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Community Engagement Summer Intern

Position Description: 
The Community Engagement Intern will work closely with full-time community engagement staff members while focusing on planning, preparation and implementation of programming throughout the summer, including the Blue Star Awards, Starlight Stars, Starlight Stars of Tomorrow, the Bob Rohlf Internship program, Just Imagine and other initiatives. The intern will learn to operate the sound board for Starlight Stars/Stars of Tomorrow Spotlight Stage performances. The intern also will work directly with other Starlight personnel, students and parents/guardians. The potential exists to work on preparation for fall programming as well. 
 
Majors Desired: Education, Theatre, Music, Musical Theatre and Communications 
 
Requirements: As an ideal candidate, you will have experience working directly with children in an educational environment (preferably theatre-related). You should also have excellent skills in organization as well as strong written and verbal communication skills within an office setting. You should enjoy working with students of all ages and excel in customer service since you will be working closely with teaching artists, students, parents/guardians and other Starlight personnel. The ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while giving great attention to detail is a must – all while maintaining high energy and a positive outlook. You must be available to work some early mornings, evenings and weekends relative to program scheduling. 
 
Required Computer Skills: Windows, Outlook, Word and Excel 

Compensation: $10.50 per hour, plus overtime 
 
Time Commitment: Full-time position, 13 weeks. Preferred start/end dates are Monday, May 17/Friday, August 20, but are negotiable. Some early morning, evening and weekend hours will be part of the commitment.  
 
Application Deadline:  Monday, March 8, 2021 (Early application is preferred.) 
 
Application Process:   
1. Review the Application Instructions found on our website.
 
2. Submit the following documents to internships@kcstarlight.com by the deadline:
a. Application
b. Cover Letter with required questions to be answered (See Application Instructions.)
c. Résumé 
 
3. Wait to be contacted. The hiring party for the position will advise each candidate regarding receipt of materials as well as candidate status. We strive to complete the hiring process in as timely and efficient a manner as possible – shortly after the deadline date.    

4. If you are selected for an interview, we may conduct it in person at the theatre or via an online entity.