Institutional Advancement: Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Graphic Design Internship

Designed for creative, dedicated and innovative college undergraduate and graduate students seeking greater understanding and deeper knowledge of the management and operations of a non-profit arts center that houses both educational programming and a professional theater.

Virtual Marketing internships are available. Please ask for more details regarding that option.

Schedule/Hours: Part-time (Flexible) 10-15 hours/week (Please ask about full-time options if interested)

Duration: Internships should last at least 3 months and can be accommodated in the Summer, Fall, and Spring.

Year-round opportunities may also be available, contact us to learn more.

Required Qualifications:

• Excellent Communication skills

• Ability to proofread materials

• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Familiarity with some graphic design programs is a plus

• Reliability and maturity

• Creative problem-solving

• Ability to prioritize and multi-task

• Well-organized, detail-oriented, self-starter

• Ability to meet deadlines and to work independently and as part of a team

• Interest in researching theatrical productions, markets, and audience demographics online

• Reliable transportation

Additional Information/Benefits:

• Beck Center offers an excellent opportunity for students to obtain a broad range of skills in arts management including project management, customer service, organization, communication, and planning.

• Fun, flexible, creative, team-oriented environment!

• Free tickets to Beck Center performances during the internship

• Clear work plan with a variety of projects

• Weekly meetings with designated supervisor

• Additional training and professional development offered including;

  • Career development assistance

  • Seminars led by staff and guest speakers focusing on topics related to nonprofit administration, such as marketing, fundraising, financial management and strategic planning.

  • Unpaid, internship may be completed for college credit.

Application Procedures: To apply please send a cover letter and resume to Ed Gallagher (egallagher@beckcenter.org). Cover letter should include what opportunities/projects you are interested in, what you hope to bring to the internship and gain during the internship. Include a letter of reference/recommendation from a professor in your field.

*the letter of recommendation may be sent separately from the online application materials if necessary. Please submit to Ed Gallagher (egallagher@beckcenter.org).