SUMMER 2024 INTERNS 

GCPA is in search of student interns for our 2024 Summer Camps and Productions. Our Summer Camps run weekly June 3rd-August 9th. Production Internships are available for three productions of Finding Nemo KIDS and one production of Finding Nemo JR. with varying schedules throughout the summer.

Summer interns must be rising 8th graders or older in the 2023-2024 school year. Experience with GCPA and/or other performing arts education and production experience is a plus.

Please carefully read the job description below which include detailed requirements and time commitment.

To apply for all internships, please CLICK HERE to fill out the application form, then email resume and letter of interest to Education Manager Christy Timberlake at ctimberlake@gcpastl.org. Direct all questions to Christy!

SUMMER INTERN JOB DESCRIPTION 

Summary:  

Summer Camp Interns represent Gateway Center for Performing Arts and its mission to clients and the community and are an integral part of the daily function of the organization.  Interns are assistants to Teaching Artists and Teaching Assistants. They must be comfortable and professional with students, making sure students stay on task so that the Teaching Artist can focus on instruction. Interns must be available to tutor students that are having trouble with specific skills (crafts, music, dance, etc.) Interns must be willing to manage students and participate in upkeep of facilities (taking out trash, sweeping, vacuuming, etc). 

Reports to:  Education Director, Coordinator and Summer Camp Manager 

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Basic administrative duties including answering the phone, copying, filing, managing paperwork, and keeping facilities clean and organized

  • Assist with transitions between camps including arrival, dismissal, and breaks

  • Serve as a liaison between families, instructors, and staff, fielding questions and needs to appropriate channels

  • Help create and organize materials for classes including music, scripts, staging, art and crafts, and some costuming and props

  • Available for instructor support, including assisting during classes and helping with classroom management

Required Qualifications:

  • Rising 8th Grade – Graduated Senior

  • A strong work ethic and a high value on customer service

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

  • Strong organizational and administrative skills

  • Clear and professional communication, both written and oral

  • Leadership and easy rapport with students of all ages

  • Ability to multitask and maintain composure in high-intensity situations

  • A background in at least one performing arts discipline 

Commitment

  • Intern assignments are a full week, Monday –Friday, 8:15 am – 4:30 pm

  • Interns may be assigned to multiple weeks, if available

  • Weeks of camp are as follows:

    • June 3 - June 7

    • June 10 – June 14

    • June 17 - June 21

    • June 24 - June 28 

    • July 8 – July 12

    • July 15  – July 19

    • July 22 - July 26

    • July 29 - August 2

    • August 5 - August 9

  • Dates of productions are as follows:

    • Finding Nemo KIDS Session 1: June 10 - 21

    • Finding Nemo KIDS Session 2: June 17 - 28

    • Finding Nemo KIDS Session 3: July 29 - August 9

    • Finding Nemo Junior: June 24 - July 14

Compensation:

  • This is an unpaid internship

  • Letters or recommendation and proof of hours volunteered provided on request

How to Apply:

Please send a resume and letter of interest to ctimberlake@gcpastl.org and fill out the application above.