About the role
Ailey Extension was founded to continue Alvin Ailey’s legacy that “dance came from the people and should be delivered back to the people” by offering open dance classes for all experience levels. For over 20 years, the Extension has brought together people of all backgrounds to train with renowned dance instructors from around the world at the home of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in New York City. Ailey Extension’s programming includes weekly adult dance classes, special workshops, student performances, kids & teens classes, and private groups.
The Ailey Extension team is collaborative and multi-faceted—Extension team members work in scheduling, customer service, operations, programming, finance, data analytics, marketing, and more. Ailey Extension is looking for an intern with a strong interest in arts administration looking to gain hands-on experience.
Responsibilities
- Support the Extension team with day-to-day business operations while building upon essential arts administration skills
- Assist with backstage production and front-of-house management for the World Dance Celebration performances
- Assist with client management and operations for Ailey Experience NYC
- Gain hands-on customer service experience working with the Desk Operations Manager on account management and front desk operations
- Learn the ins and outs of using AILEY’s studio scheduling software with the Extension’s Scheduling Administrator
- Work with the Extension’s Marketing Manager on projects for the Extension’s social media accounts
- Develop an understanding of business analytics, budgeting, and trend reporting with the Extension’s Budget Data Analyst
- Connect with AILEY staff and leadership throughout the organization to learn more about the operations of a dance organization
Requirements
- Interest in a career in arts administration for performing arts
- An advocate for inclusion, equity, accessibility, and diversity in the arts
- Enjoys collaborating with a team
- Completed at least one year at a college or university
- Available 25 hours a week, Monday–Friday, with occasional weekend flexibility from June 1 to August 14, 2026.
How to Apply
To apply, please send the following materials by email to finadminjobs@ailey.org and in the subject line indicate the internship you are applying for (e.g. 2026 Ailey Extension Summer Intern):
- Cover letter detailing your interest in an internship at AILEY
- Resume
- Contact information for two references (letters of recommendation are encouraged but not required)