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Writers Theatre Summer Internship

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This summer, develop valuable contacts and obtain the type of hands-on experience by joining a wonderful internship at Writers Theatre. Writers Theatre Internships are scheduled to run from May through August in Glencoe, IL.

The Writers Theatre‡s summer internship positions are available in different fields such as artistic/education, literary management/dramaturgy, advancement/special events, marketing/communications, and operations/facilities.

The responsibilities and projects will vary according to the program you will choose. The programs are different from one another while the motive behind them is one to providing practical experience to college students and young professionals in arts administration.

Writers Theatre is a not for profit company based in Glencoe, Illinois. It was founded in 1992 and owned by Michael W. Halberstam. This theater has become a major Chicago land cultural destination with a national reputation for excellence. It is also recognized as the top regional theatre in the nation by The Wall Street Journal.

Internship Location:

This internship will be based in Glencoe, IL.

Internship Duration:

This is 4 months long program with the starting date in May.

Internship Benefits:

These are the benefits that interns will get:

  • Earn school credit, if applicable.
  • Networking opportunities.
  • A season weekday subscription to Writers Theatre
  • Exclusive backstage access to Writers Theatre events
  • Mentorship from the Director of Education and department leadership in your area of focus.
  • Opportunities for professional development and to participate in various arts and arts administration seminars
  • Stipend to cover the cost of daily travel expenses to and from the theatre

Eligibility Requirements:

To be hired for this role, you must be actively pursuing the field of specialty or a relevant field of study. You should also be ambitious and driven, outgoing and personable, and have excellent skills in writing and communication.

Eligible Country:

United States

How to Apply:

Please download the application form and forward it along with a cover letter, professional resume and two letters of recommendation at [email protected].

Application Deadline:

Applications will due on March 1st.

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