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Costume Internship – Summer 2026

Des Moines Performing Arts
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COSTUME INTERNSHIP – SUMMER 

Costume Internship – Summer (Theater Support Staff) 

May through August 2026 – Seasonal 

 

Summer 2026 

Des Moines Performing Arts has an exciting opportunity for current college students interested in theatrical costuming to serve as a Costume Intern for summer camps working with a professional costumer. 

The costume intern will assist with designing, purchasing, building, and fitting costumes for six weeks of summer camps for students in grades 3-8.  Strong sewing skills are desired for this position.

 

The Costume Intern's primary responsibilities include the following: 

  • Attend design and production meetings, as needed. 
  • Assist with and develop skills in:
  • Purchasing and acquiring costumes
  • Costume building, including load-in and setup of fitting areas.
  • Costume design
  • Preparation of costumes for dress rehearsals and performances
  • Maintenance of costumes during the performance run
  • Handling costume strike
  • Overseeing laundry and maintaining the costume inventory
  • Maintain a safe, clean working environment in the costume shop and theater. 

Dates and Housing: 

  • This position will begin in May 2026.  
  • Applicants must provide their own housing. 
  • May-June: Applicants must be available 40 hours per week.  
  • July 6-August 1: Applicants will work Monday, Tuesday, and Friday each week, with options to work additional hours Wednesday-Thursday.
  • August 3-5: Final laundry, storage, and inventory of costumes. 

 

This position is a seasonal-based temporary position and will conclude on or before August 6, 2026.  

 This is a paid internship:  $16/hour plus overtime 

Please submit your cover letter, resume and online application at DMPA.org. No compressed files, please.  

Deadline to apply: February 27, 2026. 

Applications will be reviewed in the following week. 

Interviews will be scheduled in March. 

Note: A cover letter is REQUIRED that explains your interest and experience for the position.  

 

APPLY AT DMPA.org       QUESTIONS:  Contact Lynnae at LynnaeL@DMPA.org  

Des Moines Performing Arts’ Summer Camp internships offer excellent practical experience for college students with an interest in working with youth to develop their educational theater and production skills.