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Inside Higher Ed · 2 weeks ago

Technical Theater Summer 2026 Intern (OPS)

Tallahassee, FL

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$15.45/hr - $15.45/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Inside Higher Ed is associated with The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art, located in Sarasota, Florida. They are offering a Technical Theater Summer 2026 Internship where the intern will gain hands-on experience in technical theater arts, assisting with the production of the Summer Circus Spectacular and learning from dedicated professionals in a professional theater environment.

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Responsibilities

Training with the Technical Staff of the Historic Asolo Theater on Sound, Lighting, Video, Set, Basic Rigging, Props and Stage Management

Real-time operations of live circus shows, including daily stage preparations, cleaning and reset for next shows and communications with Artists, Box Office and Front of House Staff

Besides event-based activities, interns will participate in theater maintenance, safety training and learn about requirements and membership in the associated technical and artist unions (IATSE, et al)

Qualification

Stage managementLighting operationsSound operationsBasic riggingBack of house logisticsTeam buildingCommunication skillsProblem solving

Required

Ability to start internship promptly on June 5, 2026, and stay through July 31, 2026

High School Diploma minimum with some theater training at high school or college level

Interest in performing arts with a familiarity with theater arts including: Basic knowledge of stage spaces, Back of house logistics, Technical theater roles

Valid Driver's License or ability to obtain prior to hire

Preferred

College Theater Training, Including But Not Limited To: Stage management, Lighting and sound operations, Scenic and wardrobe prep and care, Box office/front of housework flow

Company

Inside Higher Ed

Inside Higher Ed is the online source for news, opinion, and jobs related to higher education.

Founded in 2004

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

51-200 employees

https://www.insidehighered.com/

Funding

Current Stage

Growth Stage

Total Funding

unknown

2022-01-10Acquired

2006-08-31Series Unknown

Leadership Team

Stephanie Shweiki

Director, Foundation Partnerships

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