Internships

About the Guthrie Internship Program 


The Guthrie Theater internship program provides college students and recent graduates an opportunity to engage in hands on professional theater training from Guthrie staff, artists and craftspeople. An internship with the Guthrie is a valuable supplement and follow-up to a strong theatrical education.


Guthrie Theater Internship Program Mission

The Guthrie Theater's Internship Program exists to provide interns with training and educational opportunities that will expand their knowledge of working in professional theater.


2010 Fall Internship Opportunities

The Guthrie is accepting internship applications for fall internships.

The application period for fall internships is through August 31.  It is recommended that applicants apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed as they are received.   

Directing and Stage Management internship applications are accepted year-round. These are the only internships you may apply for year-round.   

We do not offer internships in acting.

Internships at the Guthrie are unpaid; however, interns receive other employee perks such as professional development opportunities, complimentary Guthrie tickets, invitations to meet and greets, staff meetings and more. 

Internship Applicant Guidelines:

1.  All applicants must be at least 18 years old and have met the education level requirements for the internship he/she is applying for. Please read the internship description carefully.

2.  All applicants must be college students (undergrad or graduate) or recent graduates (within the past 3 years).

3. We do not offer internships in acting.

4.  If you are interested in what other opportunities may become available, check this page from time to time. 

How to Apply 

To apply for an internship, please complete the internship application and provide the following:

  • three letters of recommendation or three names and numbers of references from people who know your work well such as employers, professors, supervisors or mentors.
  • a resume of relevant work experience, relevant theater experience and any relevant training.
  • a personal statement of 500 words or less that answers all of the following questions:
  1. Why are you interested in an internship with the Guthrie Theater?
  2. What strengths would you bring to this internship?
  3. What are your career goals?
  4. How would a Guthrie internship assist you in attaining your career goals?
  • Please include the personal statement, resume and letters of recommendation or three reference names and phone numbers with the completed application. 
  • Please make sure to turn in all materials prior to the deadline. 

Questions? Contact us at intern program or 612-225-6041.

Development

To provide an opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge of development/fundraising in the world of theater arts, specifically, database management, research and events.
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Directing

An internship in directing provides the opportunity for observation of a professional director and exposure to the often complicated process of mounting a production in a large professional not-for-profit theater.
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Multimedia Communications

The Multimedia Communications Intern will primarily be responsible for developing and producing engaging multimedia content for YouTube and iTunes, working both individually and as part of a team.  
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Production Archivist

The Production Archivist Intern will work with the Information Systems department on entering Guthrie historical data into Tessitura software.
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Public Relations

The Public Relations Intern will work as part of the Communications Department, supporting the press strategies for various productions and events, as well as the theater's overall communications plan.
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Sound

An internship in Sound will offer the opportunity to explore theater sound by working with the professional sound staff in a regional theater.  Interns should have an interest in making sound design their profession.
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Stage Management

The Stage Management internship will provide a training ground for students and young stage managers that are seeking exposure and hands on experience in a professional theater.
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Internship application

Submit your internship application online.
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