Scenic Painting Internship
2 locations
- Texas Performing Arts Scene Shop (UT Austin campus)
- McCullough Theatre @ UT Austin
- Unpaid
- On-site
- Internship
Listing details
- Applications closed Mar 1
- Posted Jan 29
- Last verified Nov 3
About the job
Mentored by the Charge Artist
Work in world-class fabrication shop at UT to texture and finish scenery, drops, and large props.
- Mix/match colors; produce samples
- Faux finishes (wood/stone/metal) and drop layout
- Touch-ups during tech/run; safe materials practice
Good fit if: strong drawing and paint fundamentals
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.
In the audition form, you will be asked to submit the following:
- Resume
- Portfolio
- Statement of Purpose (VIDEO)