Internship Job Descriptions


Summer Internships

  • Dates vary through June/July/August (generally six weeks in length)
  • Fully integrated as part of the staff/crew in each department
  • Frequent Q&A; sessions with conference artists and guest speakers
  • Performance/design opportunities in annual intern project, and possibly in other student work or special events
  • Opportunities to assist in other departments as interested
  • Most will work 10-16 hour days, six days per week

  • A fee of $2,700 is charged for housing/meal costs
  • Interns need not bring a vehicle, but are allowed to do so if they wish

  • If an intern's school offers credit for independent study or financial aid for internships, O'Neill staff will complete the school's required paperwork for such credit or assistance

  • To apply: Cover Letter indicating areas of interest, Resume and References to Jill A. Mauritz, General Manager, 305 Great Neck Road, Waterford CT 06385 - OR - [email protected].

    Internships Available:

      Company Management (3)
      Development (1)
      Box Office/ House Management (5)
      General Management Intern (1)
      Scenic Design (1)
      Props (1)
      Assistant to AD - Cabaret Conf. (1)
      Assistant to AD - Playwrights Conf. (1)

  • Housing generally is double occupancy in local college dormitories
  • Shuttle service provided frequently to and from the O'Neill campus
  • Junior Staff are encouraged, but not required to bring a vehicle

  • To apply: Cover Letter, Resume and References to Jill A. Mauritz, General Manager, 305 Great Neck Road, Waterford CT 06385 - OR - [email protected].

    Staff Positions

    • Demonstrated relevant professional or educational experience required
    • Dates vary through May/June/July/August
    • Most will work 12-18 hour days, six days per week
    • May supervise Junior Staff and Interns
    • These positions come with varied stipends, plus housing and meals while the kitchen is in service

    • Housing may be on or off campus.
    • Shuttle service provided frequently to and from the O'Neill campus
    • Staff are encouraged, but not required to bring a vehicle

    • To apply: Cover Letter, Resume and References to Jill A. Mauritz, General Manager, 305 Great Neck Road, Waterford CT 06385 - OR - [email protected].

      Staff Positions Available:

        2-3 Van Drivers (25+ or CDL)
        2-3 Kitchen Assistants
        Housing Coordinator (25+ preferred)
        Box Office/House Manager
        Intern Coordinator
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