Learn and grow with Apple Tree Theatre!

Apple Tree Theatre's Internship Program is looking for highly motivated individuals interested in gaining access to and information about the day-to-day workings of an award-winning theatre company. Through daily assignments and duties, interns will receive first-hand knowledge of how a theatre works and will have the opportunity to work with Chicago's finest professionals in a positive and energized environment.

Interns must be 18 years of age or older and have a minimal amount of experience in the area of specialty chosen. Apple Tree Theatre offers internships year round to qualified individuals (over 18) who possess a strong work ethic and a love for theatre and the arts. These positions last 3-6 months and are 15/20 hours/week with flexible scheduling. There may be more than one position available in each department.

Apple Tree Theatre is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome international interns. Unfortunately, at the present time, Apple Tree Theatre is unable to offer payment or housing to individuals for their time spent with the internship program. However, we are willing to discuss independent study and credit options for candidates who are currently enrolled at an accredited university and we are happy to shape everyone's internship with individual interests in mind.

Applications are accepted year-round. However, to be considered for a particular session, please take note of the application deadlines below.

Spring Internship Session (January-May): November 1
(International Intern deadline: August 1)

Summer Internship Session (June-August): April 1
(International Intern deadline: January 1)

Fall Internship Session (September-December): July 1
(International Intern deadline: April 1)

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SPRING INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE:

Theatre Management

This intern may assist the Marketing/PR Director, Box Office Manager, Associate Producer, and/or Artistic Director with ticket sales, opening nights, special events, creation and distribution of marketing materials, database maintenance, and other diverse duties that suit the applicant and the theatre's needs. Experience in customer service and basic computer skills preferred. Interns may be trained on the Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Access, and our ticketing system.

Production

Work on pre-production and production of at least one Mainstage Show, TYA Show or Theatre Workshop Session. Assist the Production Manager with one large aspect of the production, depending on the intern's desired discipline (i.e., set, costumes, props, lighting or stage management) and be generally available to help on 'crunch' days with the other production elements.

Development

This intern will assist the Development Director in grants research and management, general fundraising and office work, and the planning/execution of the Annual Gala in May. Candidates should possess good writing and computer skills and be self-starters. Please include a statement of professional/educational goals with your application and resume.

Artistic

Assist the Artistic Director and the Associate Producer in communicating between the theatre and outside talent. Major duties include monitoring auditions, maintaining the casting database, evaluating incoming scripts, and preparing dramaturgical research for the mainstage productions. The intern may also serve as Assistant to the Director* of one mainstage production, TYA production or theatre workshop session. Intern may be asked to attend production meetings, rehearsals, previews and openings. Interns may be required to assist the office staff, stage manager, props assistant, or any of the designers as needed in the production.

*Assisting the director for the production is subject to approval, and perhaps interview, by the production's director.

Education and Outreach

Interns interested in Theatre for Young Audiences or theatre education now have an internship that addresses those needs. This internship with the Director of Youth Programs may consist of auditing classes, assisting with registration, clerical organization and assisting on a TYA Show. Depending on the specific discipline of the intern, this could include dramaturgy, assisting the director, designers, or stage manager in all duties.

To submit an application for an internship position, please send your application, resume, and cover letter to the address below.

Mail Application to:
Intern Coordinator
Apple Tree Theatre
1850 Green Bay Road, Suite 100
Highland Park , IL 60035

Or Fax Application to:
(847) 432-5214

Please include the name/position/email address of two people who will serve as references for you. We will contact them for a recommendation on your behalf.