Chicago Tap Theatre Internship
Internship
Applications accepted for any season: Fall, Winter/Spring, Summer. See below for time commitment.
Chicago Tap Theatre is looking for an intern to join our team! This internship involves working with one of Chicago’s own non-profit dance companies. It is a unique opportunity to learn about the world of non-profits, develop mentor-type relationships, connect with the performance community in Chicago, and, of course, tap alongside the company!
Time Commitment:
Fall: September through December based on availability of intern
Winter/Spring: January through May based on availability of intern
Summer: May through August based on availability of intern
4 hours in the office per week: Tuesdays, 11:30 AM-3:30 PM
Occasional “homework” (run a couple errands, hang a few posters, finish some data input)
Show week may include being in the theatre for tech plus show dates
Fall and Summer only: 2-4 day student intensives where you’ll be working all day
Pay:
Non-paid
Housing:
No housing offered, but summer interns of the past have stayed with Loyola University Chicago’s summer intern housing. Find more information here: https://www.luc.edu/conference/housing/summerhousing/
Benefits:
- Get hands-on experience in the day-to-day running of a non-profit arts’ organization
- Work with fun, talented artists who share the same passions as you
- Live in the lively, diverse city of Chicago
- Attend tap classes gratis with Chicago Tap Theatre’s Mark Yonally and company dancers
- Receive a professional discount at CTT’s home studio of Joel Hall Dancers and Center
- Willing to work with your university to get credit
Gain experience in:
Day-to-day running of a non-profit dance company
Social media marketing
Data input
Fundraising
Advertising
Merchandise inventory and distribution