About the Theatre Arlington Internship Program
The Theatre Arlington internship program provides high school and
college students an opportunity to engage in hands on theater
training from Theatre Arlington staff, artists and craftspeople. An
internship with Theatre Arlington is a valuable supplement and
follow-up to a strong theatrical education.
Theatre Arlington Internship Program Mission
Theatre Arlington's Internship Program exists to provide interns
with training and educational opportunities that will expand their
knowledge of working in professional theater.
2010 Summer Internship Opportunities
Theatre Arlington is currently recruiting summer interns for
2010. Interns may apply for summer internships from March 1, 2010 -
April 30, 2010. Applications received after the deadline will not be
considered. The summer internships run from June 1 - August 31,
2010. For certain internships, these dates may differ slightly.
Please read the internship description for the department(s) you are
applying for to get the internship dates. Please only apply for
posted opportunities. We do not offer internships in acting.
Internships at Theatre Arlington are unpaid (small stipends for
Summer Camp Interns); however, interns receive other employee perks
such as development opportunities, complimentary TA tickets,
invitations to meet and greets, staff meetings and more.
Internship Applicant Guidelines:
1. All applicants must be at least 14 years old and have met the
education level requirements for the internship he/she is applying
for. Please read the internship description carefully.
2. All applicants must be high school or college students
(undergrad or graduate) or recent graduates (within the past year).
3. We do not offer internships in acting.
4. Interns may apply for summer internships from March 1, 2010 -
April 30, 2010.
5. Additional summer internships will be posted in the near
future. If you are interested in what other opportunities may become
available, check this page at least once per week.
How to Apply
To apply for an internship, please complete the internship
application (page
1 and page
2) and provide the following:
- three letters of recommendation from people who know your work
well such as employers, teachers, professors, supervisors or
mentors.
- a resume of work, theater experience and any relevant
training.
- a personal statement of 500 words or less that answers all of
the following questions:
- Why
are you interested in an internship with Theatre Arlington?
- What
Strengths would you bring to this internship?
- What
are your career goals and how would a TA internship assist you
in attaining those goals?
- Please
include a personal statement, resume and letters of
recommendation with the completed application.
- If
you are not including all of your letters of recommendation,
please note when you will send them.
- Applications
that do not include all of the requested info and
recommendations are considered incomplete and will not be viewed
until all materials are turned in.
- Please
make sure to turn in all materials prior to the deadline.
Materials received after the deadline will not be considered.
Development
The Development intern will gain professional work experience by
assisting the Development Director in expanding our fundraising
goals and sponsor efforts.
Requirements: Must be 18 years of age or older. Completed at least one
year of college/university studies. Study focus should be on fund
development and/or theater management. Unpaid.
Directing
An internship in directing provides the opportunity for observation of a
professional director and exposure to the often complicated process
of mounting a production in a large professional not-for-profit
theater.
Requirements: Must be 16 years of age or older. Must have directed at
least on production. Study focus should be on directing and/or
theater. Unpaid.
Marketing
A Marketing Department internship will expose the intern to a
fast-paced, exciting and creative administrative department in
theater.
Requirements: Must be 18 years of age or older. Completed at least one
year of college/university studies. Study focus should be on
PR/marketing and/or theater management. Unpaid
Stage Management
The Stage Management internship will provide a training ground for
students and young stage managers who are seeking exposure and hands
on experience in a professional theater.
Requirements: Must be 15 years of age or older. Must have an earnest
interest in stage management. Study focus should be on stage and/or
theater management. Unpaid.
Summer Camp Intern
A summer camp intern will provide a training ground for students
interested in teaching, directing, producing and/or theater. Interns
are responsible for guiding and managing all aspects of the campers
day and providing support to the teachers.
Requirements: Must be 14 years of age or older. Must be a hard worker,
self-motivated and able to get along with others. Small weekly
stipend paid.
Summer Camp Dates:
-
Performance Workshop Camp: June 7 - 26, 2010; Monday-Friday + Saturday
6/26; 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
-
Play and Pretend Camp / Camp Be A Star: July 12 - 17, 2010; Monday -
Saturday; 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
-
Adventures in Theater Camp: July 19 - 31, 2010; Monday - Friday +
Saturday 7/31; 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
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