Internships
Applications are accepted on a rolling deadline.
For more information, email info@AmalgamateDance.com
For more information, email info@AmalgamateDance.com
Internship timelines:
Spring: Jan 15-June 1
Summer: June 1-Sept 1
Fall: Sept 1-Dec 1
Marketing: Web and Social Media Intern
Assist Amalgamate with the execution of company marketing and community outreach efforts. The Marketing Intern will write and edit copy for Amalgamate online marketing materials including monthly newsletters and class announcements and assist with managing and uploading website and social media content. Additionally, the marketing intern is required to work in the Box Office during events.
Marketing: Press/Editorial Intern
Assist with all aspects of securing and maintaining media coverage of Amalgamate's season events. Manage the editing and production of printed programs, postcards, and fliers. Press responsibilities include helping to manage media relations and materials for company performances and events, drafting news and e-mail advisories, and writing press releases. Editorial responsibilities include collecting program information, editing and trafficking copy and layouts for approval, proofreading, and interfacing with the Graphics designer and printers. As part of Amalgamate’s Marketing team, the Press/Editorial Interns also develop strategy and execute targeted promotions, distribute fliers and posters throughout the city, and work in the Box Office.
Production/Company Management Intern (2 positions available)
Rotate through positions (backstage and production assistant) depending upon the needs of the particular Amalgamate event. Backstage Assistant responsibilities include Light Board Operator, Sound Board Operator, Props, and Wardrobe. Production Assistant responsibilities include assisting Amalgamate's Producers and Event Coordinator on all Amalgamate events including workshops and performances. The interns will also be instrumental in assisting in planning for upcoming performances, researching venues, and assisting the artistic director with special projects.
Video Documentation Intern
Responsibilities include filming performances, classes, events, rehearsals and special events, as well as editing videos used to help promote Amalgamate. Other duties include equipment setup and breakdown, file management of the High Definition video files, DVD duplication, troubleshooting equipment and helping maintain Amalgamate's extensive video archives.
Fundraising/Grants Intern
Work closely with Development staff to seek and report on funding from foundations, corporations and government agencies that support the arts, and individual donors. Responsibilities include prospect research, proposal and report writing, sponsorship underwriting, constituent management and participating in department strategy and planning meetings, special events and member recruitment.
Candidates should possess superior organizational, time-management skills, and be confident in managing their own projects from start to finish. We are looking for candidates with skills relevant to their internship of choice and/or a strong passion to learn these skills. Specific skills may include project management experience, familiarity with design programs, experience with social media platforms, basic video editing, public relations experience, and production and backstage experience. Candidates may express interest in more than one of the internships listed above. Interns must be available for the full length of a season/semester and be available to work for a minimum of 5 hours a week, or up to 20 hours per week if you want to receive college credit. Passion for dance and Amalgamate a must!
Planning Ahead: Interns are responsible for your room & board, meals, etc. This internship offers no pay. If you have questions about the city, someone on our staff is happy to help!
Spring: Jan 15-June 1
Summer: June 1-Sept 1
Fall: Sept 1-Dec 1
Marketing: Web and Social Media Intern
Assist Amalgamate with the execution of company marketing and community outreach efforts. The Marketing Intern will write and edit copy for Amalgamate online marketing materials including monthly newsletters and class announcements and assist with managing and uploading website and social media content. Additionally, the marketing intern is required to work in the Box Office during events.
Marketing: Press/Editorial Intern
Assist with all aspects of securing and maintaining media coverage of Amalgamate's season events. Manage the editing and production of printed programs, postcards, and fliers. Press responsibilities include helping to manage media relations and materials for company performances and events, drafting news and e-mail advisories, and writing press releases. Editorial responsibilities include collecting program information, editing and trafficking copy and layouts for approval, proofreading, and interfacing with the Graphics designer and printers. As part of Amalgamate’s Marketing team, the Press/Editorial Interns also develop strategy and execute targeted promotions, distribute fliers and posters throughout the city, and work in the Box Office.
Production/Company Management Intern (2 positions available)
Rotate through positions (backstage and production assistant) depending upon the needs of the particular Amalgamate event. Backstage Assistant responsibilities include Light Board Operator, Sound Board Operator, Props, and Wardrobe. Production Assistant responsibilities include assisting Amalgamate's Producers and Event Coordinator on all Amalgamate events including workshops and performances. The interns will also be instrumental in assisting in planning for upcoming performances, researching venues, and assisting the artistic director with special projects.
Video Documentation Intern
Responsibilities include filming performances, classes, events, rehearsals and special events, as well as editing videos used to help promote Amalgamate. Other duties include equipment setup and breakdown, file management of the High Definition video files, DVD duplication, troubleshooting equipment and helping maintain Amalgamate's extensive video archives.
Fundraising/Grants Intern
Work closely with Development staff to seek and report on funding from foundations, corporations and government agencies that support the arts, and individual donors. Responsibilities include prospect research, proposal and report writing, sponsorship underwriting, constituent management and participating in department strategy and planning meetings, special events and member recruitment.
Candidates should possess superior organizational, time-management skills, and be confident in managing their own projects from start to finish. We are looking for candidates with skills relevant to their internship of choice and/or a strong passion to learn these skills. Specific skills may include project management experience, familiarity with design programs, experience with social media platforms, basic video editing, public relations experience, and production and backstage experience. Candidates may express interest in more than one of the internships listed above. Interns must be available for the full length of a season/semester and be available to work for a minimum of 5 hours a week, or up to 20 hours per week if you want to receive college credit. Passion for dance and Amalgamate a must!
Planning Ahead: Interns are responsible for your room & board, meals, etc. This internship offers no pay. If you have questions about the city, someone on our staff is happy to help!