Theatre Internships

ZACH Theatre is always looking for great candidates to fill internship positions. Current college students, recent graduates and individuals with some theatrical experience who are looking for new opportunities to build their skills while working with a professional theatre company are encouraged to apply.

Internships are available in the following areas:

• Arts Administration & Management
• Theatre Education
• Production & Technical Department
• Facilities Management

An internship at ZACH provides an invaluable experience in professional, non-profit theatre as well as an opportunity to expand your administrative and production skills. While we can not provide housing or honorarium, the valuable networking opportunities here in Austin's thriving theatre community are a significant benefit. We are also willing to supervise Interns interested in working with us for credit at their university. Internships are 10-12 weeks in length and require that the Intern work approx. 20 hours per week. All Interns must have flexible work schedules. Interested candidates should send a resume & letter of interest to the appropriate department and address below.

Development: Holly Wissman, holly@zachtheatre.org
Marketing: Jim Reynolds, jim@zachtheatre.org
Theater Management: Barbara Chisolm, barbara@zachtheatre.org
Education: Ellie McKay, emckay@zachtheatre.org
Costumes: Blair Hurry, bhurry@zachtheatre.org
Production, Stage Management & Technical Production: Paul Flint, paul@zachtheatre.org

Our Mailing Address:

ZACH Theatre
1510 Toomey Road
Austin, TX 78704

Arts Administration & Management Internships

Development Intern
Learn the fundamental skills of building board and donor relations and gain experience in the research, solicitation and acknowledgment of a diverse community of donors--from government grants, foundations and individual contributions to major corporate sponsorship and fund-raising events. The development intern participates fully in the activities of a busy fundraising office: help plan special events, write grants, research funding opportunities, and help track and acknowledge gifts. Candidates should have excellent writing and communication skills and be computer proficient.

Marketing Intern
Gain experience in marketing, advertising, and media relations. Assist with market research and promotions, distribute marketing materials, administer and process patron surveys, participate in event planning and execution, and provide clerical assistance and errand support. Candidates should have excellent computer and organizational skills, good writing and communication skills, and enjoy working with a wide variety of people.

Facilities Management Intern

The Facilites Intern provides support to the Facilities Manager. Duties will include maintaining a Project/Work request file, scheduling, and making updates in an Excel spreadsheet. Other duties will include organizing facilities files, service agreements, and vendor contracts and files. Candidates should be proficient in MS Word, Excel & Outlook, have good computer and organizational skills, and enjoy working with a wide variety of people. No hands on work required.

Theatre Education Internships

 For Summer 2012, ZACH Theatre seeks 7 interns to provide teaching assistance and administrative support to our faculty of teaching artists.  ZACH offers classes for ages 3-18 including full-day themed camps focused on skill building and devised work, half-day creative drama camps and a Pre-Professional Track featuring acting intensives and performance training.  This internship is ideal for those with an interest in arts education.  Strong candidates will have had some experience as a theater artist and educator, should work well and confidently with the public, and have excellent organizational, writing, and communication skills.

Dates:  Full time, Monday – Friday; June 4 – August 17 (some training TBD)

Requirements: BA preferred (minimum 1 year college required)

Stipend: to be negotiated at interview

Application Deadline: March 30, 2012

To Apply: Send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to emckay@zachtheatre.org

Production & Technical Department Internships

Company Management Internship
We are accepting two positions to assist the company manager with auditions, casting and administrative duties. A college degree is preferred. Please provide a resume.

Production Management Internship
We are accepting one position to assist the Production Manager with administrative duties. Organizational skills and a college degree are required. Please provide a resume.

Props Assistant Internship
We are accepting one position to assist the Props Master with props design, construction, shopping, and rentals. Must have basic construction and craft skills and must also have transportation. A college degree is preferred. Please provide a resume.

Stage Management Internship
We are accepting two positions to work side by side with Equity stage managers, directors, and actors. They will be involved in the rehearsal and performance process for main stage productions. Applicants will need evening and weekend availability. Please provide a resume.

Maintenance Internship
We are accepting two positions to assist with general maintenance of facilities. Candidates will gain knowledge in plumbing, electrical, HVAC and organizational skills. Please provide a resume.

Costume Internship
We are accepting one position to assist the Costume Shop Manager in all aspects of costuming. Sewing skills and a working knowledge of costume construction are required. A portfolio and/or examples of a candidate's work and a college degree are preferred. Please provide a resume.