About the Opportunity
We are seeking motivated and creative Interns and Apprentices to join the team at The Avenue Blackbox, Inc. and contribute to the innovative, community-centered productions and programs that define The Avenue. Reporting to project leads and the Founder, interns and apprentices will gain hands-on experience supporting theatre productions, educational programs, and organizational initiatives across areas such as stage management, technical design, marketing, fundraising, and non-profit administration. These paid positions provide practical training, mentorship, and opportunities to develop professional skills in a collaborative arts environment. Internships are open to college students only, while apprenticeships are available to any individual after high school that is passionate about learning and growing within the performing arts. If you are still a high school student please see our youth programs page to sign up.
INTERNS/APPRENTICES
Paid Positions | For College & Post-Secondary Students - The Avenue Blackbox, Inc.
Employer: The Avenue Blackbox, Inc.
Reports To: Volunteer Coordinator and Executive Artistic Director when applicable
Type: Part Time, frequent nights/weekends during show periods
Salary: $0-18/hour (not all internships are paid positions)
Benefits: not eligible
LOCATION & OFFICE: Rochester, NY (in person)
Are you passionate about theatre, technology, or creative production? Interested in entrepreneurship or learning how a non-profit arts organization operates? Join The Avenue Blackbox, Inc. as an Intern or Apprentice and gain hands-on experience in a vibrant, community-driven performing arts space.
We offer paid opportunities to work alongside experienced artists, educators, and administrators in areas such as:
Theatre Production & Stage Management
Lighting, Sound, and Technical Design
Communications, Marketing, Fundraising, and Non-Profit Management
Entrepreneurship & Arts Administration/Operations
At The Avenue Blackbox, interns and apprentices are integral members of our creative team—learning by doing, contributing to real performances and projects, and building valuable professional skills in the arts and beyond.
Qualifications:
Interns: Must be currently enrolled in a college, university, or post-secondary program
Apprentices: Open to individuals with a strong interest in theatre, production, or non-profit arts management (college enrollment not required)
Enthusiasm for learning, collaboration, and community engagement
Experienced with or interested in embracing technology and creativity tools
Compensation: Many positions are paid and may be eligible for academic credit depending on your institution’s requirements.
How to Apply: Complete application. Submit your resume and a brief statement of interest to hiring@avenuetheatre.org.
For Questions:
THIS POSITION IS OPEN AND ONGOING.
To Learn more about The Avenue Blackbox, Inc.:
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube: @avenueblackbox
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Job description
About the Company
The Avenue Blackbox, Inc. is a multidisciplinary arts organization dedicated to providing culturally responsive programming that uplifts and empowers youth, families, and the broader community through creative expression, performance, and education. We are proud to serve in the historic the Joseph Avenue neighborhood of Rochester's northeast quadrant. We create safe, bold, affirming spaces for exploration, storytelling, and artistic growth. We create home.