Internship Overview    Intern Position Descriptions    Availability of Internships

RPI Program Particulars

How long is an intern contract?
LCT offers 4 types of internships depending on the department in which you work.

Summer

Late May to Mid August

10 or 11 weeks depending on the calendar year

Season

September to Mid May

Approximately 38 weeks

Full Year

May to May
or September to September

Approximately 50 weeks

Semester

Based on your school's calendar

We arrange a limited number of semester length internships on an individual basis.

What does LCT provide?
LCT offers a $110 weekly stipend and housing within walking distance of the theatre.  We guarantee interns one full day off during a calendar week.

What is the housing like?
Click Here to learn more about our town houses.

What intern positions are available?
LCT offers internships in all areas of theatre including arts administration, technical, performance as well as education positions.
Click here to read about each position.

What does LCT require?
Season and Year applicants: a degree in Theatre or related field
         
                                    4 years of college and /or professional training
Summer applicants: College Sophomore standing minimum
And:

  • A good work ethic and a positive attitude.

  • Imagination, Creativity and Versatility

  • Appreciation and Respect for children and young people

  • Must be able to "play well with others"

Whom do I contact about internships?
If you have specific questions about our resident professional intern program
or to determine where we stand on hiring, please call (859) 254-4546 ext 227
and speak to Vivian Snipes, Artistic Director
Reach her by e-mail:  Vsnipes @ lctonstage.org

How do I apply for an Internship?

To apply, please send the following via FAX, email or snail mail
to the attention of Vivian Snipes, Artistic Director:

  • A cover letter clearly stating your position interest, length of contract and goals

  • A current resume

  • Any pertinent examples for your particular position as described in description. (Must be Microsoft Word 2003 compatible or Adobe .pdf)

  • At least three references with current phone numbers and/or email addresses.

There is no other application to fill out. Upon receipt of your materials, you'll receive a confirmation of their arrival and perusal of same by the appropriate department head.

 

When is the application deadline?

We accept applications until all positions are filled so there is no "official" deadline for application.

 

What is the hiring window timeframe?

The majority of hiring for all intern positions happens between February 1 and April 15 of the given year. Click here to find out what positions are still available.

 

Last update:  Monday, 02 November 2009