Come experience what goes into running a 1,300 seat non-profit performing arts center. The Mayo Performing Arts Center is offering non-paying credit or non-credit internships in Arts Administration, Education & Performing Arts School, Marketing, Public Relations & Photography, Development & Fundraising, Operations & House Management, and Production.
All departments currently seeking internships are featured below:
To apply, please mail or e-mail the Internship Application along with a cover letter and resume to:
Julie Dwoskin at
jdwoskin@mayoarts.org or
973.539.0345 x6582
Responsibilities:
Assisting the Administrative Office Assistant and Manager of Administration to ensure that all Theatre administrative needs are met. Interns will aid all departments within the Theatre on a project need basis. Projects include administrative tasks such as research projects and office organization, as well as assisting in preparation and/or during special events.
Requirements:
Available 2-3 days a week between the hours of 9am-5pm, Monday through Friday. Some night and weekend hours may be required for special events. Must be a quick learner and able to take on multiple tasks. Must have knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel and Word. Must have good communication and writing skills. Interns must be eager to learn and take on any task that is presented.
Status:
Hours vary depending on the week, but includes some Wednesday evenings and occasional weekends for offsite events.
Reports to:
Community Engagement Director with direct supervision from the Community Engagement Coordinator.
Job Summary:
We are seeking an energetic and motivated Community Engagement Intern to support our Community Engagement Director and Coordinator with various administrative and event-related tasks. This role offers hands-on experience in community outreach; networking with professionals in the field, and arts and culture events, including but not limited to Bollywood, Salsa, and other diverse cultural performances and programs.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with transporting, setting up, organizing, and breaking down MPAC materials before and after events.
- Engage with event attendees to collect survey responses and demographic data for reporting purposes.
- Help distribute marketing materials to local businesses and organizations in the Morristown community.
- Support community outreach initiatives to enhance audience participation.
- Assist at offsite events in the Morristown area as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the Community Engagement team.
Requirements:
- Positive attitude, self-motivated, and creative with strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing event needs.
- Physical ability to carry and lift items and materials.
- Attention to detail and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Bilingual skills (preferred but not required).
- Photography skills (a plus but not required).
Status:
Part-Time. 20 hours/week.
The work schedule will be spread out over no less than 3 days each week, with specific days and times to be determined in consultation with the Development Director.
Reports to:
Development Manager with direct supervision from the Development Associate.
Job Summary:
The Development Intern will support the Development Department in various administrative tasks to ensure efficient operations and successful fundraising efforts. The intern will assist with maintaining donor records, generating acknowledgments, and supporting fundraising events. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with team members.
Responsibilities:
- Scan/File all Development Department paperwork to maintain organized records. Create files/folders as needed.
- Maintain the integrity of Development Department files to ensure accurate and accessible information. Assist the Development Manager and Development Associate in maintaining the donor database for accurate records.
- Review Membership Questionnaire results of new/renewed members to update donor records as needed. Generate and email the Daily Donation Report.
- File a copy of Daily Donation Reports in a binder to ensure the acknowledgment process. Generate membership and contribution acknowledgments.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure timely acknowledgments for all donations through an established tracking process.
- .Assist with the Starlight Ball, Holiday Auction with a focus on silent auction item solicitation and tracking. Provide support to other Membership and Development Events as Needed.
- Work with the Assistant Director of Development to perform grant research using online databases.
Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate from a college or university program.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively. Passion for nonprofit work and supporting fundraising initiatives. Attention to detail and strong analytical capability.
- Flexible.
- Positive attitude and cheerful disposition.
Responsibilities:
Clerical tasks may include compiling bi-monthly Volunteer schedules, attendance records, aiding in a weekly newsletter, research and data collection, assisting Operations Manager with facility management, among other tasks.
At performances, Interns will perform duties such as signing in volunteers and assigning positions, physical tasks like setting up merchandise and carrying ice to concessions, updating programs and inserts, and/or restocking playbills. Internship will provide the opportunity to learn and practice using a pleasant demeanor and maintaining a calm head under pressure, as well as managing a volunteer staff of up to 40 volunteers at a time. Interns will also gain invaluable knowledge of how House Managers operate and manage several different performances in a given week.
Requirements:
Flexible hours are useful as schedule is based upon performance times ranging from weekday and weekend evenings to Sunday matinees to weekday morning children’s programming. Some late nights are required, ending between 10:30PM & Midnight. A theatrical background is helpful, but not necessary. Comfort in handling money is also a plus as interns may be asked to assist with concessions or merchandise sales and close-out. Also, interns will be asked to learn some basic information of the theatre and its policies so that they may easily answer questions by the public. A handbook is provided by Operations for your use.
Special Event Opportunities:
In addition to Front of House operations, Interns may also be utilized in the running of special events such as donor/member lounge, young professional events, sponsor receptions, and marketing events. If this is of particular interest to you, please note that when you apply.