Glass Hub Internship

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Deadline: 30 April 2026

The Glass Hub Internship Programme is a great opportunity for graduates in glass or those interested in pursuing a career in glass to develop their skills in a supportive environment as part of a team. Since the programme began in 2016, interns have proved invaluable to the running of the glass school and have developed their skills and confidence in glassmaking. They have produced their own work, assisted and taught students on glass courses and have gone on to produce their own work, teach or join teams elsewhere as assistants or artists.

The Glass Hub Internship is an educational work placement opportunity suitable for individuals looking to gain experience in glassmaking and glass education, alongside developing their own work in a well-equipped glass studio. The successful applicants will experience a variety of roles that will include ‘glass technician’ and ‘glass teaching assistant’. They will be trained in the operation and maintenance of glassmaking equipment as well as undertake real-world experience in the operation of a busy glass school. They should have a grounding in glass, interested in developing new glass techniques and skills, and they need to be motivated and interested in making their own work to supplement their income.

• Duration: September 2026 to July 2027
• Hours: Hours vary week to week but interns could work up to a maximum of 30 hours in a week when we are running 5-day schools, and some weekends (especially weekends when courses are running) alongside their personal studio time.
• Remuneration: £500 per calendar month, plus use of the glass studio and equipment for personal use (hours negotiable).
• Requirements:
  • Glassmaking experience or a qualification in glassmaking (or related craft/art) discipline.
  • No formal qualifications are required but an interest in learning new skills and a passion for glass essential.
  • Strong work ethic and are expected to be self-motivated both on and off the clock.
  • Enthusiastic about engaging with people in a public facing environment.
  • reliable and punctual.
  • Fluent English speaking.
  • Be able to lift up to 25kg.
  • A full driving license and own car is essential as the school is in a rural location.

Future prospects include the potential to develop your glass practice as a glassblower or glass artist, or possible further employment with The Glass Hub as glass technician or tutor.