Intern Opportunities

New York Theatre Workshop offers Fall, Spring, and Summer internships in its Artistic, Management and Production departments. Internships typically last three to four months, during which interns are assigned to a specific department and staff supervisor. Please scroll down to the bottom of the page for internship descriptions.

NYTW is committed to providing interns with structured and substantive experiential learning. Interns meet regularly with their departmental supervisors to receive feedback on previous work and guidance on current projects, and to discuss career interests and options. Occasionally, interns are also asked to fulfill duties or projects for other departments. This gives interns a taste of multiple aspects of NYTW and its operations, and we encourage interns with varied interests to explore them.

The entire company of NYTW interns gathers
every other week to discuss their work, share ideas, and speak with an invited guest from the NYTW
staff or theatre community over lunch. Interns have met with professionals such as Elizabeth Marvel, Leigh Silverman, Michael Greif, Betty Shamieh, Deborah Margolin, Alex Timbers, David Lander,
and Morgan Jenness.

NYTW interns recieve a monthly MetroCard, plus
academic credit if applicable. Interns are required to
work for a minimum of three full days per week,
10am-6pm, with occasional extra hours for assisting
with productions and events.

Interns have lunch with
Artistic Director James C. Nicola.

We do not accept applications by e-mail.
Please read the information below thoroughly before sending an email inquiry.

FOR ALL INTERNSHIPS:
MAIL, FAX, or DROP OFF your application form, resume and cover letter to:

Bryn Thorsson
Director of Education
New York Theatre Workshop
83 East 4th Street
New York, NY 10003

Fax: 212-460-8996

For inquiries, please e-mail:
internships@nytw.org.

Application Availability and Deadlines
  Internship Dates Application Form
Available Online		 Application
Deadline
Summer Mid-May - Late Aug January 15 March 15
Fall Early Sept - Late Dec May 14 July 23
Spring Early Jan - Mid-May September 15 November 8

Please note: Applications must be received by 5pm on these deadlines. Applications for internships
will not be accepted before the application form for that season becomes available.

Interviews:

Once we have reviewed all of the applications for a particular internship season, we will contact finalists to arrange interviews or request additional information. Interviews usually are scheduled within 2 to 4 weeks of application deadlines. Please indicate on your application form whether you would be available for an in-person interview at our offices. A phone interview can be arranged for out-of-town applicants.

Application Tips:

• Please send only the completed application form, a resume and cover letter. Letters of recommendation are neither required nor expected. If you are granted an interview, we may ask you to provide the names of two references.

• Please take the time to review our website if you are not familiar with our work to gain an understanding of NYTW’s work, mission, and history before completing your application.

• Please refrain from calling our offices unless we have called you. Instead, use e-mail to ask questions and/or follow up on your application.

• We review internship applications three times per year, not on a rolling basis. Applications for a particular internship season will not be accepted before that season’s application form becomes available online. All applications will be reviewed and interviews arranged after deadlines have passed. Sending in your materials early shows interest and initiative, but unfortunately we cannot grant you early consideration.

• International applicants must secure an Exchange Visitor or Foreign Student visa to work at NYTW. Inquire with the U.S. Embassy or the consulate with jurisdiction over your place of permanent residence about visa application procedures. International applicants must take full responsibility for arranging their travel, travel documents, and housing accommodations.

INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTIONS

Artistic Internships

Fall and Spring Artistic/Casting Interns are required to work on Mondays due to our Mondays @ 3 reading series.
All Artistic/Casting and Literary Interns are strongly encouraged to attend Artistic staff meetings on Friday mornings.

Artistic/Casting
Artistic/Casting Interns work closely with the Artistic Assistant and Casting Associate, providing administrative support for the Artistic staff and Casting Director. Responsibilities include helping to facilitate our Mondays @ 3 reading series in the Spring and Fall; helping to coordinate and attend meetings and events for the Usual Suspects; filing headshot submissions; assisting and sitting in on casting sessions for productions, readings and workshops, as well as Actors’ Equity general auditions; and providing general administrative support to the Artistic department. Interns participate in Friday morning Artistic staff meetings. Summer Artistic/Casting interns assist in the coordination of NYTW’s annual summer residencies at Vassar and Dartmouth Colleges, which includes arranging artists’ travel.

