Smithsonian Discovery Theater Admin/House Management Intern
The Smithsonian Associates (TSA) —
Washington, DC
ABOUT TSA
The Smithsonian Associates (TSA) advances the Smithsonian Institutions mission to increase and diffuse knowledge through life-enriching educational and cultural experiences inspired by the Smithsonians 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 house management duties for the theater
Assist in office management duties, box office/group sales, office duties, daily operations, and web research
Assist in production, artist communication, hospitality and project management.
When possible, interns may have the opportunity to help direct, stage manage, and mount productions.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
The Intern in this position will be exposed to all areas of artistic administration including sales/customer service, office operations and house & stage managing
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