Costumes & Wardrobe Internship

COSTUMES & WARDROBE

Mentored by the Costume Designer & Wardrobe Head

Support fittings, design, quick-changes, and run of show.

• Research/swatch/pull/shop; manage rentals & budgets
• Attend fittings; update plots and change lists
• Stitch/alter/crafts; maintain looks during runs

Good fit if: strong sewing skills; fast, collaborative worker

About the Program:

Impact Arts' Summer Stock Austin College Internships puts undergrad and grad students inside a professional repertory season run with Impact Arts and Texas Performing Arts (Professional Theatre on UT Austin Campus). Build credits and portfolio material while assisting pros across directing/choreography, design/tech, management, film/media, and arts admin as productions move from concept to curtain across partner shops and stages. Eligible for academic credit; some roles offer stipends.

Compensation, Credit & Eligibility

SSA offers a range of internship types, stipend opportunities, and academic credit pathways.

Paid & Unpaid Internships:

Unpaid roles are mentored, learning-focused entry points for candidates with little or no experience.

Stipends (if paid):

$300–$1,500 based on experience, aptitude, and role scope. Amount is finalized after interviews and stated in the offer letter.

College Credit:

Available through Austin Community College (ACC), or we'll support credit through your home institution with forms, evaluations, and time logs.

Terms:

Schedule, expectations, and stipend disbursement are outlined in the offer. Stipends are fixed amounts, not hourly wages.

Key Locations – SSA 2026

Where the work happens: rehearsal, remote prep, and final performances.

Costume Shop (June):

Dripping Springs, Texas

Scenic Shop:

Texas Performing Arts Scene Shop *(UT Austin campus)*

All other June work:

Remote (via Zoom, Slack, Google Drive)

Rehearsal Facility (Late June):

*To Be Determined* – Greater Austin Area Includes Costume, Props, Arts Admin, Management

Tech & Performances:

McCullough Theatre @ UT Austin *Texas Performing Arts*

General Information:

All internships are mentored by working professionals (designers, department heads, or supervisors)

Stipends are commensurate with experience and position. Some internships are unpaid and others range from $300–$1500 for an approximate 6-week commitment. Some positions have full or partial remote options.

In the audition form, you will be asked to submit the following:

• Resume
• Portfolio
• Statement of Purpose (VIDEO)

Why SSA?

• Hands-on Experience: Get real-world experience in a fast-paced, professional atmosphere.
• Mentorship from Industry Experts: Learn from seasoned professionals and acclaimed artists.
• Network Building: Connect with a community of like-minded peers and industry contacts.
• Skill Development: Hone your craft in a supportive, dynamic environment.