Literary
Literary Interns, under the supervision of the Literary Associate, read scripts, write reader reports, and, on occasion, correspond with writers regarding individual works. Interns contribute input to the selection of plays for the Mondays @ 3 reading series, and prepare for the Suspects Studio reading series by maintaining communication with Usual Suspects, gathering program information and project development history, and providing support on the evening of the reading. Literary interns also participate in Friday morning Artistic staff meetings. A strong literary and/or dramaturgical background is preferred for this internship.

Education
Education Interns work closely with the Director of Education, helping to facilitate and document Learning Workshop programs, such as in-school residencies, mentoring workshops, student matinees, Mind the Gap Intergenerational Writing Workshop, and Public Programs such as AfterWords and panel discussions. Education interns also coordinate the application and interview process for incoming interns and fellows, and provide dramaturgical and historical research for student and teacher guides for NYTW productions. Interns participate in Friday morning Artistic staff meetings and provide general administrative support to the Education department. Education Interns interested in teaching often have the opportunity to observe, lead, and assist in workshops taught at our partner schools, as well as participate in the lesson planning process with teaching artists. Applicants should have a strong attention to detail and a passion for working with young people in the arts.

Management Internships

Marketing
Marketing Interns at NYTW are key members of the Marketing team of a cutting-edge off-Broadway theatre. Interns get hands-on experience with all aspects of the Marketing & Communications department, assisting with press kits, opening nights, research, VIP ticket requests, advertising, and attending vendor fairs and festivals. Interns help communicate with NYTW members and the public about productions, special offers and programs through mailings and email blasts. They also gain experience with grassroots marketing techniques, including Facebook, Twitter, and web-based video. Marketing interns help plan and execute special events and parties with NYTW’s young patrons group, the 4th Street Bar Association, and maintain NYTW’s press archive of articles, features and reviews. Applicants should have an interest in NYTW’s work and a passion for creative problem-solving. Experience with social media and technology a plus.

Development
Development Interns at NYTW have the unique opportunity to learn the ins and outs of fundraising for one of the country’s leading nonprofit theatres by assisting the Development Department with individual, foundation, corporate and government fundraising initiatives. Working within a busy department at the heart of the organization, Development interns interact with every NYTW department and gain significant insight on some of the most important aspects of nonprofit management. Responsibilities include assisting with the coordination of special events such as opening night parties, benefits and receptions for NYTW’s young patrons group the 4th Street Bar Association; understanding donor research; processing gift acknowledgements; updating our fundraising database Raiser’s Edge (used by many nonprofit development offices); learning grant writing and helping with other general administrative support. Applicants should have a strong attention to detail, knowledge of Excel, and an interest in fundraising. Completion of coursework in fundraising or development and experience with Raiser’s Edge a plus.

Production Internships

Production Management
Production Management Interns work with the Production Manager, helping to conduct research in to all aspects of production, keep track of production and facilities budgets, prepare payroll forms, take field trips to the theatre's prop and scenic storage units, and perform general administrative duties. The Production Management intern works in an intimate environment with ample opportunities for hands-on learning and contact with top designers, stage managers, and crew members, including access to all production meetings and tech rehearsals. Applicants should be extremely well-organized and interested in learning the day-to-day coordination of all scenic, lighting, costume, and sound needs for NYTW productions. Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs is a plus, and a positive attitude and sense of humor are also strongly encouraged.

Technical Direction
Technical Direction Interns assist the Technical Director with carpentry, coordination of builds and strikes, cleaning and maintenance of spaces, equipment, and materials, and various errands and administrative tasks. The Technical Direction intern has the unique opportunity to work at the heart of an intimate production team, with ample possibilities for hands-on learning and projects. The Technical Direction intern also has contact and networking opportunities with top designers and theater professionals. Interns should have schedule flexibility due to production schedule. Skills in measurement and the use of basic tools, the ability to lift 50 lbs., and a valid driver's license are required. Knowledge of VectorWorks is a plus.