Intern- Theatre Production Department

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Description

POSITION SUMMARY 

The Production department internship provides experience in live event production, offering the opportunity to work closely with industry professionals in a fast-paced environment. Interns will gain practical knowledge in event logistics, production coordination, and technical theatre while supporting a variety of performances, events, and administrative responsibilities.

Our paid internship program is designed to provide you with a comprehensive learning experience and gain real-world practical business experience that will jumpstart your career. The Intern will work under the direction of the Department VP, Director, or Manager.  This opportunity will provide hands-on experience, networking opportunities and develop your skillset and capabilities to further your career.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• Summer Intern program starts in June and continues for up to 6 weeks.
• Part-time paid internship - $15 per hour.
• This internship is onsite at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts or one of our affiliated venues.
• Schedule:  Schedule varies based on the department, average 20 hours per week.
• Learn how to effectively communicate with various internal and external departments.
• Gain professional skills, including the ability to work collaboratively with others, professional conduct, ethics, and general operations.
• Develop team building skills, with ability to work with all levels and roles of an organization effectively.
• Work as part of the team to provide support to ensure reliability and efficiency with processes.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Customer Focus- Understand the needs of the customer (internal & external) and act accordingly to create an exceptional experience.
• Teamwork- Work as a collaborative member of a group contributing to the overall mission, strategies, and goals.
• Accountability- Take ownership of deliverables and actions and contribute value to the organization.  Accept responsibility for actions and outcomes.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Ability to maintain a physical presence at designated work locations, maintaining regular attendance, punctuality and working a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, holidays, and events may be required.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both in writing and verbally.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Good interpersonal skills including excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time and task management skills.

DESIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

• Must be in your junior or senior year of undergraduate studies or a graduate student and currently enrolled at an accredited college or university in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program, majoring in a related field for the department you would like to intern.
• New Graduates having completed a related field of study no more than 1 year ago.

HOW TO APPLY 

Please provide a cover letter to be uploaded with resume and application. In a maximum of one page, double-spaced, please address the following questions:

• How do you see this internship aligning with your personal, educational and/or career goals.
• PROOF OF THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF COMPLETED EDUCATION MUST BE SUBMITTED AS AN ATTACHMENT WITH APPLICATION. Applications without attached proof of education will not be processed for consideration.