Work Exchange 2008
Scholarship Program

Peters Valley will offer a very limited number of work exchange scholarships during the summer of 2008. The Work Exchange Scholarship Program is designed to provide students, who might otherwise not have funds for workshop tuition, with the opportunity to pursue their artistic education by exchanging work hours for workshop tuition.  The program additionally provides Peters Valley with a seasonal work force that accomplishes needed repairs and renovations to our buildings and grounds.

The program works in the following way:

• Eight hours of supervised work earns one day of workshop tuition.

• An additional hour of supervised work earns one night’s accommodation in our youth hostel where you can prepare your own meals.
• All work hours must be completed prior to the start of the workshop.

You will be assigned specific projects that are often physically demanding, outdoors, and at heights.  You may be scraping, painting, mowing, hauling garbage...or even washing dishes in the kitchen. You need to be in good shape and full of energy.   You’ll be supervised but will need to be a self-starter and take pride in the work you do.

In exchange, however, you’ll be able to participate in workshops taught by some of the craft world’s leading artists, who are innovators in their fields and great teachers.  And you’ll be staying in one of the most beautiful areas of New Jersey with access to great hiking and summer fun on the Delaware River.

It is expected that work exchange students will work diligently and effectively following the guidelines established by their supervisor. It is also expected that all program participants will behave maturely. If work or behavior is not deemed appropriate, the Executive Director retains the right to terminate participation in the work exchange program.

To apply, return the enclosed application form and your resume by April 1, 2008. After that date please contact the office as to availability.  You must also include a letter of intent, stating why you feel we should award you a work exchange scholarship along with any skills you may have (carpentry, painting, etc.).  In mid-April successful applicants will receive notice of their participation and work schedule.

Should you have questions, please contact Jennifer Brooks at 973-948-5200.

We look forward to receiving your application!

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