Summer Internship - Theater Operations

The David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center (“DHKT”) opened in April 1964 as the New York State Theater. The theater was designed by the renowned architect Philip Johnson, built with funds from the State of New York, and given to the City of New York as a home for performing arts organizations. Today, the theater is home to the New York City Ballet as well as a growing number of national and international touring performing arts groups.

The David H. Koch Theater is seeking an enthusiastic Intern to join the Theater Operations team for the 2026 summer season. Under the guidance and mentorship of an experienced team, this internship will provide valuable hands-on work experience in theater operations and event management. 

Desired Commitment: 20+ hours per week (flexible)

Dates: June - August 2026

Internship Overview:

Learn how to properly prepare and distribute the department event/activities calendar to internal staff.

Shadow Theater Operations team for venue showings to potential renters.

Work with the department in drafting and executing rental agreements.

Assist in generating weekly payroll worksheets for for review and department approval.

Gain experience in handling guest relations and vendor interactions.

Work with the Theater Operations team to execute high-level events.

Assist in generating internal invoice documents.

Assist with office administration duties, including organizing work files and weekly paychecks for distribution to staff.

Provide administrative support to Theater Operations department as needed.

Minimum Requirements:

Must be a student currently enrolled in an accredited undergrad or graduate program, or have graduated with in the last 12 months.

Professional demeanor, attention to detail, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and problem-solve in a fast-paced work environment.

Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.).

Availability to work some evenings and weekends.

Ability to work remotely and on-site at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center.

Standard business attire is business casual and formal for special events.

EEO

New York City Ballet is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, military status or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, unemployment status, familial status, sexual violence or stalking victim status, caregiver status, arrest or conviction record to extent required by applicable law, credit history or any other characteristic protected by law.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

New York City Ballet, one of the foremost ballet companies in the world, pursues the highest levels of artistic excellence and innovation. Therefore, we seek to attract, retain, and cultivate the most talented dancers, musicians, designers, stage technicians, and arts administrators. To this end, we are deeply committed to creating and sustaining an organizational culture that values and reflects inclusion, equity and access for all. We are inspired by our founders, George Balanchine and Lincoln Kirstein, who envisioned an authentically American expression of ballet with a company that reflects the rich cultural diversity of this nation. In pursuit of their vision, we are committed to all by educating, developing, and supporting an organization that welcomes and amplifies the voices and lived experiences of everyone.