Internships - The Gateway

Gateway Playhouse is seeking dedicated and talented interns to assist its professional staff full-time on our 5 mainstage productions. Duration of internship is negotiable, preferably mid-May to September (late August).



Gateway offers an opportunity to gain practical stagecraft training and experience at Long Island 's oldest professional musical theater.



A summer at the Gateway is a rigorous and rewarding experience. A mix of industry professionals and entry-level technicians work together in all aspects of production. Selected candidates will work side by side with professionals from Broadway, Off-Broadway, touring companies and other regional theaters. Designers and directors are all active in the New York theater world, and the opportunities to network and advance one’s career abound.





We are seeking Interns/Apprentices in the following fields:





* Carpentry Intern/Apprentice

* Audio Intern or Apprentice





ALL DEPARTMENT INFORMATION:

In addition to a weekly stipend, The Gateway provides housing for interns, apprentices, and staff members, and will assist with travel to and from The Gateway.



The Gateway Performing Arts Center of Suffolk County is in its 71st season. Located on the south shore of Long Island about 90 minutes from NYC, The Gateway PACSC performs both at our home theatre in Bellport, NY (housing is located on the property), and at the Pathogue Theatre for the Performing Arts in Patchogue, NY (about 10 minutes away). Company management at The Gateway coordinates grocery trips and crew calls for those who do not have a car, but a number of shopping options are available in Bellport village (about a 10 minute walk from our main property).



The Gateway will coordinate with your educational institution if you would like to receive college credit for your internship / apprenticeship.



TO APPLY please email your letter, resume, and three references to Production Manager Brian Loesch at hr@thegateway.org with "YOUR NAME - (Audio or Carpentry) Intern (or Apprentice)" in the subject line.



The Gateway PACSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: The Gateway PACSC is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at The Gateway PACSC are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. The Gateway PACSC will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. The Gateway PACSC encourages applicants of all ages.

In addition to building and prep work in specialized areas, interns will gain experience on backstage running crews during performances.



We are seeking enthusiastic applicants who aspire towards a career in theater and wish to improve their talents and build their resumes. Interested candidates should submit the following information:



1. Cover letter stating areas of interest and availability.



2. Resume of theatrical and other related experience.



Interns receive a stipend of $125/week, plus housing.

Apprentices receive a stipend of $200/week, plus housing.

College Students and Local applicants are encouraged to apply.



CARPENTRY INTERN / APPRENTICE



The Gateway Performing Arts Center of Suffolk County is now accepting resumes for a CARPENTRY Intern / Apprentice to start Mid-May 2020 and continue through Mid-August 2020, with extension possible through January 7, 2021.



The Carpentry Intern / Apprentice works under the Technical Director, Assistant Technical Director, Shop Foreman and Staff Carpenters, and will spend time in the Carpentry shop as well as run backstage deck crew for many shows.





All interested applicants should send cover letter and resume to HR Department via e-mail hr@thegateway.org.

Please make sure the subject line of your emails contain your prospective position