Marketing Summer Intern

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)