NCT Conservatory Internship Program
The North Carolina Theatre Conservatory is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse arts community in Raleigh, NC. We welcome applicants of all abilities, ethnicities, gender identities, and ages to apply for positions. The Conservatory is an equal opportunity employer. We offer paid and unpaid internships. Additionally, depending on the institution, we extend eligibility for school credit and community service hours in the areas of JR Teaching Artists, Production Interns, and Administrative Interns. Housing is not provided.
Applicants may apply for one or multiple internships. Applicants must meet the requirements before applying and state their schedule flexibility, if any.
Requirements
- Ages 15+
- Current high school student, recent high school graduate, current undergraduate, or college graduate within the past two years.
- Reliable transportation to and from The North Carolina Theatre Conservatory and outside performance venues, if applicable.
- Committing to the entirety of the opportunities, dates, and times, which may or may not include weekends or after-hours.
Opportunities
Depending on their institution, production internships are eligible for school credit or community service hours. Currently, compensation is offered based on eligibility. This opportunity is with NCT Fall 2023 & Spring 2024 Class Programming.
Departments of need include:
- Acting Programs
- Dance Programs
- Voice Programs
- Mini-Courses
- Elective Programs
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Basic Understanding of their chosen department of interest is necessary.
- Scheduling is flexible.
- Working alongside theatre professionals in their chosen department of interest.
Depending on their institution, production internships are eligible for school credit or community service hours. Currently, no compensation is offered. This opportunity is with NCT Fall 2023 & Spring 2024 Showcases.
Departments of need include:
- Costume/Wardrobe/Makeup
- Stage Management
- Lighting & Electrics
- Stage Sound
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Basic Understanding of their chosen department of interest is necessary.
- Scheduling is flexible.
- Working alongside theatre professionals in their chosen department of interest.
Depending on your institution, administrative Interns are eligible for school credit or community service hours. Currently, no compensation is offered. This opportunity is with NCT Conservatory Fall and Spring Programming.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Working alongside administrative professionals in their chosen departments.
- Scheduling is flexible.
- Practicing top administrative traits – problem-solving, organizing, prioritizing, and punctuality.
- Returning voicemails and replying to emails, including Ticketing and FAQs
- Assistance with completing the Playbill with “Parent Supported Ads.”
- Promoting and Selling Merchandise
- Social Media Takeovers
The NCT Conservatory will produce a Summer youth production beginning in June 2024. The upcoming Summer 2024 show will be announced soon!
This opportunity gears toward students who have experience in musical theatre and are seeking advanced instruction offers:
You will commit to a 3-week intensive artistic training featuring production and performance. Acting, singing, and dance disciplines are taught, coinciding with the selected show material.
We rehearse daily at NCT Conservatory Studios in preparation for two performances of the youth production show. Tech week will be held at the performance venue Heritage High School.
Internship Commitment:
Dates: TBD
Times: 9 am -4 pm
Location: NCT Conservatory Studios, 3043 Barrow Dr, Raleigh, NC 27616
Performances: TBD
Performance Venue: Heritage High School
JR Teaching Artists are paid a $290/week stipend for Broadway Bootcamps. Depending on their institution, artists are eligible for school credit or community service hours.
We are primarily interested in candidates whose schedule allows flexibility and availability for both Broadway Bootcamp Sessions 1 & 2.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Leading a group of campers through the camp process.
- Coordinating with Directors, Music Director, Choreographer, and Staff on class exercises, rehearsals, and projects.
- Being present and active for all performances backstage.
- Assisting with parent/guardian drop-off and pick-up.
- Demonstrating practical, professional skills and behavior through theatre etiquette and education.
This is the first of two sessions of Broadway Bootcamp internship opportunities. Each session is a two-week commitment. This (session 1) begins at the end of July 2024.
You will commit to a 2-week intensive “bootcamp” style class specializing in what it takes to be a musical theatre artist, including acting, singing, and dancing. These classes focus on beginner techniques and exploring the student’s unique voice. Welcoming all ages and abilities, we offer supporting beginner students who are starting their musical theatre journey.
Internship Commitment:
Dates: TBD
Times: 9 am -4 pm
Location: NCT Conservatory Studios, 3043 Barrow Dr, Raleigh, NC 27616
This is the second of two sessions of Broadway Bootcamp internship opportunities. Each session is a two-week commitment. This (session 2) begins in the middle of August 2024.
You will commit to a 2-week intensive “bootcamp” style class specializing in what it takes to be a musical theatre artist, including acting, singing, and dancing. These classes focus on beginner techniques and exploring the student’s unique voice. Welcoming all ages and abilities, we offer supporting beginner students who are starting their musical theatre journey.
Internship Commitment:
Dates: TBD
Times: 9 am -4 pm
Location: NCT Conservatory Studios, 3043 Barrow Dr, Raleigh, NC 27616
Depending on their institution, production internships are eligible for school credit or community service hours. Currently, no compensation is offered.
This opportunity is with NCT Conservatory Summer Youth Production.
Departments of need include:
- Costume/Wardrobe/Makeup
- Stage Management
- Lighting & Electrics
- Stage Sound
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Basic Understanding of their chosen department of interest is necessary.
- Scheduling is flexible and available during the summer months.
- Working alongside theatre professionals in their chosen department of interest.