for Writers support, promote, and celebrate Oregon’s writers and publishers. In addition to the Oregon Book Awards & Fellowships for emerging and established writers, Programs for Writers also offers writing classes, readers seminars, and free literary events at our headquarters in Portland’s Central Eastside. Applications accepted on a rolling basis until positions are filled. Click here to learn more about the internship, including how to apply.