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- Last verified Nov 3
About the job
AMERICA’S NEWEST PLAYS
What’s Your Passion?
The Contemporary American Theater Festival is dedicated to fearlessly producing new American theater. CATF hires approximately 50 interns to help bring these bold and compelling plays to life. As a member of the CATF Intern Company, you will have the unique and exciting opportunity to work in repertory. Spend your summer working with other emerging artists, who are just as passionate as you, and learning from top theater industry professionals.
Internships are designed for individuals who are 18 years or older.
CATF is committed to fostering a safe, supportive, and anti-racist environment. As such, ideal candidates for the Intern Company are team players. They work collaboratively, have a positive attitude, are motivated, and are supportive.
Read CATF’s Anti-Racist and Anti-Oppressive Vision Statement
How to Apply
Review the job descriptions below. Please limit your application to two departments. If you are applying for two departments, you must fill out and upload your cover letter and resume for both positions. If hired, you will only be assigned to one department. Internships start as early as mid-May and run through the beginning of August.
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Job Descriptions
Interns assist in the realization of the lighting designs in all venues, including maintenance and hanging/focusing of lights. During tech, interns serve as a board operator in one venue and work with the Master Electrician and Lighting Designer to program the show. During the run, interns assist with changeovers and work with staff to complete necessary maintenance and repairs. Experience with basic theatrical lighting equipment, the ability to lift/carry 50lbs, and work at heights up to 30’ (on lifts, ladders and/or catwalks) is necessary; some experience working with ETC EOS family consoles is preferred.
For the full list of responsibilities, available positions, and to apply for the Intern Company, click here.