Electrics/Lighting Internship

Mentored by the Lighting Designer and/or Master Electrician

Help realize and run the lighting design and electrician work.

• Read/update plots; paperwork
• Hang/focus/patch; assist cueing and troubleshooting
• Program the board
• Maintain gear; strike/changeovers

Good fit if: practical electrics knowledge; console familiarity

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*

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.
• Skill Development: Hone your craft in a supportive, dynamic environment.
• Network Building: Connect with a community of like-minded peers and industry contacts.

Application Requirements

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

• Resume
• Portfolio
• Statement of Purpose (VIDEO)