Chicago Tap Theatre Summer Intern

End Date
May 1, 2019

Chicago Tap Theatre is looking for a summer intern to join our team in 2019! This internship involves working with
one of Chicago’s own non-profit dance companies. It is a unique opportunity to learn about the world of
non-profits, develop mentor-type relationships, connect with the performance community in Chicago, and, of
course, tap alongside the company!
Time Commitment:
● May- August based on availability of intern (most come late May through early August)
● 4 hours in the office per week
● Occasional “homework” (run a couple errands, hang a few posters, finish some data input)
● Show week includes 4-5 days of being in the theatre all day plus 4 weekends of shows
● Two 3-4 day intensives where you’ll be working all day
● A couple extra office days leading up to the gala
● Afternoon to night on the day of the gala
Pay:
● Non-paid
Housing:
● No housing offered, but interns of the past have stayed with Loyola University Chicago’s summer intern
housing. Find more information here: https://www.luc.edu/conference/housing/summerhousing/
Benefits:
● Get hands-on experience in the day-to-day running of a non-profit arts’ organization
● Work with fun, talented artists who share the same passions as you
● Live in the lively, diverse city of Chicago
● Attend tap classes gratis with Chicago Tap Theatre’s Mark Yonally and company dancers
● Perform either in CTT’s summer production or other professional performances (Mark can connect you
to people looking for dancers.)
● Receive a professional discount at CTT’s home studio of Joel Hall Dancers and Center
● Willing to work with your university to get credit
Job:
● Day-to-day running of a non-profit dance company
● Social media marketing
● Data input
● Fundraising
● Advertising
● Merchandise inventory and distribution
Send resume to sowens@chicagotaptheatre.com. If interested in performing in our
summer production, please send at least 30 seconds to a minute length video of you
tap dancing. Submissions are due by: April 1st!