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Professional Internship Program

The Professional Internship Program is an intensive summer internship offered to college age students interested in pursuing careers in theatre. Interns work with award-winning theatre professionals while spending a summer in the thriving theatre culture of the Berkshires, just a few hours from Boston and New York. Participants are chosen through a competitive application process to train and gain professional experience in various facets of professional Equity theatre.

Barrington Stage Company has become the fastest growing arts venue in Berkshire County, attracting some 45,000 patrons each year, and gaining national recognition for its superior quality productions and comprehensive educational programming. BSC’s reputation for award-winning excellence is hard-earned; schedules are rigorous, providing the experience needed to become well-rounded theatre professionals. Applicants must show a strong interest in furthering their professional development and a commitment to working as part of a team in a top notch theatre setting.

Interns are required to complete an entire summer season’s residency with the Company. Start and end dates vary by position, but the typical internship begins Memorial Day Weekend and runs until August 31st. Students must provide their own transportation to and from the program, as well as during the duration of the program. Housing and a stipend of $85/week are provided. Housing is typically within a ten minute drive of the theatre. College credit may be available. Check with your school for further details.

Download the Professional Internship Program brochure.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit complete application to:

Cynthia Quiñones
Director of Education
Barrington Stage Company
58 Union Street
Pittsfield, MA 01201

A complete application includes a current resume, three letters of recommendation and a cover letter.

BSC begins accepting applications January 2 and continues until all positions are filled. Most positions are filled by mid-February. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early in the process.

For more information, call Cynthia Quiñones, Director of Education, at 413-499-5446 ext. 118 or email cquinones@barringtonstageco.org.

“...this program nurtures the creative spirit in all the interns and instead of only allowing them to watch from the sidelines, Barrington Stage actually encourages everyone to participate in the process.” -Rachael Silvano, House Management Intern, 2008

 

Arts Administration Internships

Development: Work with Development Director on fundraising, donor cultivation and special event. Must have excellent computer skills.

Education: Responsibilities include assistant directing KidsAct!, BSC’s musical theatre summer camp for kids ages 8-15, participating in community outreach programming and activities, and supporting the internship program.

Management: Responsibilities include clerical & data entry work, answering the Administrative phone and greet­ing all visitors, maintaining the functionality of the office, assisting other departments with tasks as assigned and providing general support to the Producing office.

Marketing & Press: Responsibilities include supporting marketing initiatives by assisting in a variety of tasks including promotions, press, social media and graphics. Must have excellent communication and computer skills.

Company Management: Responsibilities include organizing transportation, acquiring and arranging housing and vehicles, coordinating opening night parties and other festivities.
House Management: Responsibilities include running 110 seat Stage 2 venue.

Technical Theatre Internships

Electrics: Responsibilities include assisting the Master Electrician, participating in hang and focus calls, and participating in Electrics run crew on shows.

General Technical: Responsibilities include assisting in various technical departments: scenic, props, sound, costume, and electrics based on production need and intern skill and interest.

Props: Responsibilities include assisting Props Manager and As­sociate in research, design, construction and shopping for props.

Sound: Responsibilities include assisting Sound Engineer and Assistant Technician with load in/load out and production sound needs. Run crew as needed.

Carpentry: Responsibilities include assisting the Set Shop staff in the execution, build and maintenance, load ins and strike of the sets. Run crew as needed.

Scenic Paint: Responsibilities include assisting the Scenic Charge Artist in set painting of all productions.

Main Stage & Stage 2 Management: Responsibilities will include tracking and running props and scene changes, assisting Stage Management and Production staff during rehearsals and production.

Costume Shop: Responsibilities include working with New York designers in the building and maintenance of cos­tumes, including stitching. Assistance to the Costume Shop Manager as necessary.

Wardrobe: Responsibilities include wardrobe supervisor for Stage 2 show including costume maintenance, dressing, stitching, and laundry. Assistance to the Costume Shop Manager as necessary.