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ABOUT TSA • The Smithsonian Associates (TSA) advances the Smithsonian Institution’s mission “to increase and diffuse knowledge” through life-enriching educational and cultural experiences inspired by the Smithsonian’s research and collections for DC-region students, families, and adults, and for learning communities nationwide. ABOUT DISCOVERY THEATER The Smithsonian's Discovery Theater is dedicated to offering the best in live performance for young people that celebrate the rich diversity of our region and our world. Each season we tap into the vast resources of the Smithsonian Institution to present relevant, culturally accurate entertaining programs. We offer dozens of interactive productions that feature puppets, storytellers, dancers, actors, musicians, and even mimes! INTERN DUTIES • Assist with various aspects of the technical side of theater. • Throughout the semester, there will opportunities to learn and assist in some the following areas: stage management, assistant direction, sound, lighting, props & costumes. • Intern will participate actively in running and preparing for both produced and presented shows for Discovery Theater. • May also be called on to assist in office duties, daily operations, artist communication, and hospitality. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES • The tech intern will receive basic knowledge of how the technical aspects of a theater work as well as insight into the administrative side of technical theater. • Possible training that may be offered includes SFX, sound & light boards, basic sound editing, sound and lighting design. SEASONS Spring (Jan – May), Summer (Jun – Jul) & Fall (Sep – Dec) TIME COMMITMENT 30 - 40 hrs/wk; 1 full semester – 1 academic year SCHEDULE Weekdays with an occasional weekend day or evening, flexible COMPENSATION All TSA Internships are unpaid and housing is not provided. College credit may be granted, but must be coordinated in advance with the intern's university/college. TO APPLY Complete the online application at http://intern.si.edu/. Click on the link for the Smithsonian Online Academic Appointment System (SOLAA). Questions can be directed to the Intern Coordinator at TSAInternships@si.edu or 202.633.8641. APPLICATION DEADLINES Spring – October 1 Summer – February 1 Fall – July 1 If you have any questions, please contact: Ms. Meg Smolinski Intern Coordinator 1100 Jefferson Drive SW - Suite 3077 PO Box 23293 Washington DC 20026-3293 TSAInternships@si.edu Phone: 202-633-8641 Fax: 202-633-8909 For more information about internships with The Smithsonian Associates go to: http://residentassociates.org/ticketing/internships/start.aspx