Smithsonian Performing Arts 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.
INTERN DUTIES
Intern will assist with all aspects of TSA Performing Arts programming, including:
Research, booking, budgets, contract negotiation, season planning, logistical set-up, and marketing
Provide direct, hands-on support through the design and production of printed event programs, flyers, patron correspondence, and onsite support of performing arts, film and family programs
Assist with box office and house management duties during some evening and weekend productions
Spring interns will also assist with the planning, preparation and/or execution of TSAs Smithsonian Sleepover program.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
By working closely with the Program Manager, the Intern will gain experience in all aspects of program and event production, including: Budgeting, performance reporting, customer service, trouble-shooting/problem-solving, adapting to different situations, multi-tasking, creative thinking, researching, coordination at events, creating and maintaining inventories, editing promotional materials, communication, box office and house management, organization and time management, event management.
SEASONS
Spring (Jan May) & Fall (Sep - Dec)
TIME COMMITMENT
Hours flexible; 1 full semester
SCHEDULE
Monday - Friday, timing 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
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